DISCOVERY

godfatherofsol: Kooley High x DSCVRY: We Love the 90s...

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 23:11:23 -0400

Kooley High x DSCVRY: We Love the 90s Recap

this is how we get down in Raleigh, NC

Mission 025: Second Star to the RightDiscovery is all about...

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:03:14 -0500

Mission 025: Second Star to the Right

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. 24 successful missions down! Please join us as we celebrate 2 years of dancing, music, and most of all new friends. Last year we gave you the gift of one of favorite DJ/Producers. This year we do it again………..

This month’s guest: YUNG SKEETER (Dim Mak, Moodswing)

Trevor McFedries aka Yung Skeeter (formerly known as DJ Skeet Skeet) is an anomaly. Not many people can say they consider Katy Perry, Odd Future, Trash Talk and Skrillex friends but that is normal for “Yung Skeeter” a DJ/Producer who has been associated with most of LA’s emerging music scenes for the last 5 years. He has the exploits in “urban music” making beats for artists like Chris Brown and Azealia Banks while having a top 10 album in 2007 with his rap group Shwayze. And all the punk cred one could muster, playing in hardcore bands for most of his youth, straight edge till this day and not too long ago playing a show in between his friends Trash Talk and Touche Amore. Skeet is still noted to be the first DJ to play Van’s Warped Tour and has been commissioned remixes for everybody from Black Eyed Peas to Broken Social Scene.

But most people would tell you he’s one of the DJs responsible for the grown of “EDM” in America alongside his label head Steve Aoki and peers like Diplo, A-Trak and others. Having such roots led long-time friend Katy Perry to reach out and book Skeet as support for her entire “California Dreams” stadium tour. In short Yung Skeeter or “Skeet” is a look into the future of creatives – an endless resource of music, culture and technology – that have lead massive companies like Spotify to bring him on as a full time employee and “DJ in Residence,” and magazines like Paper and Blackbook naming him their DJ of the year. 2013 will see Skeet launching a new radio show alongside Steve Aoki as well as a heavy catalog of content – whether that be mixtapes, original productions, or remixes.

http://www.eatskeet.com/
http://soundcloud.com/skeetskeet

Your Hosts:
NIXXED
BLNGxBDGT
F THE BITERS

21+ $7, 18+ $9

Doors at 10:00, Dancefloor til 2 am

BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Photos by Tyrone Demery
Lights by Hiveminde

Mission 024: It Worked In Episode VII Discovery is all about...

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 20:27:54 -0500

Mission 024: It Worked In Episode VII

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. There’s nothing better than being able to finally book a guest you’ve wanted to showcase for a long time. Time for another dose of NC….

This month’s guest: Jubilee/Mixpak/Brooklyn Radio/BK,NY

Though now splitting her time between Miami and Brooklyn, XLR8R’s “artist to watch” Jubilee will always be Brooklyn’s bass sweetheart. Known for her rambunctious combination of upfront bass music, UK house, and tropical flavors, she has become a surefire remedy for ailing dancefloors around the globe.

Co-opting her name from the X-Men character who shot fireworks out of her hands, Jubilee works similar magic when she steps into the DJ booth. But she’s also simply Jess, the one-time South Florida raver who grew up obsessively listening to Miami bass on the radio and dancing the night away at underground breaks parties. After making the move to NYC, she quickly infiltrated the DJ circuit and began turning heads with her knowledge of all things bass.

It’s the sweet mix of underground bass and tropical vibes that brings Jubilee from clubs and warehouse parties to the comfort of your own home. Her radio show Fireworks, on both Brooklyn Radio and Electric Soundstage (iHeartRadio’s new electronic station), continuously features fellow global producers such as Sinden, Bok Bok, Mike Q, and Star Eyes. Prior to Fireworks, she has DJed on East Village Radio and put together well received guest mixes for “The Mix Up” on Australia’s Triple J Radio and XLR8R Magazine’s esteemed podcast series.

Your Hosts:
NIXXED
BLNGxBDGT

21+ $7, 18+ $9

Doors at 10:00, Dancefloor til 2 am

BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Photos by Tyrone Demery
Lighting by Hiveminde

Mission 023: Alderaan Lives!Discovery is all about DJ’s...

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 23:36:16 -0500

Mission 023: Alderaan Lives!

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. There’s nothing better than being able to finally book a guest you’ve wanted to showcase for a long time. Time for another dose of NC….

