http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/ "Come into my kitchen" Thu, 3 Jul 2008 03:28:15 -0000 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 09:51:09 -0000 http://images.adriancuenca.multiply.com/logo http://adriancuenca.multiply.com 100 100 Another review by a food blogger, reviewing our bone in steaks. Why bones are a good thing with http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/links/item/15/Love_it_to_the_Bones Tue, 10 Jun 2008 09:51:09 -0000 article originally published  by Philippine Daily Inquirer, April 11, 2008<br>Back into the groove <br><br>By Adrian Cuenca<br>Philippine Daily Inquirer<br><br>Last updated 05:17pm (Mla time) 04/11/2008<p class="fontsmallwhite" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 9px; font-weight: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "></p><p><em>(An exclusive Interview with Toti Dalmacion, who’s back in Manila’s dance scene without “the bad taste in the mouth.”)</em></p><p>MANILA, Philippines—I have a confession to make. I have always been an admirer of Toti Dalmacion, the man behind Groove Nation and Terno Recordings. Why do I need to make this confession? It is interesting to note that I was associated with the other promotions group that was considered his competition. During the competitive years and as the Filipino crab-mentality absorbed some of us, he always commanded my respect. I share his passion and strong belief that Manila deserves to hear much more music than what is offered to us by our mainstream clubs.</p><p>Now, those of you who are younger are asking: “What am I talking about?” A short history lesson is needed for those who were not able to reach these... http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/journal/item/14/Back_into_the_groove Tue, 6 May 2008 09:40:44 -0000 My exclusive interview with Toti Dalmacion of Groove http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/links/item/14/Back_into_the_groove_-_INQUIRER.net Sat, 12 Apr 2008 13:55:02 -0000 Due to popular demand, and pressure, we gave in. We're open for lunch. No steaks though unless you tell us in advance. http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/links/item/13 Wed, 2 Apr 2008 06:25:47 -0000 My last mix of the year. For more mixes, please check out http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/music/item/90/The_Year_End_Mix_Intensiv_2 Wed, 9 Jan 2008 18:56:42 -0000 The first time I heard this track, I hated it, until I heard it again on a loudspeaker played by Spanish DJ Borhead at Elektro Disko at M Cafe. The context of any track differs on when, how and where it is played. An accordion on a house track? That accordion melody is definitely very catchy. This track ruled the dancefloors in Ibiza last summer and all over the world all of 2007. A friend of mine said it is overplayed like hell in Europe. The few times I played it, the crowd reaction was great. So, I will ask again, how come it is not a hit here but a hit everywhere else in the world? Many of our DJs are still closed-minded but the times are-a-changing. Anyway, you can hear this and the latest in club music at Rewired and at Elektro Disko in M Cafe. Cheers to the DJs who keep it up to http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/video/item/10/samim_heater.flv Thu, 27 Dec 2007 17:59:33 -0000 Our beloved Radiohead covering New Order's 'Ceremony'. Recorded from a live webcast Nov 7, 2007. Ceremony is a personal favorite and seeing this cover from another one of my current favorite bands made my hair stand. Watch how Thom Yorke sings the song like Ian Curtis (originally featured in the Joy Division live album 'Still'). http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/video/item/9/cermony_radiohead.flv Tue, 4 Dec 2007 20:05:03 -0000 <img src ="http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc124/djacnotdc/RewiredFlyerOct13-1.jpg"> This Saturday, October 13, we have another exclusive: the legendary Kevin Ruiz plays a 4 hour set. Be prepared to party! Be prepared to be blown away (again). Opening set by James Bald 008. Rewired: Where we satisfy the most discerning of clubbers. <img src="http://images.rewiredmnl.multiply.com/image/3/photos/27/600x600/1/kevin.jpg?et=fdCfw0ibMFqOBg027P9yCQ"> Kevin Ruiz is one of the country’s legendary DJs and is still one of the most highly rated. In the late nineties to 2003, he was resident of ABGs and then of seveneightorange, two clubs that were a big part of the house music revolution in Manila. His six-hour sets at seveneightorange made him famous. He is one of the very few in the local scene who can take you on a journey. Born and raised in New York City, he has kept the NYC influence in his