Mr. Scruff, Katalyst, Thief Feat: Kathrin Deboer (Belleruche)

Mr. Scruff’s eclectic sound blends influences as diverse as soul, funk, hip hop, jazz, reggae, Latin, African, ska, disco, house, funk and breaks with a hefty dose of cheek and good humour. He is renowned the world over for his marathon DJ sets, quirky visual projections of his hand-drawn animations and his penchant for a good cup of tea. With a handful of critically acclaimed albums, collaborations with the likes of Quantic, Danny Breaks, Alice Russell and Roots Manuva, and countless tours and club events Mr. Scruff has cemented a now legendary DJ status.

One of this country’s finest producers, Katalyst creates music that traverses soul, hip hop, funk and rock. Internationally renowned, he has remixed and produced projects for artists including McKay, Gift of Gab (Blackalicious), Ugly Duckling, Beautiful Girls, Dynamo Productions, and Vassy and remixed and produced tracks with Portishead's Geoff Barrow. Katalyst, a stalwart of the festival circuit, now brings his signature sound of powerful horns, strings and beats to the Bar.

Thief is one of Australia’s premier beats DJs. His sound is a dynamic blend of real hip hop, soul, roots and dubwise break beats, featuring tough hip hop drums, analogue bass lines, sampling and lavish strings that weave between the calm and ferocious. On the live front, Thief plays the turntables – an old skool DJ with real skills using vinyl, CDJ and MPC. Tonight, his wall of sound will be complemented by the tender soulful vocals of Belleruche’s Kathrin Deboer.

By arrangement with Niche Productions.

WINNER - BECK'S FESTIVAL BAR
FBi Radio & Time Out Sydney Music Arts & Culture Award (SMAC) - Best Music Event 2008

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This event is part of the Beck's Festival Bar series. For more events at this precinct, click here.

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WHAT THE PRESS SAID

"Mr Scruff crossed over the musical boundaries - from jazz to hip-hop, reggae and soul - to put smiles on clubbers' faces during his five-hour set at the University of East Anglia in Norwich." - BBC


"The Ninja Tune artist known as Mr. Scruff has made a name for himself as one of the most open minded DJ's and producers in the British dance scene, even the world dance scene for that matter." - Hybrid magazine

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COMMENTS

Thomas Tee 02/12/08

His new album is great and his Dj style will perfectly suit the venue..bring on the good vibes!

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Mr Scuff 03/12/08

really looking forward to playing the becks bar!

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gatsby 04/12/08

can't wait to see you there scruff. your my hero! haha keep the beats coming! peace

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Thommy B 12/12/08

Word! See you there Mr Scruff!

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Peace 12/12/08

gonna play a 6hr set like you did at playground weekender??? hope so! :)

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Mastah Thrown 11/01/09

Hey Scruff, nice set at DLT festival. Catch ya monday

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Andy 12/01/09

Ive watched you loads of times down at the concord in Brighton Mr Scruff so I was amazed to hear when i emigrated to Sydney last week that you were playing here... I cant wait!!!!

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Save The Day Brendo 12/01/09

Mr Scruff AND Katalyst!! Freekin awesome.... And it's my bro's birthday!

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felix 12/01/09

does anyone know what time scruff starts

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