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Review: Max Graham, Jeff Button & Jon Jon @ Footwork
So a snowstorm cancelled work, I go to this, only to get stuck in another snowstorm. LOL
Anyways, another fun night at Footwork. The turnout wasnt so great due to the weather, but there was still enough people having a good time.
Got in around 10:30 and listened to groovy sound of Jeff Button. I swear, you can stick this man in a cargo container and he'd still come up with something appropriate to warm up. Being a good opener and a versatile DJ is something that is hard to do and severely underappreciated and the Mutton Man is pretty darn good. (Any dude who can appreciate a good Timewriter track is a okay in my book) 
Max Graham also played a fun set. First 2 hrs was very high paced tech influenced house and last hr had more progressive warm fuzzy feel to it. I thought the set was programmed better than last time I saw him in London but had less of a variety. Seems he's almost over that trancey prog binge he was on, but Max Graham = fun house. Flyertalk always brings a smile to my face.
It's been almost a year (way too long!) since I had a chance to see jon jon on decks. Like Jeff, he's got a distinctive sound that you recognize as the jon jon sound. So many locals seems to have trouble creating own style and just follow and play whatever the trend du jour but it's those locals that work hard to create own sound that I find I appreciate more. Totally didnt expect Jay Lumen - Calypso and overall jon jon played more techy than last time I heard him (out of loop too long!) but it was a good set.
Overall another satisfied night at Footwork
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| Originally posted by Yohan So a snowstorm cancelled work, I go to this, only to get stuck in another snowstorm. LOL |
I think Jeff recorded his set, his last 2 or 3 songs were 
still looking for words..lol!
but for now:
WOW 
What an amazing nite!
Got to Footy in time to see the last 30 mins or so of Jeffs set and was LOVING what i was hearing! I'd never seen Max before and his set was totally different then what i was expecting and it was RI DIC U LOUSLY good!!! Jon closed the nite off with a kickass set and kept the dance floor rocking!
The vibe last nite was awesome! Everyone was dancing and having an amazing time, seriously I couldnt have asked for a better nite!! So happy to be back in TO, even if its only temporarily, and SO HAPPY to be back at Footy!!!
Overall WIKKED good nite with sikk nbeats and amazing friends, and really what more can u ask for?
Really nice night. Got there just as Max was coming on, left just as he was finishing. I would have liked to hear Jon and Jeff, but the timing didn't work out.
Excellent vibe/dance space at Footy. It's great to see the whole floor moving and everyone smiling. People were polite and not pushy. Excellent tunage, and I got to see some TAs (bouncing santa hats in front of the DJ booth!)
The only cruddy part was coming home. Yikes. Hellovastorm.
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| Originally posted by Yohan ah. was curious if you made it cuz i didnt see no haggis or a fast swimming seal |
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| Originally posted by flavor I sure did....they took all that stuff away at customs tho |
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I first have to start of with saying I MISSED FOOTWORK. Truly my favourite club. Nothing is better than dancing front and centre, being able to interact with the DJ, and feeling the sound pump right out of the speakers. The crowd was solid, everyone was having a great time. And gotta love that floor.
Jeff opened with the perfect opening set. Started off with a chill, low key groove allowing everyone to have a few drinks and do the social thing and slowly worked up to some great dancing beats. I agree with Jon Jon his last few tracks were I hope this was recorded.
Max came on and the crowd went crazy. It was definitely a room full of fans. I'm still trying to figure out this whole prog thing... Im not the biggest fan. I honestly was hoping to hear something similar to the boat cruise (although I knew that wasnt likely). I found that he lacked a little bit of variety with the exception of a few tracks. Regardless I was on my feet all night dancing away. Had a great time. He knows how to work a crowd, kept the energy at full throttle, and technical skills are top notch. I have loads of respect for this man.
My first time seeing Jon Jon DJ and it was a pleasure. He made a very nice transition between Max Graham and his own sound. I loved every moment of it. The track selection was great. My only regret is not being able to stay later (by that time my legs were throbbing from some major dance floor abuse).
Jon it was a pleasure to see you. You were like a little boy in a candy store... you were glowing with excitement. Seeing you next to Max Graham put a huge smile on my face.
And lastly as always it was great seeing the room full of TAs. Thank you to all for a great night xoxox
Ps. Santa hats FTW WHAT WHAT!!
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| Originally posted by Intangible |
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| Originally posted by MissK you two can pass as brother and sister. similar features. |
was it really smokey in there or was it blurry lenses?
BAHAHA
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| Originally posted by jon jon BAHAHA |
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| Originally posted by Jeff Button LOL!! The one on the other side just about killed me, twice. |
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| Originally posted by Jeff Button LOL!! The one on the other side just about killed me, twice. |
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| Originally posted by flavor |
it was grrreat to hear some real prog for once, ahhhhh
(i missed the first half of his set where i guess it was techy)
Weapons of Max Destruction !
Jeff was on the Button !
Jon Jon was On Fire at the end of the night !
What more can I say...Once again Max Graham's talent absolutely floors me. Track selection was awesome, absolute slamming tracks one after another, I was totally blown away. As was said earlier, Max kept the energy in the room going full throttle all night long.
Great job Max. Come back soon !
max is amazing with the mixer... in london i was just watching him slamming the channels non stop. awesiome stuff
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| Originally posted by jchung52 max is amazing with the mixer... in london i was just watching him slamming the channels non stop. awesiome stuff |
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| Originally posted by flavor hey i met u sat nite/sun morning did i? |
Fantastic night. One of my favourite of the year. Had a great time, and most definitely enjoyed crossing paths with some old friends I haven't seen in years. Jeff, Max and Jon: you all kicked ass.
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