The Martin Circus Xperience
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The Background: Only the TRUE old school Househeads are familiar with the song Disco Circus by Martin Circus by name, although everyone who ever danced in Detroit to a 4/4 beat KNOWS it when they hear it. The record was released in 1979 on Prelude Records and is a floor filler for any Detroit DJ that plays it. Although given little credit, if there was ONE song that had an big influence on Detroit’s music scene, this would be it. When several local promoters decided to have a ultimate party to usher in Spring, it could only be called The Martin Circus Xperience.
“Back in the day a song called “Disco Circus” was mixed with everything. It was a staple during the 80s dance music scene, While it was the only American hit from the French band Martin Circus, when you hear this tune you will remember it, even though you might not know the name.”
- Bruce Bailey
Take a listen to a sample clip Disco Circus (and turn in your House-Head Membership Card if ya didn’t know it)
The Event: The Martin Circus Xperience
A music event featuring some of the hottest local DJs spinning Old School R&B, House music and Hip Hop. Complete with a big-top heated tent, circus-type performers for four rooms of roof-raising entertainment.
The Entertainment: Part old school R&B, house music and hip hop, some of the original kingpins of vinyl will heat up the night both indoors and out with a big-top tent - heated of course, circus-type performers and four rooms of roof-raising entertainment. The “Xperience” will include a live performance by singer Angel-A, whose sultry voice combines Latin-jazz with house rhythms; and a guest appearance by Khary and Tunesia Turner of the hip-hop group Black Bottom Collective.
DJ Line Up (To Be Confirmed):
Coming Soon: DJ Time & Event Schedule Web Page
Scheduled to appear: Delano Smith, Norm Talley, Mike Clark, Rick Wilhite, Eric Johnson, Kelly Holmes, Vern English, Bruce Bailey and more to be announced.
The Cause: A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Maurice Lamar Scholarship Fund
Martin Circus Xperience
Martin Circus Xperience
Date: March 31st, 2007
The Rhino
1407 Randolph St.
@ Harmonie Park
@ Harmonie Park
Downtown Detroit
7pm - 3am
Info Line: 313.319.9343
Tickets: $20.00 @ Door
Advanced: $15.00
Spectacles
230 E. Grand River, Detroit Simply Casual Clothing Store 19400 Livernois, Detroit
Spectacles
230 E. Grand River, Detroit Simply Casual Clothing Store 19400 Livernois, Detroit
The Rhino
1407 Randolph St.
Downtown Detroit
This circus is about the celebration of creativity, freedom and diversity that grew out of classic, old school dance music. “While Motown is the quintessential music of the 60s, old school dance music is characteristic of the music of Detroit, circa 1980s. This music is our Motown,”
- Vernon English.
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