music. Kevin’s music is very up to date as he is sent the latest tracks from DJs and producers around the world. He is also one of the few house DJs who can scratch and use proper effects in his DJ sets. He has played alongside numerous big name DJs/Artists such as Chicane, Deep Dish a... http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/calendar/item/10021/Rewired_Warehouse_135_Kevin_Ruiz_4hr_set_James_Bald_008 Wed, 10 Oct 2007 16:42:35 -0000 Chivas Live Dj Lab Experiments @ Piedra Featuring Funk Avy & Lady Trinity with Skarlet on vocals. Opening set by Adrian Cuenca <img src="http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s131/funkavy/ChivasLivePiedra.jpg"> http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/calendar/item/10020/CHIVAS_LIVE_DJ_LAB_EXPERIMENTS_PIEDRA_Feat._FUNK_AVY_LADY_TRINITY_with_SKARLET_ON_VOCALS Wed, 10 Oct 2007 09:52:14 -0000 I got goosebumps watching this video. Two of my four favorite female DJs (the other two being Lady Trinity and Miss Badkiss) together on the same stage. Ellen Allien's 2006 album with Apparat called "Orchestra of Bubbles" is pure electronic ecstasy. Her 2007 Fabric 34 Mix is still the best mix I've heard this year. Miss Kittin is an established name in the electro scene, may i say, REAL electro scene. If you don't know who she is... well you should. Manila, you are ready for this! http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/video/item/8/ellen_alien_miss_kittin.flv Thu, 20 Sep 2007 19:46:49 -0000 <img src="http://images.adriancuenca.multiply.com/image/6/photos/9/600x600/1/ed04hires_edited.jpg?et=VeDmBVCcJENw%2BeFlAfbXPw"> This Friday and every friday, come to M Cafe for a night of REAL Elektro and minimal techno. We have been playing electro since 2004. Friday Sept 21, 2007 M Cafe, Greenbelt Ms. Badkiss Adrian Cuenca <img src="http://images.adriancuenca.multiply.com/image/3/photos/12/600x600/1/AC%20%26%20Badkiss.jpg?et=%2BLIzT8vOzyKPNULqzBiSwg"> http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/calendar/item/10019/Elektro_Disko Tue, 18 Sep 2007 17:39:44 -0000 <img src="http://images.rewiredmnl.multiply.com/image/3/photos/10/600x600/13/Rewired%20Sept%2022%20flyer.jpg?et=69v6t08VG0mDsArHRHb8FA"> This Saturday, Sept 22, Rewired Warehouse 135 brings you another exclusive: Kevin Ruiz vs. Funk Avy. Two of the countries finest DJs go head to head in what looks like to be the DJing equivalent of a Manny Pacquiao fight. Opening set by another veteran, Travis Monsod. Prepare for another night of party mayhem. Manila, you now have a choice for a real clubbing night. <img src="http://images.rewiredmnl.multiply.com/image/3/photos/27/600x600/1/kevin.jpg?et=fdCfw0ibMFqOBg027P9yCQ"> In case you didn’t know, Kevin Ruiz is one of the country’s legendary DJs. In the late 90's to 2003, he was the resident DJ of ABGs and then of seveneightorange, two clubs that were a big part of the house music revolution in Manila. His six-hour sets at seveneightorange made him famous. He is one of the very few in the local scene who can take you on a journey. Born and raised in New York City, he has kept the NYC influence in his music. Kevin’s music is very up to date as he is sent the latest tracks from DJs and producers around the world. He is also one of the few house DJs who can scratch and use p... http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/calendar/item/10018/Rewired_Warehouse_135_Kevin_Ruiz_vs._Funk_Avy Tue, 18 Sep 2007 16:38:35 -0000 http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/links/item/12/PHOTOS_Rewired_Sept_8_2007._The_Teichmann_Brothers_Rubber_Inc_Funk_Avy Sun, 16 Sep 2007 14:27:39 -0000 <img src="http://images.adriancuenca.multiply.com/image/3/photos/23/600x600/1/remembering_mars_v2.jpg?et=kzPga8rXbobluuoAeAeGSQ"> I remember very well one early morning. I think it was 1992, James McCranie was on the decks after another moving prime time set by Elmer Dado. James was playing a set of unknown records. Nothing was familiar to me or to anyone else in the club. It was acid house and he was driving it hard record after record. Despite not knowing any track, it was a very moving set, and it made me and my friends dance like crazy on the floor. It was then I discovered the power and the artistry of the DJ. Instead of playing the anthems, James was using records as building blocks to build and create a vibe and energy that made people dance. That moment and many moments help shape clubbing in this country. I couldn't see myself in any other club at that time. The music was impecabble and up to date. It was the time when acid house and techno were taking over dancefloors all over the world and Mars made sure they didn't get left out. They didn't