This month’s guest: KT CAUSTIC (Identity Theft, RWD)

You won’t hear schizophrenic sampling in a KT Caustic set. You won’t ever have to witness anything being “slayed,” nor will you ever hear noise combat actual music. What you will discover about KT is that her DJing style has a keen insight to a vast array of intellectual production. Whether it’s Dark Techno from the likes Maetrik, or the sensual Deep House of Maya Jane Coles, or even the innovative booty-bass tracks from the Dirtybird label, KT definitely knows how to hone in on her audience with her eclectic musical interests. Teaming up with some of the premier promoters and venues in the Carolinas, KT has opened up for some of the greatest talents in our industry. Juxtaposing technical abilities, with her musical creativity, KT’s talent is both bold and refreshing. When you listen to a KT Caustic set, expect to be wowed, expect to not recognize any tracks, but most importantly, expect to have fun. Because why would you want to have your face melted, if you can have your mind opened instead?

http://www.mixcloud.com/ktcaustic/
http://www.facebook.com/KTCaustic

Your Host:
NIXXED
BLNGxBDGT

21+ $5, 18+ $7

Doors at 10:00, Dancefloor til 2 am
BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Photos by Tyrone Demery
Lights by Hiveminde

Poster credit to the geniuses over at WBYK.

Mission 022: From the Nexus of SominusDiscovery is all about...

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 01:05:00 -0400

Mission 022: From the Nexus of Sominus

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. This month we make the journey home and hand the throttle over to one of the original host of Discovery. There’s no place like home…….

This month’s guest: NIXXED

There are probably only a couple of people that can say they have been on all 21 of Discovery’s Missions. Nixxed is one of them. For almost 2 years, Edwin has worked to bring acts from all around the world to Discovery with the hopes of changing the way you view dance music. This month we give him a chance to share his sound of DSCVRY as well as a sneak peek at where he wants to take you on missions to come.

Your Host:
BLNGxBDGT

Special Guest: DJ Shahzad

DJ Shahzad is one of Durham’s finest with the type of “all of the place” background that DSCVRY loves to showcase. You may have seen him at Hopscotch with Toon and The Real Laww or recently backing up Big Freedia at Motorco. His sets can contain tunes from baile funk, hip hop, bounce, electro, house, and everything in between. If this is your first time seeing him on the decks, make sure it is not your last.

21+ $5, 18+ $7

Doors at 10:30, Dancefloor til 2 am
BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Photos by Tyrone Demery
Lights by Hiveminde

Mission 021: The Last Sun of ScorpioDiscovery is all about...

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 20:30:20 -0400

Mission 021: The Last Sun of Scorpio

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. Last month speaks for itself. Definitely in our top 5 mission list. So we do what we always do. Try to top it. On one of his last performances before his tour with FLOSSTRADAMUS………

This month guest:

DJ SLIINK (Body High / Brick Bandits)

As Part Of The Brick Bandits Later Down The Line In Life, Which Include The Likes Of Tim Dolla, Dirty South Joe And Dj Sega, Dj Sliink’s Records Have Been Obliterating Club Sound Systems Through The Hands Of Some Of The Most Respected Soundboys In The Business.

His Signature Blend Of Jersey/Philly/Baltimore Club, Incorporating Aggressive Uptempo Rhythms With Soothing Pop And R&B Samples Give Him Extensive Appeal Across The Pop And Underground Spectrum.

His Dj Sets Run The Gamut Of Pop, Dubstep, Moombahton, Jersey/Philly/Baltimore Club, House, Rap, Hip Hop And Reggae - The Standard Loadout For A WorldWide Club Dj.

His “Vibra8” EP on Body High Has Resonated Sound Systems From New Jersey To London. With Releases On Hype Headz , Pelican Fly , Fade To Mind , Mean Bucket , Paradisica Recordings.This Naturally Gifted Talent Out Of Newark, NJ Is An Artist To Watch In This Emerging Wave Of Hybrid Dance Music.

http://www.xlr8r.com/features/2012/03/bubblin-dj-sliink

Your Host:
NIXXED
BLNGxBDGT

Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
Photos by Tyrone Demery

Here’s a recap from Friday’s party with Sinjin...

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 01:47:09 -0400

Here’s a recap from Friday’s party with Sinjin Hawke.

Mission 020: Lights and Crystal DustDiscovery is all about...

