Posts Tagged ‘CGN’

Rontronik’s Speakeasy Mix

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC, Podcasts

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“Speakeasy Wednesdays” was a series of “test sessions” that were setup to expand into a weekly and monthly event. This mix is an excerpt of one of those nights.

Tracks include songs from Anti-Pop Consortium, Gorillaz, Massive Attack, Osunlade, Hot Chip, Bomb The Bass, Derrick May and more… DOWNLOAD HERE (more…)

Radio Rontronik Broadcast 7: An Affair Of The Heart

Thursday, February 11th, 2010 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

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For all you wookin pa nub this Valentines Day, Radio Rontronik presents Broadcast 7: An Affair Of The Heart. CLICK HERE FOR DOWNLOAD for the Tracklisting (more…)

Radio Rontronik:Broadcast 5 (Smartbomb Your Holiday)

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT, FASHION & LIFESTYLE, MUSIC, Podcasts

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It doesn’t matter if you’ve been naughty or nice, It’s that time again for Rontronik’s: Radio Rontronik Podcast. CLICK HERE

His gift to you to for this Holiday Season  is Broadcast #5: “Smartbomb Your Holiday”.  For the tracklisting  (don’t forget to subscribe to the Blacren Podcast on Itunes.)Radio Rontronik (more…)

Vestax Spin DJ Controller

Monday, November 16th, 2009 FASHION & LIFESTYLE, MUSIC, Technology

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It’s been a while since I’ve flexed on the 1&2’s, part of the reason is because of the complicated setup of  Traktor and Serato.
Don’t get me wrong, these programs are the industry standard and with good reason, but sometimes you just want to play music for your peeps and leave the rest to the professionals.

That said, I’m considering the Vestax Spin DJ Controller with DJay software ( supposedly it has seamless integration with  iTunes),however because  it’s an Apple exclusive I have reservations.

The controller in my opinion should have a wider release, but Apple relinquishing control of  product they’re connected to is not going to happen(The AT&T iPhone Fiasco). Hopefully I can get one off  Ebay and take Apple out of the Loop.-Blac Ren-

For  video of the spin controller in action (more…)

56 Green

Friday, November 13th, 2009 ART

“56 GREEN” - Directed by Noah Ward (CGN).  A mini-doc on artist and curator, Salomon Anaya, as he opens a “squatter gallery” in downtown Newark, New Jersey.

Plans are in the works for a full length documentary as the Newark gallery turns into a series of “squatter galleries” popping up throughout New Jersey and New York.

Star Trek: Blue Ray 3 Disc and The Art of Star Trek

Monday, November 9th, 2009 ART, ENTERTAINMENT

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Star Trek drops on the 17th. and I’m coping the 3 disc special edition for me and my Pops.

JandR has the best prices locally if you can’t wait on Amazon,  but It’s recession steeze for me so I’ll be waiting for it to be shipped.  For  you hardcore Trekkies, DJ prolific came across  the new book, Star Trek The Art Of The Film.

It’s cool to see early sketches on the streamlined version of the Enterprise and the process behind it. (more…)

Best Music of September Pt. Deux - An iBeat iMix

Monday, November 9th, 2009 MUSIC, Podcasts

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The scent of September still lingers over this crisp November air. The first part of my imix left many thirsty and wondering “when is the next one?” Fortunately, the CGN members have been satisfying your crave for this moment. I present to you Part Two of my best of September 2009 iMix. It was inspired my Meghan McCain’s gifts :)

Click pic for download and here for tracklisting.

Radio: Rontronik Broadcast 4: 25th Cent. SockHop

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC, Podcasts

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CGN presents Radio Rontronik: Broadcast 4 (25th Century Sock Hop), the fourth of the series. It’s a future-retro vibe, heavy on the Detroit techno and electronica tip. Think Blade Runner Disco…

Download HERE

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Best Of September Part One - New iBeat iMix

Sunday, October 18th, 2009 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC, Podcasts

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I keep coming with more and more hits! I told ya! This music thing is a sickness, a virus, and I want to infect everyone. Call me the Zombie of Music and I want to take a bite out of you! LOl. Anyhow, this iMix is part one of the Best of September. More than any other month, September had so much too offer. I also spent a lot of time, more than usual, listening to music. Come back next week, or there abouts, to listen to part two. Download and spread the love.

Click pic for download and here for tracklisting.-iBeat

Botanica B-Days

Monday, September 21st, 2009 Blac Ren Photography

The CGN crew celebrated Rontronik’s and Maria’s B-day at Botanica