Winter Warpdrive... Used to describe one night every year in which more than a thousand party-goers, of all types, come together to celebrate music, entertainment, and production at it's finest. PanOptic Productions brings you installment number 4 of the series which has become an icon for shows of it's kind in the Midwest and at the same time a show that has a rockin vibe unlike any other. January 24th, 2009 - we are holding nothing back as we bring you another great night in electronic music history.






MAIN ROOM


EOTO - Los Angeles
eotomusic.com / myspace.com/eotomusic



Jason Hann and Michael Travis (percussionist and drummer from the band The String Cheese Incident) compose this brand new 100% improvised live breakbeat, trip-hop, house, and drum n' bass project. Drawing from the ethos of some of the great DJ's and computer artists of the world, they use cutting edge technology to create truly original and melodic dance music in the moment, with the undeniable power of live drums. The music is all created on the spot, recorded, then mixed and remixed live to create an ever evolving musical experience. Since the project is 100% improvised, every night promises to be a unique dance experience.


NICHOLAS BENNISON - Los Angeles / UK
nicholasbennison.com



DJ/Producer Nicholas Bennison has a slew of productions which are played by the world's biggest DJs and have been licensed to major mix CDs by Paul Van Dyk, Ferry Corsten, Christopher Lawrence, John 00 Fleming and Marco V, the latter four released through Ministry of Sound. Some of the industry's most influential labels that have released his work are Joof (UK), Five AM (UK), Recoverworld/Eve/Flux Delux (UK) and Fektive (Holland). Nicholas has collaborated with Christopher Lawrence, and was commissioned to remix Christopher & John 00 Fleming's co-production, Beyond The Limit, for the first release on Christopher's Pharmacy label. Nicholas has also co-produced tracks with Gareth Emery and legendary Hook & Bellboy Recordings producer, Chris Cowie (X-Cabs).


CYPHER - STL
myspace.com/djcypher



A local gem that has been entertaining the masses since the late 90's. A true Pioneer of the hard acid tech sound of the the time. His success is evident by the mass of "Cypher Supporters" you will find scattered all over the Midwest. A Dj first and foremost, with a special understanding of track selection and the electronic scene as a whole. Now, moving to the studio with his own production work , Cypher will reach farther than he ever has before. Sky is the limit for this local legend. All hail the dancefloor general!!!!!


JEN Z vs KARIZMA - STL
myspace.com/dj_jen_z / myspace.com/karizma84



From city to city around the Midwest, these two starlets come together to fuse their sounds of funky breaks and bangin’ electro. This dynamic duo has a reputation for bringing the heat, so be prepared to move your feet.


FIRE TECHNICIANS
myspace.com/firetechnicians



Consisting of the finest creative talent in fire and object manipulation arts that St. Louis has to offer. The Fire Technicians are planning an entirely new show for this year’s Warpdrive. Aiming to amaze the crowd, inspire new artists, and impress the veterans with a fire and glow performance like you’ve never seen. Watch as they paint the stage with fire.


CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE FIRE TECHS WARPDRIVE PROMO VIDEO


VJ SHAWN HARVICK
panopticprod.com / myspace.com/panopticshawn




Main room opening set by :

MR. SOPHISTICATED - THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM
myspace.com/poofstache




ROOM TWO


FOREST GREEN - San Fran
forestgreen.org



Beginning her DJ journey in the San Francisco Underground, Forest Green has perfected the art of bringing it to the dance floor. 11 years later, she continues taking things to the next level, amazing crowds with her high energy, hot bass lines, and soul gripping grooves.

Tireless in her support of the rave as a venue for personal and artistic expression, Forest has rightly gained fame as a consummately professional DJ and live performer, earning the respect not only of her audience, but the promoters who work with her. She is a featured DJ in Sony Picture Classic's GROOVE, an independently produced film depicting the true spirit of the early 90s San Francisco Underground. Forest's most recent productions will debut this coming summer, bringing her back to Europe and all over North America. Mixes are available at www.forestgreen.org/mixes music at www.myspace.com/forestgreen


CALCULON - San Diego
myspace.com/djcalculon



After several years of DJing and promoting events in Southern California, Calculon became interested in making his own tracks to mix into his sets. After joining the Rubik Records team alongside Kubiks last year, he has been doing A&R for the internationally respected label and has played shows from Bristol to San Francisco. Since Calculon has started producing Drum n Bass he has successfully signed tunes to labels such as FF Recordings, Rubik Records, and Fokuz Recordings. He also has released the very well received Bootleg White Label of Paper Planes and Unstoppable through LOAD. Based out of San Diego, California, you can hear some of the sunshine in his productions, and whether you hear his tunes on 1XTRA or Bassdrive, you will hear the soul and impact in his music. Don't sleep on this producer, the best is yet to come.


Dylan Thomas - STL - myspace.com/31friction
- UnitOvOne / Dedication - STL
Grant Walker - IL - myspace.com/grant__walker
- PanOptic Productions - IL
Meagy - STL - myspace.com/atsmeagy
- PanOptic Productions - STL
Jen Ha - Columbia, MO - myspace.com/jenha
- The Pink Slip - Columbia, MO


IN THE VIP

Dankskii - Godfrey, IL- myspace.com/djdankskii
- Underground Mafia / Boogie Knights - IL / STL
Stan Doublin - STL- myspace.com/standoublin
- KG / Square One / osB - STL
Andy B - STL - myspace.com/djandyb
- CatalyticSouls Records / 50 Foot Robots - STL
Ziio - STL - myspace.com/dj_ziio
- 50 Foot Robots - STL
JNX - STL - myspace.com/alphahouse
- Alphahouse - STL
SlantE - STL - myspace.com/djslante
- SlantEd Sounds - STL



THE VENUE

robertsorpheum.com




Located in downtown St. Louis, this 90 year old theater has recently been renovated to provide one of the best concert venues in the area. From its architecture and acoustics to its style and presence, the Roberts Orpheum provides one of the most unique settings in the Midwest electronic music scene.

The entire first floor is COMPLETELY OPEN for you to dance the night away and theater seating will be available on the 2 balconies above.

We are opening up a second room this year to host even more talented dj and artists


VIP INFORMATION

- Cash bar
- Ice Hookah Lounge with Couches
- Private Bathrooms
- 6 Bad Ass DJs
- 21 and up only


TICKET PRICES/INFO

GENERAL ADMISSION FOR THIS EVENT IS 18+

***Presale tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or at select local events from PanOptic members Shawn Harvick, Miss J, or Jameson. Ticketmaster and venue fees can be avoided by purchasing directly from a PanOptic member***
$20 - EARLY BIRD (EXTREMELY LIMITED QUANTITY)
$25 - PRESALE
$35 - DOOR PRICE
$40 - VIP (LIMITED QUANTITY)

***ALL TICKETS ARE SUBJECT TO A $2 VENUE FEE***
VIEW/RSVP THIS EVENT ON MYSPACE

Info Line - 314-815-0420
Info Email - [email protected]


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Last edited by panoptic on Dec-15-2008 at 14:41