We are
EXPLOSIVE!!!
The official INDEPENDANCE DAY BANGER!
From the crew that brought you Shut Up & Dance!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=RceFAdPzKXA
Tuesday July 3rd2012
Doors open @ 6pm . 12 hours of Epiceness
Biggest Drum-n-Bass/DrumStep act in America
***Evol Intent*** (Circle Talent Agency, Evol Intent Recordings-Atlanta)
The Atlanta-based artists Evol Intent are among the greatest purveyors of this incendiary, modern jungle sound. Operating...
We are
EXPLOSIVE!!!
The official INDEPENDANCE DAY BANGER!
From the crew that brought you Shut Up & Dance!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=RceFAdPzKXA
Tuesday July 3rd2012
Doors open @ 6pm . 12 hours of Epiceness
Biggest Drum-n-Bass/DrumStep act in America
***Evol Intent*** (Circle Talent Agency, Evol Intent Recordings-Atlanta)
The Atlanta-based artists Evol Intent are among the greatest purveyors of this incendiary, modern jungle sound. Operating as a three piece power troop, Knick, Gigantor and the Enemy have produced some of the most ephemeral and progressive drum n bass to date. For the uninitiated, Evol Intent is often referred to as the leading group in American drum and bass. Evol Intent released it's landmark LP "Era Of Diversion" to critical acclaim in the Spring of 2008, which explored more diverse musical styles as well as the usual DNB dancefloor smashers.
http://soundcloud.com/evolintent
http://www.evolintent.com/
http://www.facebook.com/realevolintent
The fastest rising star in the dubstep scene..
***K DREW*** (Indie Music Group)
Kevin Drew first took interest in music at age 14 by way of his father, an accomplished percussionist and DJ heavily involved in the New Jersey music scene. Kevin started by remixing popular music from artists on the radio like Prince and Janet Jackson using his fathers digital workstation and 8-track recorder, which later led to writing and composing his own original music. KDrew is currently in the process of releasing a series of EPs entitled Free which showcase his musical style and range as a producer, songwriter and performer. He was selected to perform at the 2012 Dubstep Music Awards.
http://kdrewmusic.com/
http://www.youtube.com/KDrewTV
http://soundcloud.com/KDrewMusic
America's #1 Hard Dance Duo!
***S-FACTOR*** (JDX Music, Hard Dance Nation-Philadelphia)
Jonathan Diaz aka Sogma and Fletcher Schottland aka Schoty, two powerhouses in the Hard Dance Scene, have joined forces to create S-Factor. As solo artists, they have rocked the United States with their unique blend of Hard Dance Music. When Sogma and Schoty first performed together in 2010 it became clear that their on-stage chemistry was something special. So the decision was made to produce and perform together from that point on as S-Factor. Their debut release PLAY topped the international charts. The combination of their different styles creates a unique sound and performance that they are ready to share with the world!
http://www.hardstyle.com/s-factor
https://www.youtube.com/sfactormusic
http://soundcloud.com/sfactormusic
We brought her here for the first time and now we bring Americas #1
Hard Dance Diva Back!!
***LADY FAITH*** (www.djladyfaith.com,Corson Agency, Hard Dance Nation, LA)
After a four-year trial by fire in the American EDM scene, Lady Faith has finally brought her unique stage presence and exemplary mixing skills to some of the biggest events in the country. Headlining alongside Dash Berlin, Headhunterz, Zany, DV8, Donkey Rollers, Wildstylez and Caffeine she has quickly become a household name. She recently released her first track, Donyaye Man, which was well received by the Hardstyle community ranking #4 on the Hardstyle.com charts. With every new track to follow, this flourishing hard dance storyteller will share more of her musical vision with the world. Be prepared to experience the unexpected and remember to always have Faith in the sound that is Hard Dance! Lady Faith is a featured act at EDC Las Vegas!
http://soundcloud.com/dj-lady-faith
http://www.youtube.com/user/djladyfaith
http://www.facebook.com/deejayladyfaith
Old Skool NASAand DNB Set by New Yorks own..
