The Sounds of VTech

Earlier this year, VTech launched the IS9181 WiFi internet radio, and the buzz has been growing.  With access to over 11,000 free Internet radio stations worldwide, 3W front-facing tuned stereo speakers, a 10W subwoofer with class D amplifiers, auxiliary cable to play files from digital audio and CD players or any device with a 3.5 mm headset jack, and more, you’re radio never had it so good. An ideal gift for any music lover, you can’t go wrong with the IS9181. 

Now VTech continues its “Where do you wanna go?” series with producer/musician/DJ, Will “Quantic” Holland with a new exclusive video and downloadable track specially made for VTech on the IS9181 WiFi Internet Radio. Currently based in Cali, Columbia, the music Quantic creates is influenced by sounds from all over the world. This year he released his 12^th studio album, Quantic and his Combo Barbaro, an album influenced by Columbia and its cumbia sounds, to rave reviews. Follow Quantic as he takes you from India to China and more on the IS9181.

Watch the magic of the IS9181 unfold as Quantic turns on and tunes in to the world. 

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The Sounds of VTech / Where Do You Wanna Go? with Quantic

Right Click To Download The Exclusive Quantic Track Made With The IS9181:  Quantic for VTech

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Rarely seen music videos, new dublab VisionVersion films, comedy clips, out-there animation and other eye-melting magic.

FILMS BY:

Adah Hashemi

Andreas Nilsson

Andrew Gura

Ben Wolfinsohn

Brian Degraw
B+

Eli Stonberg

Eric Fensler

Eric Wareheim

Fernando Cardenes

Gabe Askew

Heath Ledger

Hiro Murai

Isaiah Seret

Jeremy M. Lundborg
John Famiglietti

Josh Lowman

Keith Musil

Lasse Martinussen

Martin De Thurah

Matt Amato

Matt Daniels

Raul B. Fernandez

Rinee Shah

Spike Jonze

Walter Robot


+ mas mas mas

MUSIC VIDEOS FEATURING:

Alexandra Hope

AsDSSka
Benoit Pioulard

Busdriver

Chairlift
Dan Deacon

Death Cab for Cutie
Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeroes

Grizzly Bear

Hecuba
Health

Major Lazer

Mew

Mia Doi Todd
Miguel Atwood-Ferguson and the Suite for Ma Dukes Orchestra

Modest Mouse

Quantic
Royksopp

Silk Flowers

The Woods

The Dodos
To Kill a Petty Bourgeoisie

+ more

+ The debut of new dublab VisionVersion films featuring: El Guincho, Jennifer Furches and Tune-Yards!

+ Between Two Ferns: Zach Galifianakis interviews Charlize Theron, Bradley Cooper (The Hangover), Jon Hamm (Mad Men), Natalie Portman and her dog, Whiz amongst some foliage.

+ A live performance from DAEDELUS with live projections on the big screen by Dr. Strangeloop.

+ A screening of the film “Parallel” directed by Paul Shepherd with a surround sound score by Languis.

+ After the screening grab a drink on the rooftop patio as Labrat djs share soundtrack selections.

+ Live t-shirt printing by HIT+RUN.

8pm-1am / $10 / All Ages


DOWNTOWN INDEPENDENT
251 South Main Street

Downtown, 90012


Often confused with xylophones, marimbas are a traditional folk instrument of the people of Southern and Central America. And though the instrument’s roots lie in West Africa, it ties together the music of the African diaspora and the inhabitants of the Southern and Central American shores on which they landed on in the 16th century.

The Pacific coast of Colombia is home to many genres of music. From its local music of the Afro-Colombian chirimia, the marimba, and outside influence of salsa, the music scene in Colombia continues to blend the old with the new.

When we look to rural towns such as Timbiqui, home of singer Nidia Gongora Bonilla, where musicians play in dedicated marimba houses and listen in awe. The music never stops, and the houses vibrate with the rhythm of the marimba all day long.

Memoria de Justinho By Quantic y Su Combo Barbaro Featuring Nidia Gongora Bonilla on Vocals is a tribute to legendary Marimba player, Justinho Garcia from Timbiqui. It was written by legendary female songwriter Ines Garanja on the occasion of his passing and holds enormous cultural significance. It is a classic song in the tradition of the Pacific Coast and was first recorded by Grupo Socovan, Nidia’s family’s band.

As Nidia introduces the song in the beginning of the video, she explains it is a Rumba from Timbiqui in the style of Quantic; a collision of sounds and influences in the best possible way.

Though the QCB has never recorded this song, it was worked out specifically for their first LA show and in many ways, this was the song that reached the audience’s musical souls. Los Angeles was open to Quantic and the new album and the band he had brought with him, but this song managed to put a smile on everyone’s face and a extra shuffle in everyone’s step.

It is with extreme pleasure that MOCHILLA was there to capture it and for VTech to premiere it.  This is history here. With beating hearts and hands in the air, connect your computer up to those speakers, kick back and feel the Afro-Colombian magic.

