Friday 4th March, 2011
dollop
BENJI B (Radio 1 / 1Xtra)
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0071st2
Benji B is a unique DJ, renowned for his unprecedented selections and distinctive style. Seamlessly drawing from several genres at once; in a single set you’ll hear brand new dubs and classic tunes side by side, the most cutting edge House, Dubstep and Funky tracks, Disco/Soul and Boogie. Headlining at House, Electronic or Hip Hop nights alongside some of the scenes finest artists, his versatility and exceptional selection makes him one of the only DJs to effortlessly play across the board.
Praised as one of the finest tastemakers by fans, producers and DJ’s, Benji is a respected broadcaster, having worked as a producer at Kiss FM before moving to BBC Radio 1. In 2002 Benji was invited to host his own show on BBC’s 1Xtra Radio station when the station launched. After 7 years, the weekly show moved to it’s prestigious 3-hour Sunday night slot. Playing a wide selection of brand new underground music, he touches on the genres of Hip Hop, House, Soul, Electronic, Detroit Techno, Dubstep, Boogie, Disco, while inviting his favourite guests to put together a mix for the show or join in the studio for an interview. With a loyal and diverse global audience, it’s fair to say he boasts one of the most varied and unique tracklistings on British radio today, as well as frequently being the highest rated most played-back shows on BBC Radio iPlayer.
CLAUDE VONSTROKE (dirtybird/USA)
We are pleased to welcome the dirtybird head-honcho CVS back to dollop
JAMIE WOON (Live)
With a debut LP co-produced by BURIAL don't miss this chance to catch the man voted number 4 in the BBC Sound of 2011.
& lots more tbc...
Check out my latest mix:
http://www.mixcloud.com/dlex/twentyeleven/
At Stealth, Masonic Place, Goldsmith Street, Nottingham, NG1 5JT.
More info: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=183167835029685
Tickets: http://www.tinyurl.com/dollopdollop