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 23:04:00 -0400

Mission 020: Lights and Crystal Dust

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. This has been a truly amazing summer. If you missed a DSCVRY this summer, you forgiven. However, you won’t want to miss this one. Fresh off an insane set at Boiler Room LA and live set at New York’s MoMA PS1, DSCVRY proudly presents…….

This month guest: SINJIN HAWKE (Pelican Fly Records)

Even though “The Lights EP” (Pelican Fly) was his official release, Sinjin Hawke has been putting in work for quite some time. He launched a groundbreaking series of parties in Montreal, Boomclap, featuring artists like Dj Rashad, Lunice, Canblaster, Africa Hitech, Dubbel Dutch, Jacques Greene and more, he’s released a slew of club ready bootlegs with dutch vanguard Truants, and has graced an abundance of venues throughout Europe and North America.

Off of the widespread appraisal of ‘The Lights EP’, he’s begun to set quite a stage for himself: collaborating with DJ Sliink, Canblaster, Morris, Riton, Sinden – remixing for DJ Assault, the Ghettoteknitianz, Lemonade, and Danny Brown – mixtaping for URB and RinseFM – and rumors of a computer-less live set floating around… 2012 is looking like a big year for Sinjin Hawke.

http://www.xlr8r.com/features/2012/07/bubblin-sinjin-hawke

Your Hosts:
NIXXED
BLNGxBDGT

Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
Photos by Tyrone Demery
Lights by Life Is Art Studios

Twitter Hash: #DSCVRY

Video

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 23:25:01 -0400

Mission 019: The Return of NoctuaDiscovery is all about...

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 11:55:15 -0400

Mission 019: The Return of Noctua

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. Last May the stars aligned and one of Discovery’s most amazing nights went down. Well this month the comet returns. We have birthdays to celebrate, old friends to welcome, and tunes to blast. THIS IS A HOMECOMING.

This month’s guest: WILLY JOY (Trouble and Bass)

After months of attempt, we can finally announce the return of Discovery’s favorite DJ. His set from last year is considered by many to be the best we have ever had. Since then Willy Joy has circled the globe a couple more times, put out an amazing EP, created a slew of dope remixes, and secured a place within the infamous Trouble and Bass family. Now he has returned to make sure our dance floor don’t forget his name.

For those that don’t know:

Chicago partymaster Willy Joy’s DJ sets and original productions have been packing sweaty dancefloors across the country from major festivals like Lollapalooza to sweaty illegal warehouse raves and Mad Decent block parties. His releases with Trouble & Bass, Mad Decent and more have been tearing up clubs across the country, getting support from the likes of Diplo, Drop The Lime, Brodinski & BBC Radio 1. His now-dormant “Fly By Night” parties also defined and became infamous touchstones of the eclectic new sound coming out of the producers of the Windy City. With near-constant touring throughout the USA and beyond, Willy is set to blow up fast. URB Magazine named him one of the Next 100 artists to watch - come see him live and you’ll instantly know why. Willy is known for blending disparate sounds into a single, ecstatic, live moment.

http://soundcloud.com/willyjoy
http://www.beatport.com/artist/willy-joy/101749
http://www.facebook.com/willyjoy

Special birthday celebration for Nixxed and The Biters!
&
The return of Hiveminde lighting!!!

Your Host:
THE BITERS
NIXXED
BLNGxBDGT

18+ $7
Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
Photos by Tyrone Demery

Twitter Hashtag: #DSCVRY

Kooley High x Discovery present…WE LOVE THE 90’S...

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 19:49:38 -0400

Kooley High x Discovery present…

WE LOVE THE 90’S PARTY

featuring:

ill digitz
Nixxed
DJ Forge

-All your favorite Jams from your favorite Decade!!!

Tix: $5
18+

Photo

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 19:48:56 -0400

Mission 017: Before the Declination of the SunDiscovery is all...

Sat, 12 May 2012 18:02:10 -0400

Mission 017: Before the Declination of the Sun

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. I want to thank everyone for once again reminding Fool’s Gold that Raleigh does know how to show up and wreck a party. This month we are gonna give you a chance to get to know one of your own a little better.

This month’s guest: BLNGxBDGT

So a long time ago in a galaxy far away there was a period of civil war……. Wrong story. Actually what had happened was, there was a time when we needed to bring someone on to help with Discovery. The choice was obvious not only because Shawn had already secured some of our best bookings, but because I had been a fan of his DJing since I saw him play a rap rave in Alibi more than 5 years ago. Now it is time for all of the fans of Discovery to get a chance to see him play the way that I did.