***DB & DARA*** (Breakbeat Science, NYC)
DB, sometimes known as DJ DB, played an important role in bringing the sound of drum'n'bass to American shores. Emigrating from London to New York in 1989, DB kept tabs on the developing sounds of the British dance underground, and founded the NASA club, which was credited as the first American party to showcase the harder sound of breakbeat techno (which eventually became jungle/drum'n'bass). In 1996, he co-founded Breakbeat Science, the first record store in America devoted exclusively to drum'n'bass and all its stylistic offshoots. DJ Dara is an Irish drum and bass DJ operating mainly in North America. He is a member in the D'n'B group known as the Planet of the Drums. This group consists of Dieselboy, DJ Dara, and AK1200.Dara is also cofounder and owner of Breakbeat Science.
Brooklyns Darkroom Crew
***DAVE GEE W/ DIGGADEE MC*** (Darkroom/Methods/Profound Audio, NYC)
Dave Gees name has become synonymous with NYC Dubstep over the last few years. He is responsible for founding DARKROOM, Brooklyns official Dubstep monthly, which celebrates its 3 year anniversary in May 2012. Dave also owns and operates Methods Clothing, a staple in the US Dubstep community. Hes played all over the US, including showcases at SXSW, WMC, and STARSCAPE. His first official EP, Murda Style was just released on Profound Audio.Diggadee MC Has launched from the world of Drum n Bass and landed on planet Dubstep. Performing with many of the biggest names in Drum n Bass from around the world, Diggadee has also managed to work with the biggest names in Dubstep as well i.e. Skream, Benga, Borgore, Datsik& 12th Planet; to name a few.
Record Release party for his hit single NADA
***X-DREAM*** (Caffeine, NY)
X-Dream has been causing Dance Floor mayhem for over 2 decades by consistently reinventing himself to keep pace with the ever-changing Electronic Dance Music Movement. He is also the Founder and CEO of New York based Caffeine Promotional Group the mother company of the internationally legendary underground phenom that is Caffeine.X-Dream has been at the forefront of underground Dance Culture, and those that have heard his sets know he causes Dance Floor Annihilation whenever he performs!
http://www.djxdream.com
http://soundcloud.com/dj-x-dream
https://www.facebook.com/XDream.NewYork
http://www.caffeine-events.com
***JOESKI*** (Chocolate Factory, Maya Recordings, NYC)
Joeski started djing in 1989 where he used to do house parties in Queens New York. He then hooked up with some promoters in about 1991 and started to DJ at Wunder Bar in NY, and after at the legendary Limelight on Thursday's followed by Nasa 1991-1992. It was then when he got into the rave circuit and did Thursday's after-hours at Save the Robots with DJ Keoki, a legendary night in NYC! Joeski traveled all over the USA and started his residency at the Roxy in about 1995, the party was called Together and he played there with Djs like Danny Teneaglia, Little Louie Vega, Roger S, and a long list of world renowned Djs. One of our favorite house DJs is in the building.
***JAMES CHRISTIAN***(Caffeine, Sorted, NYC)
One of the gurus of the New York dance music scene. James etched his name in New York's blossoming house music community in the early 90's spinning at many of the city's esteemed clubs such as The Limelight and Vinyl as well as producing tracks for Nervous Records and Sorted. His fame was not limited to NYC or the continental US; James was in high demand worldwide spinning at hotspots in Italy, Germany and England. By 1995, James Christian, now a mainstay in the house music community began releasing mixed CD's as well as vinyl singles. He was also affiliated with NYC's elite Caffeine crew. In the essence of working together to move the scene forward, James collaborated with New York based Stuck on Earth production company in 2002 to make House Theory, a successful mix album released by Topaz Records. House Theory featured tracks which were released on Strictly Rhythm, Dust Traxx, Blinded and Ovum. James Christian continued to make special DJ appearances from 2003-2008 but earned a much deserved break from the industry. Like all lovers of house music know, your love for the music never dies. With a renewed passion, DJ and producer James Christian is back at it again! Staying true to his hard house sound James has releases on T.K.C Music and Blinded Records in addition to a new mix CD being released on Moist Music/Sony BMG in January of 2011. James Christian is committed to once again take the house music scene by storm! James Christian's unique, funky, tribal and deep sound coupled with talent, tenacity and an overall love for the genre is what makes him an internationally in demand artist who has earned the respect and admiration from house music lovers worldwide!