rely on the popular hits but instead made ... http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/calendar/item/10017/Why_I_will_remember_Mars Wed, 12 Sep 2007 19:31:30 -0000 If you are a user of Sky Cable and enjoy watching Solar Entertainment (Basketball TV, Solar Sports, Jack TV, ETC, 2nd Avenue, Crime/Suspense), consider switching cable providers soon. If you haven't heard yet, it was announced last saturday that Sky Cable will no longer carry the above channels starting January 2008. Hassle! They will be replacing these channels with their own new channels. <br><br>Through the years, Sky Cable has been a monopoly. While other countries enjoy stereo surround sound from TV, the sound from Sky Cable is still muffled mono. While we enjoh the food network some of their shows are 3 years old. Now they will punish their subscribers by not letting us watch the NBA playoffs.<br><br>Can someone with the time start a petition http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/journal/item/12/Power_to_the_Consumer._Why_Monopoly_is_bad._What_to_do_with_Sky_Cable Sun, 9 Sep 2007 14:04:30 -0000 All I can say is.... http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/reviews/item/2 Sun, 9 Sep 2007 06:22:54 -0000 <img src="http://images.rewiredmnl.multiply.com/image/3/photos/10/600x600/12/Rewired%20Flyer%20Sept%208.jpg?et=YcLhEwNEAKNghT%2BHjfLZBg"> I read a post recently that some people are getting bored with the same old music. Well, that is the reason Rewired was born and continues to exist. We too are tired of the same old commercial crap we hear over and over again. DJs are supposed to be artists, not jukeboxes. Well peeps, you finally have a choice. This Saturday is going to be legendary and i'm not just saying that for hard sell's sake. Rubber Inc is a pioneer in the electronica scene in this country. They even met the mayor of Cologne (ironic that they are not appreciated as they should be in their own country). The Teichmann Brothers is an established name in the Berlin scene. Funk Avy is probably the hottest DJ in the city right now. The choice is yours. If you miss it...well... If you don't, you can tell your children about it someday. See you all this Saturday. Free entrance before midnight with a welcome http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/calendar/item/10016/Be_prepared_to_get_blown_away._This_is_it Fri, 7 Sep 2007 06:47:37 -0000 <img src="http://images.rewiredmnl.multiply.com/image/3/photos/10/600x600/12/Rewired%20Flyer%20Sept%208.jpg?et=YcLhEwNEAKNghT%2BHjfLZBg"> Back in the country after their successful gig at the C/O pop festival in Germany, Rubber Inc brought with them the Teichmann Brothers (<a href=http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=64974425>http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=64974425</a>). They just finished their Cebu gig at the Loft last Saturday and the crowd reaction was incredible, to say the least. The two will be playing at Rewired, Warehouse 135 this Saturday September 8 with an opening set by international recording artist and our very own Funk Avy. This is another night you should not miss. Experience the music taking over dancefloors all over the world. Don't get left behind as we continue taking it further to another level. A music workshop will precede the event at 6pm, Warehouse 135. To register, email your name age and occupation to rewired.manila@gmail.com. Teichmann Brothers: DJ brothers Andi and Hannes Teichmann, originally from Regensburg in Germany, have been collaborating in music projects for years. As electronic ... http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/calendar/item/10015/Rewired_Warehouse_135_Teichmann_Brothers_Germany_and_Rubber_Inc._Funk_Avy Mon, 3 Sep 2007 08:00:04 -0000 Level Noun A social, moral or intellectual standard. Example: at six, he could play chess at an advanced level. Check out <a href=http://rewiredmnl.multiply.com/photos/photo/23/1?>http://rewiredmnl.multiply.com/photos/photo/23/1?</a> http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/video/item/7/A_Higher_Level_Rewired_Warehouse_135_August_18_2007. Tue, 21 Aug 2007 18:01:43 -0000 Another night of Mayhem. Funk Avy vs. Silverfiter, Miss Badkiss. Still pushing it to a higher http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/photos/album/22/Rewired_Warehouse_135_Aug_18_2007 Mon, 20 Aug 2007 19:30:28 -0000 SUPER FRESH! PEEPS Dance Dance Revolution By Paolo B. Reyes Originally published in Philippine Daily Inquirer Page D4 August 18, 2007 Save for the occasional alcohol-fueled scuffle or drunken celebrity sighting, Saturday nights never really offer anything out of the ordinary. In fact, bare-knuckled showdowns –complete