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The Sounds of VTech / Memoria de Justinho by Quantic and his Combo Barbaro

Quantic y Su Combo Barbaro:

Will Quantic Holland: Guitar/ Alfredo Linares: Piano/ Fernando Silva: Bass

Malcolm Catto: Drums/ Jack Iglesias: Percussion/ Freddy Colorado: Percussion

Reggie Ambrose: Sax/ Todd Simon: Trumpet

Shot by: Eric Coleman, Todd Mazer, and B+ for MOCHILLA

Edited by: Luke Lynch

Sound Recorded and Mixed by: Benjamin Tierney

The night was still young as cars desperately searched for free parking along Glendale Blvd., and soon the crowd of partygoers began to grow along its sidewalk. The lines were long, but no one complained. It wasn’t one of those typical Los Angeles summer nights. There was a slight chill in the air. And though you brought a coat, you shrugged it off and left it in your car, knowing that once inside, the body heat of the masses as they danced away to the upbeat mixes and playful beats of DJs NuMark, Ganas and J.Rocc would warm you up.

It’s not every night you’re transported to a far off land, but on Saturday, those who made the trip down Sunset to the EchoPlex found themselves in Cali, Colombia, on the shores of Timbiqui, and in the loving musical arms of Quantic and his Combo Barbaro. DJ and music producer, Will Holland and his motley crew of incredible musicians, drummer Malcolm Catto, keyboardist Alfredo Linares, percussionist Freddy Colorado, singer Nidia Gongora, Todd Simon and more, came out for their first ever performance in Los Angeles and perform they did. And as the band made their way onto the stage in identical, simple burgundy tunics, an excited hush fell over the crowd. You could see a shift in the audience as the sold-out crowd attempted to position themselves in front of the stage. And as soon as Quantic signaled the band to begin, the audience moved in approval to what they heard. As they played one track after another on their new album on Tru Thoughts Records, Tradition in Translation, Quantic and his Combo Barbaro did not disappoint.

It was a magical evening to say the least. The eclectic crowd of music lovers brought with them a special energy that pervaded the nighttime air. From mothers and daughters to DJs alike, with infectious shouts for more, sing alongs and enthusiastic applauses, Colombia was front and center. Quantic rarely spoke, sometimes unconsciously stepping to the side as to not block the audience’s view of one of his band members. He played his guitar and his much loved accordion and managed a few brief comments that brought high pitched cheers from his fans. Malcolm Catto sat back on the drums and  played with a relaxed coolness, while percussionist Freddy Colorado jumped and swayed with each song and rhythm. How he managed to find the energy after a grueling trek up to SF the night before was amazing. The highlight for me was to see singer Nidia Gongora in the flesh. Schoolteacher, mother, and originally from a family of acclaimed singers/musicians, Nidia is the yin to Quantic’s musical yang. The moment she stepped on the stage in the traditional dress from her homeland, the transportation was complete. And as she belted out the hit single, “Un Canto a Mi Tierra” you couldn’t help recalling all the visually stunning images that Mochilla had captured in their documentary: Tradition in Translation: A Postcard from Cali, that was projected silently on the backdrop.

With music in its current state and creativity seemingly at a standstill, it’s comforting to know that out of the muck of commercialism and mass consumerism we find music that feeds the soul. Though this is Quantic’s 12^th studio album, it may be his most important in what it says and what it does. Bringing a piece of Colombia, the rich culture, heritage, and music to the world in a positive light, filled with a richness that is lacking in modern day. MOCHILLA and VTech were proud to be able to bring this to you. Thanks for being there with us.

*photos by Walter Pinkney

If you’ve got plans tonight, break them. If they involve being in the LA area, make sure you the EchoPlex is on your agenda. If you’re hanging out with friends, bring them along and if they can’t be convinced, I suggest leaving them behind. Tonight, you need to come out to see Quantic. Brought to you by the wonderful folks at Mochilla and VTech, he’s live and direct from Cali, Colombia. And though Quantic is a good enough reason to come out on a Saturday night and break pre-existing plans, this one is even better. Introducing, in their LA debut is Quantic and his Combo Barbaro. I haven’t been this excited to see a musical performance since the Timeless Series.

With this 12th studio album, Will Quantic Holland has made an amazing album filled with the beautiful music of Colombia, accompanied by musicians such as the incredible Malcolm Catto, Alfredito Linares, singer Nidia Gongora and more.

So, tonight, August 15th, be at the EchoPlex. Get there early and make sure you find a spot up front and plant yourself for the rest of the evening. From amazing DJ sets to what is going to be a mind blowing musical experience, this event will be one for the books.

Tonight, Mochilla and VTech bring you some surprises.

Be sure to make your way to the Mochilla Office tonight for a very special Open House. Come and buy your tickets to the August 15th show for Quantic and his Combo Barbaro, Live and Direct from Cali, Colombia (last chance for presale!!), Pick up a copy of Shook Magazine featuring B+’s cover story on Colombia, a special viewing of B+’s prints up close, and be the first to pick up the next series of Mochilla Mix CDs.

I’d like to mention our special guests that’ll be stopping by, but that’d be giving away too much. So be sure to make your way to Eagle Rock this evening.  4124 Verdugo Road just North of York today,  Thursday, August 13th,  from 7pm until 10pm and let’s get this weekend started a few days sooner than later.

NEW MOCHILLA MIX CDS!!

Help us begin this weekend of celebration!

Mochilla
4124 Verdugo Road
Eagle Rock, LA 90065
7-10pm | Thursday August 13th

AND DON’T FORGET THIS SATURDAY!!!

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