Special Birthday Set
***DJ KNOWLEDGE*** (Columns Of Knowledge,CT)
DJ Knowledge has been making moves and moving crowds for over 15 years. His musical diversity and crowd experience makes him a strong fit for almost any festival, club, or rave. His builds his sets from the energy of any crowd he performs for. He gets booked out to play electro house, driving progressive, big room underground club smashers, floor filling techno, moombahton, moombahcore, and dubstep. Always taking the time to hand select the most cutting edge production in the tracks he plays, his genre-bending, layered, journey sets have moved countless millions. He owns Columns of Knowledge Recordings which is quickly gaining worldwide attention for its roster and releases. He is also credited for being one of the original foundation layers for the underground dance circuit in the mid-1990s for New England. His evolving sound has taken audiences of 5 to 5000+ and turned rooms inside out worldwide.
http://soundcloud.com/djknowledge
http://www.youtube.com/user/DJKnowledge23
***DJ CANDY KID & WINK-E*** (Vitus Productions, Paradox Productions, Hardstylerz USA)
Originally from Belarus, Slava a.k.a. DJ Candy Kid, has been tearing up the East Coast with his unique style and adrenaline packed sets of HappyCore, Gabber, DnB, and Acid & Euro-Trance since 2001.DJ Candy Kid's performances have inspired party kids who weren't previously into HHC to fall in love with it, taking them on a magical journey through his sound. Wink E has constantly broke down barriers in todays Electronic Dance Music scene. This Brooklyn native has provided massive crowds with the ear shattering sounds of Hardcore. Wink E is also known for surprising the crowd with his sporadic use of mixed EDM ranging anywhere from Hardcore, Hardstyle, Jumpstyle, and UK Hardcore.
***DROID BEATS*** (Funky Element Records, Peakhour Music, NY)
Droid Beats is currently working hard to make his mark in the Dance Music Industry by remixing, producing, and releasing tracks for well-known labels such as: Funky Element Records, Peakhour Music, Bass Monster Music, Intermission LTD, Metronix Recordings, Caffeine, and Golden Needle Records. With his first release on Funky Element Records, titled "It's Over", Droid Beats began to hit the charts on Beatport. He broke into Beatport's Electro House Top 100 Chart in December of 2011, ranking 53rd on the chart. His mixing, producing, and performance continues to be top notch, filled with electric vibes, filthy grooves, and non-stop screaming to guarantee that every night will be memorable
LOVE SOUND PROJECT FEATURING
Chris Love, AB Logic & Nick Jagger(Soup, Stuck On Earth, NYC)
DIRTY DAN(Epic Entertainment,NYC)
DRAE 192(Break Junkiez, Stuck On Earth, NYC)
NOOMI RA(Digital Distortion, NY)
DJ METAPHYSICAL(Skys the Limit Music, UMF, Konkrete Jungle, MIA/NYC)
DJ BEAST(Paradox Productions,, NY)
ANTICITIZEN-ONE (Subground, NJ)
++SOUND++
Hear the thunder and roar of amazuras turbosound flashlight system. Turbosound is renowned for setting the sound standard within the electronic world.
++LIGHTING++
Amazura will look amazing with their BRAND NEW lighting system including 20 lasers!!!!!,techno beams, echo beams, studio spots, strobes, moving heads, and scanners, totaling over a 40 intelligent lighting system. This is sure to be a light show to remember.
