8.3.2002Global Underground presents James Lavelle - 07.31.02 @ GroovejetThe next in the GU series of superstar DJs in fabulous cities brings an unlikely talent: James Lavelle. Co-collaborator on U.N.K.L.E.with press darling DJ Shadow and founder of the much-respected Mo Wax Records, James's talents are far-reaching in the industry - way beyond a lot of his contemporaries on the GU series to date. Bravo GU for making a brave choice! Another open bar to lube the crowds, but the difference from last night was stark. Everybody here was *waiting* for James to go on. In the meantime, Wave Records A&R man Rob Sperte warmed up the crowd with a mixed melee of house, electro and tunes to ease us into the night. Finally, James on near 11pm to whoops from the diverse crowd. His set was a full on mix of breaks, drums and just weird unusual sounds overlayed a house beat. Something different for sure. Not always danceable, as I like to bounce but an interesting soundscape nonetheless. Thanks to host Chris Barbour and Global Underground - they know how to throw a party. Looking forward to Global Underground 023: James Lavelle - Barcelona (Release date: October 2002) posted on 11:18 AM |