Your Host:
NIXXED

21+ $5, 18+ $7

Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Photos by Tyrone Demery
Lights by Life Is Art Studios

Mission 015: A Fool’s Adventure in Alchemy. Discovery is...

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 22:38:56 -0400

Mission 015: A Fool’s Adventure in Alchemy.

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. Truth be told, we have been flying this ship by the seat of our pants for a while now. Luckily your support has put us on the radar of some amazing individuals. This time Mikey Perros, King’s booking agent and loyal DSCVRY supporter, got a message from Vitalic Noise about a great opportunity we never saw coming. So we got together and made it happen……

This month’s guest: SAMMY BANANAS (Fool’s Gold)

Rising Brooklyn remixer and party maestro Sammy Bananas lives up to his name by crafting ecstatic tracks that ditch trendy production tricks in favor of pure pop satisfaction. He’s already remixed the likes of Chromeo, Passion Pit, and Kid Cudi, and his Fool’s Gold EPs High Top Fades and Braids & Fades pay tribute to the biker-shorted divas of the 1990s, chopping up their r&b hits into uptempo club tracks. The approach has already made fans out of influential BBC DJ Annie Mac and platinum producer will.i.am, who ran up to the DJ booth at Sammy’s LA show to shout “YOU made this?!?”

http://soundcloud.com/sammybananas
http://www.foolsgoldrecs.com/artists/sammy-bananas/

Your Hosts:
NIXXED
BLNGxBDGT

18+ $6
More Fool’s Gold Giveaways!!!!

Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Photos by Tyrone Demery
Lights by Life Is Art Studios

Mission 014: Dances with BoötesDiscovery is all about DJ’s...

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 02:30:00 -0500

Mission 014: Dances with Boötes

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. For over a year we have brought you guests that bring something different to the tables every time. This month we bring you a guest that has helped to bring international attention to the movement he is a part of. However his DJing and production are more than enough to speak for themeselves. So now Discovery is proud to give him Raleigh’s undivided attention…….

Your Hosts:
NIXXED
BLNGxBDGT (HELLA!!!,CLT))

This month’s guest: MIKE Q (Fade to Mind)

MikeQ [Fade To Mind] Is one of the leading figures of the East Coast’s long-running (but still largely underground) ballroom/vogue-house scene. Based in New Jersey, the 26 year old producer is not only one of the most in-demand ballroom DJs, but he also heads up his own Qween Beat team and turns out a steady stream of vogue and
ballroom tracks, re-edits, and remixes.

http://www.djmikeq.com/

18+ $5
Coat Check provided for additional charge.

Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Photos by Tyrone Demery
Lights by Life Is Art Studios

Raleigh, our first year was a blast. To many more!

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 22:19:00 -0500

Raleigh, our first year was a blast. To many more!

Mission 013: The Quantum LeapDiscovery is all about DJ’s...

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:53:00 -0500

Mission 013: The Quantum Leap

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. You guys have taken us on a ride for 12 very successful missions. So this month we celebrate our 1 year anniversary by bringing you one of our favorites and our biggest guest yet.

Your Hosts:
NIXXED
BLNGxBDGT (HELLA!!!,CLT))
F___ THE BITERS

This month’s guest: TREASURE FINGERS (Fool’s Gold, Defected)

Treasure Fingers is Audio Viagra (NY Post)

Treasure Fingers, the DJ and producer born Ashley Jones has been making it rain in the disco with innovative remixes and original tracks. Jones is far from a new jack, having racked up over a decade of international club experience and studio chops as part of the legendary drum & bass group, Evol Intent. Yet as Treasure Fingers, he’s found a way to merge his diverse influences and deep history into a signature sound, packed with intricate basslines, chopped-up, gritty synth melodies, and party-ready drum breaks. It’s already captured the ears of everyone from Innerpartysystem , Monarchy, Theophilus London and Miike Snow to dance music icons Eric Prydz, Romanthony and Roy Davis JR (all of whom requested the Treasure Fingers remix treatment). His amazing new twist on Disco attracted the attention of such labels as Defected, MOS, Nervous, Hed Kandi and Fools Gold to name a few.

http://treasurefingers.com/
http://soundcloud.com/treasurefingers
http://www.beatport.com/artist/treasure-fingers/85920

This will be more than worth the extra cash. Plus we have some giveaways from our friends at Fool’s Gold Records as well as a couple of other surprises up our sleeves.

18+ $7
Coat Check provided for additional charge.

Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Photo Booth by Tyrone Demery
Lights by Life Is Art Studios

Mission XII: Return of the JediDiscovery is all about DJ’s...

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 22:01:00 -0500

Mission XII: Return of the Jedi

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. For everybody that has stuck with us, you have seen some………..different ish go down at Discovery. This month we get to go back to how it all started. This month it is nothing but the home team. This month we celebrate a very special homecoming……..

Your Hosts:
NIXXED (Edwin Whitted)
BLNGxBDGT (HELLA!!!,CLT))
and….. leading the journey

This month’s guest: Henry Lancaster III aka Fuck the Biters

For the Discovery passengers that have been here since the beginning, this cat needs no introduction. But for the other passengers that we have picked up along the way, Fuck the Biters is a founding father of Discovery. In September we lost him to the other side of the pond. Since then he has been exploring Europe, making playlists, and sending us dope flyers every month. Now he is home and the empire ain’t ready.

http://soundcloud.com/f_ckthebiters

18+ $5
Coat Check provided for additional charge.

Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Mission 011 - His name is Octave, he hates injustice, and his...

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 04:14:00 -0500

Mission 011 - His name is Octave, he hates injustice, and his number is 5555.

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. 2011 is gone. This month we go hometown heavy. We have a birthday to celebrate, a guest opening DJ, and Very Special Guest Headliner. This month Raleigh goes plaid……and yes that was a spaceballs joke. Pay attention.

Your Hosts:
NIXXED (Edwin Whitted)
BLNGxBDGT (HELLA!!!,CLT))

This month’s guest: Sami Automatic

Everybody wants to be a DJ. If you want to be a DJ for the right reasons it’s because you saw a DJ that had something that moved you. It’s something that can’t be taught. Everything from the track selections, the technique, the energy, and the soul was mind blowing. Sami Automatic is that DJ.

Originally from Los Angeles, Sami has been a Raleigh native for over a decade. In that time he has destroyed dance floors at every club in Raleigh, a few across the country, and a couple across the world. A Sami Automatic set is going to take you on a journey across House, Electro, Hip Hop, Funk, Soul and more. The man knows the crowd, and knows his way around the turntables. This is what Discovery was made for.

Huge Birthday Celebration for Tyrone Demery. Our man behind the lenses.

Special opening set by From Zero. He’s a local head that likes to keep life at 128bpm. You should get an ear full.

18+ $5
Coat Check provided for additional charge.

Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Mission 010 - Why is Space Black??? Discovery is all about...

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:24:00 -0500

Mission 010 - Why is Space Black???

Discovery is all about DJ’s playing what they want and you dancing your ass off. The year is almost over and 2011 has been amazing for us. This month is no different. This month we get to play hosts to one of our favorite producers. Raleigh. Let’s Dance.

Your Hosts:
NIXXED (Edwin Whitted)
BLNGxBDGT (HELLA!!!,CLT))

This month’s guest: David Heartbreak

Globally known, Brooklyn-born DAVID HEARTBREAK remains accredited as the innovative leader of the moombahton genre. With a future-forward disposition, Heartbreaks sonic creations draw inspiration from such names as Toddla T, Timbaland, Afrojack, Skrillex, Datsik and many more. The leading ambassador of the genre, Heartbreak began in hip-hop but translates his eclectic evolution of sound to his love of traveling.

Incorporating this ethos into the EDM realm, Heartbreak goes knee-deep into the world of global music bass, trobal, kuduro, dutch house, and dancehall. Weaving a wide range of elements, Heartbreak proves to be a mastermind at infusing each track with both with the unique beats considered a staple of the genre and his own Midas touch of genius as well.

No doubt a growing force, Heartbreak has collaborated with the most renowned names throughout the entire EDM realm. Collaborating with Laidback Luke, Diplo, Brodinski, Skrillex, Annie Mac, Toddla T, to name a few, Heartbreak remains committed to the movement, with music itself at the forefront of his creations. Now he leads Mission 010 and Raleigh is in for an adventure..

Heartbreak x JWLS- Pimpin’ (Original Mix Sample) by David Heartbreak

http://davidheartbreak.com

18+ $5

Doors at 10, Dancefloor til 2 am
BE EARLY!!!! RSVP does not guarantee entry and you don’t wanna be caught out there.

Rocket Fuel provided by PBR

Photography by:

Tyrone Demery

Dylan Welter

Ryan Sides

Joe Williford of Complex Photography