++VISUALS++
Morgan Freeman AKA BlueCrash - www.bluecrash.com
Morgan Freeman is a artist, designer, programmer and internationally known VJ. Morgan received the honor of North Americas Top Ten Digital Artists awarded by Corel and PGA. In 2009, Morgan Freeman placed third in a worldwide VJ competition at the Miami Winter Music Conference.
++SECURITY++
For your safety and assistance we are bringing in our own professional security team. This team has worked with us at the Randalls Island, Irving Plaza, South Street Seaport and Hammerstein Ballroom. They are there for your protection. They are the most friendly and professional company in the business.
++VENDORS++
Those of you who are interested in vending please e-mail danaepic@hotmail.com
++BUS TRIPS++
All promoters who are interested in doing a bus trip please email danaepic@hotmail.com
++GO GO DANCING BY++
PEEK A BOO GOGO GIRLS
Tearing up the dance floor all over and back, keep an eye out for these head-turning, eye-catching, jaw-dropping group of fiery vixens. They definitely will be sure to get your nerves tingling and keep you on your feet throughout the night, dancing to those dirty, dirty beats. www.facebook.com/peekaboogirls
DIVINE GO-GO
Divine Go-Go is the real deal! a group of fabulous girls and guys all beautiful and talented sponsored by Kush Wear clothing and accessories! We represent love, music and freedom. Divine Go-Go is dancing their way around NYC, BK, QNZ and L.I! This team will soon be everywhere!
*****OTHER SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS******
++Fresh Fruit++
given out by the lovely Peek A Boo Girl .
++UV reactive Face Painting++
by Divine Go-Go
++FREE GIVEAWAYS++
from -Utopia, Epic Entertainment& Caffeine
++ COSTUME CONTEST---WIN VIP TICKETS TO BOO MASSIVE!!!!++
WE WANT TO SEE EVERYONE DRESSED UP AND CANT WAIT TO SEE ALL THE CREATIVE OUTFITS!!!!
++FIRE DANCERS++
++BBQ++
++BAGGO AND KAM JAM++
++KANDI MAKING STATION++
++ SPECIAL B-BOY PERFORMANCE ++
++PHOTOGRAPHY++
by Epicglowrm & Ronnie Compton
http://www.facebook.com/ronniecphotography
++VENUE- NYC Arena (Amazura Concert Hall)++
9112 144th Place
Queens, NY 11435
Amazura Concert Hall is a 20,000SF, 2 room Concert Hall with 60ft high ceilings located in Jamaica Queens. Brand new wooden dance floor for all you breakers, 4 clean separate bathrooms, spacious lounge area and a full cash bar those 21 and over with valid id to 4am. Amazura is conveniently located by all public transportation and major highways.
++HOTELS++
For those of you who are coming from out of state we suggest making reservations at the following hotels.
Best Western Jamaica Inn
8707 Van Wyck Expy
Jamaica, NY
(718) 291-7500
Clarion Hotel
13805 Jamaica Ave
Jamaica, NY
(718) 523 3100
Ramada Queens
16440 Hillside Ave
Jamaica, NY
(718) 526-8500
MAIN INFO + ADVANCE TICKETS
17 to enter 21 to Drink. Must show valid photo ID at the door.
(Valid ID includes anything that has your name, age, and picture)
$20 Pre-sale from May 26th-June 9th
$25 Pre-sale from June 9th-July 3rd /
$30 at the door all night.
Doors open at 6pm BUY Pre-sale tickets at:
http://explosive.whindo.com
$60 VIP Tickets- Includes backstage access to meet your favorite DJS, Limited collectors edition We Are Explosive T-Shirt, Autographed Poster and access to the VIP room!!!
++PLEASE BRING: P.L.U.R., Good Vibes, An Open Mind and Love!!!
++DONT BRING: Bad vibes, Hate and a Shitty Attitude...it will not be tolerated!!
Visit us online for updates, time-slots and directions:
MAIN INFO:www.epicnyc.tv
Public Transportation Directions
BY SUBWAY
TAKE THE E,J,Z SUBWAY LINE TO SUTPHIN BLVD STATION. WALK DOWN ARCHER AVE., TO 144TH PLACE.