with hair-pulling and a nasty exchange of expletives -have become a spectator for all sorts of bar rats, casual observers, and accidental voyeurs. But recently, Super was witness to a different kind of showdown, this time involving three local DJs and a live visual artist. At the Rewired Experiment at Warehouse 135 last Aug. 4, progressive music meisters Caliph8, Stevie Tambunting, and Funk Avy faced off in a friendly battle that pitted their cutting-edge brand of dance music with the cool digital art of Dondon “Houseboy” Renato. “We like to call it OPDM, or Original Pinoy Dance Music,” shared Warehouse 135 head honcho Domini Primero, as the trio playe... http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/photos/album/21/Rewired_on_Philippine_Daily_Inquirer_Super Sun, 19 Aug 2007 17:33:03 -0000 <img src="http://images.rewiredmnl.multiply.com/image/3/photos/10/600x600/9/Rewired%20Flyer%20Aug%2018.jpg?et=JyIuPrwJ9BAGMY1hpR5jCA"> We are in the business of entertainment and we will give you your money's worth. We won't provide you with 'young' amateurs to play music for you. Take a look at the profiles of our DJs and they certainly can back it up with bite, not just bark. In fact this Saturday, our DJs won't just be playing music, they will be making music on the spot which is truly the next level in DJing. This Saturday is Funk Avy vs. Silverfilter version 2.0. If you missed the first one, here is your other chance to experience them again. See why people are raving (pun intended) about them. Local//e:!'s Funk Avy Vs. Silverfilter with opening act Miss Badkiss You were told that you will be taken up to another level, this is it. Info about the previous Local//:e event of Funk Avy vs. Silverfilter at Warehouse 135: Review: <a href=http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/reviews/item/1>http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/reviews/item/1</a> Photos: <a href=http://funkavy.multiply.com/photos/album/16/FUNK_AVY_VS_SILVERFILTER_WAREHOUSE135>http://funkavy.multiply.com/photos/album/16/FUNK_AVY_VS_SILVERFILTER_WAREHOUSE135</a> Video: <a href=http://funkavy.multiply.com/video/item/18/FUNK_AVY_SILVERFILTER_WAREHOUSE135_PART_1WMV>http://funkavy.m... http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/calendar/item/10014/This_is_the_next_level_in_Clubbing Mon, 13 Aug 2007 18:03:38 -0000 Funny article by my friend http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/links/item/8/7_steps_to_world_domination_via_Facebook_-_INQUIRER.net Mon, 13 Aug 2007 06:37:46 -0000 Many people in my network don't know who he is. I'm sure even most people I know in Manila will refer to 'Happy Mondays' as that hip and fun night at Embassy Cuisine. Happy Mondays was the name of a band signed by Tony Wilson's Factory Records, fyi.<br><br>New Order and Factory Records, the Hacienda, these are what Tony Wilson was partly responsible for. Those three names have changed the landscape of music and clubbing forever. He is one of my heroes and his unconventional (almost-hedonistic) method of achieving his business goals has inspired me to do somewhat the same. His vision and belief in pushing the music scene was pure and borne out of passion. I don't care if people read this post and say I'm strange. Strange is one adjective Tony Wilson has heard many times.<br><br>If you don't know who he is, please watch the movie 24-hour party people.<br><br>R.I.P from one of those you have http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/journal/item/10/Tony_Wilson_R.I.P. Sun, 12 Aug 2007 10:31:21 -0000 Its confirmed, Crystal Method is booked to play in Manila on Oct. 6 courtesy of House of Soul and Soultronica. "....I guess I didn't http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/calendar/item/10013/Crystal_Method_in_Manila Fri, 10 Aug 2007 06:31:32 -0000 Rewired August 4, 2007 When I write saying that our last event was great, I'm telling the truth and I have evidence. I'm glad Warehouse 135 had a DJs booth large enough to accomodate 4 DJs (well to be exact, 1 dj, 2 crazy ass producers/turntablists/DJs and 1 VJ who still is a DJ). Did the club foresee a setup like this? Lucky for us. Thanks Domini, Driven, W135 for giving Manila another option and thank you for the opportunity to bring it up so much higher (no pun intended). Please visit <a href=http://rewiredmnl.multiply.com>http://rewiredmnl.multiply.com</a> for more details of our upcoming nights. Please come to the next Rewired featuring Local//:e!!'s Funk Avy vs. Silverfilter, you won't regret it (unless you prefer the cheese). http://adriancuenca.multiply.com/video/item/6/Rewired_Reconnecting_Manila_Clubbing._August_4_2007 Tue, 7 Aug 2007 18:01:27 -0000