Beatboxing is the art of making rhythms, grooves and sound effects using the human voice. This “fifth element of hip hop” originated in the early 80's – on street corners, in stairwells, schoolyards, and small clubs – and has been underground for years. Now, in the same way that DJ'ing and turntablism swept the world in the 90's, beatboxing is exploding.

The Vowel Movement was created to support the art of beatboxing in the Bay Area and beyond. Through our showcase events, The Vowel Movement features some of the best beatboxers in the Bay Area; sets up collaborations with instrumentalists, vocalists, poets, breakdancers, and other performers; and provides an open mic for new talent.

The Vowel Movement also books out these incredible performers to events, parties and clubs, while at the same time producing ground-breaking beatbox shows and competitions, highlighting the true power and versatility of this truly under-appreciated art form. To book a beatboxer, email: info@everydaytheatre.com

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UPCOMING VOWEL MOVEMENT SHOWS:
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The 2008 West Coast Beat Boxing Championships

Presented by The Vowel Movement and Speak the Music

You don't want to miss this head-to-head competition, where the best beat boxers on the West Coast square off in a battle of skills to determine who will take home the $250 grand prize, and the title of West Coast Beat Boxing Champion for 2008!

Featuring incredible performances by our contest judges: Kid Beyond, Butterscotch (America's Got Talent), and Solati & Infinite (Felonious)!

June 21, 2008
Doors at 8pm

Ashkenaz
1370 San Pablo Ave
Berkeley, CA
(510) 525-5054

$15 general admission
Buy tickets: www.inticketing.com
Want to compete? Email: info@everydaytheatre.org

WHAT THE CRITICS ARE SAYING!
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"A monthly gathering of the Bay Area's best beatboxers... the VM is evolving into a get-together of all elements of San Francisco's underground hip hop community." – Flavorpill Review

"The art of beatboxing is undergoing a renaissance in the Bay Area... this event is proof that vocal percussion has transcended all boundaries. Hear the future sounds of hip hop..." – SF Weekly Review

"The Vowel Movement will introduce you to a form of vocal percussion different from all you've seen, no matter how well you profess your awareness of hip-hop. This event will open your mind, if not blow it." – Nitevibe Review

"Apparently, while the rest of us were sleeping, beatboxing moved into a whole new realm... The new breed of beatboxing is some deep, powerful Sh*t That Cannot Be Named. I encourage you to go the next event." – SF Weekly Review

"Unexpected guests often arrive at this monthly gathering, so witness some of the dopest organic teamwork since Slick Rick and Doug E. Fresh." – SF Bay Guardian Review

"An Empire of Phlegm... On a recent Friday night the beatboxers took over, commanding a large and rapturous crowd." – East Bay Express Review