MAKE A RIGHT AND AMAZURA IS AT THE END OF THE STREET.
L.I.R.R.
FROM ALL POINTS (EAST OR WEST) TAKE THE TRAIN TO JAMAICA STATION. WALK DOWN ARCHER AVE. TO
144TH PLACE. MAKE A RIGHT TO AMAZURA.
Driving Directions
MANHATTAN
QUEENS BOROUGH BRIDGE/59TH ST. BRIDGE TO L.I.E. TO GRAND CENTRAL PKWY EAST TO VAN WYCK
EXPWY SOUTH, TO HILLSIDE/JAMAICA AVE. EXIT. TRAVEL ON SERVICE ROAD TO JAMAICA AVE. AND MAKE A LEFT
GO STRAIGHT TO 144TH PLACE, MAKE A RIGHT AND AMAZURA IS AT THE END OF THE STREET.
BROOKLYN/STATEN ISLAND
BELT PKWY TO VAN WYCK EXPWY TOWARDS WHITESTONE BRIDGE. EXIT ON ATLANTIC
AVE. TRAVEL ON THE SERVICE ROAD TO JAMAICA AVE. TAKE JAMAICA AVE., GO STRAIGHT TO 144TH PLACE,
MAKE A RIGHT AND AMAZURA IS AT THE END OF THE STREET.
FROM STATEN ISLAND
TAKE VERRAZANO BRIDGE TO THE BELT PKWY TO VAN WYCK EXPWY TOWARDS WHITE-
STONE BRIDGE. EXIT ON ATLANTIC AVE. TRAVEL ON THE SERVICE ROAD TO JAMAICA AVE. MAKE A RIGHT, TAKE
JAMAICA AVE. STRAIGHT TO 144TH PLACE, MAKE A RIGHT AND AMAZURA IS AT THE END OF THE STREET.
BRONX/WESTCHESTER
WHITESTONE BRIDGE TO WHITESTONE EXPWY TO VAN WYCK EXPWY TO JAMAICA/HILLSIDE
AVE EXIT. TRAVEL ON SERVICE ROAD TO JAMAICA AVE AND MAKE A LEFT GO STRAIGHT TO 144TH PLACE, MAKE A
RIGHT AND AMAZURA IS AT THE END OF THE STREET.
LONG ISLAND
L.I.E. TO VAN WYCK EXPWY SOUTH (KENNEDY AIRPORT) TO HILLSIDE/JAMAICA AVE EXIT. TRAVEL
ON SERVICE ROAD TO JAMAICA AVE AND MAKE A LEFT, GO STRAIGHT TO 144TH PLACE, MAKE A RIGHT AND AMA-
ZURA IS AT THE END OF THE STREET.
NEW JERSEY/PENNSYLVANIA & ALL POINTS SOUTH
TAKE NJ TURNPIKE TO GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE TO
CROSS BRONX EXPWY TO WHITESTONE BRIDGE TO WHITESTONE EXPWY TO VAN WYCK EXPWY TO JAMAICA/
HILLSIDE AVE EXIT TRAVEL ON SERVICE ROAD TO JAMAICA AVE AND MAKE A LEFT GO STRAIGHT TO 144TH PLACE,
MAKE A RIGHT AND AMAZURA IS AT THE END OF THE STREET.
CONNECTICUT AND ALL POINTS NORTH
TAKE THE NEW ENGLAND THRUWAY TO THROGS NECK BRIDGE TO
CROSS ISLAND EXPWY HEADING TOWARDS THE WHITESTONE EXPWY TO VAN WYCK EXPWY TO JAMAICA/HILLSIDE
AVE. EXIT. TRAVEL ON SERVICE ROAD TO JAMAICA AVE AND MAKE A LEFT GO STRAIGHT TO 144TH PLACE, MAKE A
RIGHT AND AMAZURA IS AT THE END OF THE STREET.