MISSING: Matthew Vo Franklin – Have you seen him Winnipeg?

MISSING: Matthew Vo Franklin. 24 year old male. About 5’7″ is Metis/Vietnamese. Missing

THE UPSETTER: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry – Nov.16 to Nov.20

The Winnipeg Film Group’s Cinematheque presents… “THE UPSETTER: The Life and Music

Mood Ruff – Rocketship

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MISSING: Matthew Vo Franklin – Have you seen him Winnipeg?

January 4, 2012 in Local, News by refresh

MISSING: Matthew Vo Franklin. 24 year old male. About 5’7″ is Metis/Vietnamese. Missing since New Year’s Eve night, and was last seen in the EK area (Munroe and Panet), Winnipeg. Was wearing a grey shirt, jeans and a gold necklace. If anyone has seen a male with this description or has heard anything please contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 986-6250. Pls help by recopying and using as your fb/bbm status for 1 day. Or Add Friends to this Group! http://www.facebook.com/groups/212239088862622/

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THE UPSETTER: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry – Nov.16 to Nov.20

November 16, 2011 in Film, Music by refresh

The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry

The Winnipeg Film Group’s Cinematheque presents…

“THE UPSETTER: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry”

w/ promotional support from REFRESH.

Like Bob Marley? Like Reggae? Don’t miss this film!
Spread the word!

Showing at the Winnipeg Film Group’s Cinematique in The Exchange

Wed, Nov 16, 2011 at 7:00 PM sharp
Thu, Nov 17, 2011 at 7:00 PM sharp
Fri, Nov 18, 2011 at 7:00 PM sharp
Sat, Nov 19, 2011 at 7:00 PM sharp
Sun, Nov 20, 2011 at 7:00 PM sharp

“A fascinating documentary on Reggae’s greatest producer/performer/Rastaman.”

“The most eye-catching and electrifying archival footage of any music doc in recent memory.”

“The Upsetter is not just for Reggae fans. It’s a fascinating exploration of the music business, one of it’s most innovative periods and one of its unsung heroes.”

Runtime 95min.
$7 for students/seniors, $8 general

 

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Mood Ruff – Rocketship

October 31, 2011 in Local, Music by refresh

One of our favourites.

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Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest – Film – Oct. 19 – 22

October 19, 2011 in Events, Film, Local, Music by refresh

Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest The Winnipeg Film Group’s Cinematheque presents…

“BEATS, RHYMES AND LIFE: THE TRAVELS OF A TRIBE CALLED QUEST”

w/ promotional support from REFRESH.

Showing at the Winnipeg Film Group’s Cinematique in The Exchange

Wed Oct 19, 2011 at 9:00 PM sharp
Thu Oct 20, 2011 at 9:00 PM sharp
Fri Oct 21, 2011 at 9:00 PM sharp
Sat Oct 22, 2011 at 9:00 PM sharp

“…a documentary about one of the most influential and groundbreaking musical groups in hip hop history…”

Don’t miss this!
Old school fanatics… re-live the glory.
New school heads…. learn from the best.

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“Can’t Stop Won’t Stop” – Jeff Chang

October 12, 2011 in Books by refresh

Can't Stop Won't Stop
Books. Read them. They’re good things. “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop” by acclaimed journalist/hip hop historian/author Jeff Chang(URB, Vibe, Village Voice…) is quite a good read. I can highly recommend it even though I’m only on the 4th chapter. He delves deep into the history of hip hop; beyond the well-known “born in the bronx” beginnings. More than a plain ol’ hip hop book, Jeff explores the social, cultural and political impact that hip hop has had on generations.

REFRESH had the honour of helping promote Jeff Chang’s recent talk at UWSA’s Freestyle V.

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Allen Stone. Get familiar.

October 12, 2011 in Music by refresh

Diggin’ Allen Stone.
Just when you thought things couldn’t get any better, his amazing falsetto is showcased at 4:00.

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UWSA FREESTYLE V: BELIEVE THE HYPE (All-Style Urban Dance Battle) – Oct. 8th

October 7, 2011 in Dance, Events, Local, News by refresh

UWSA FREESTYLE V: BELIEVE THE HYPE (All-Style Urban Dance Battle)

The University of Winnipeg Students’ Association + Graffiti Gallery present…

BELIEVE THE HYPE: All-Styles Urban Dance Battle

HIP HOP BREAKIN POPPING LOCKING WAACKING VOGUING HOUSE!!

Come witness some of Winnipeg’s best urban dancers compete for dance floor supremacy!

Saturday, October 8, 2011
Graffiti Gallery
109 Higgins Ave.
6:00-10:00pm
ALL AGES!

Admission:
$5 Donation, $3 with Non-perishable food item
FREE for UofW Students
FREE for Participating Youth in Freestyle V

Music:
DJ Boom on the Wheel’s of Steel!

Judges:
Jonel Fabro – Assorted Goodies, Sikat
Kalliane Bremault – Define Movement, Dummy Squad, Sikat
Jon Surla aka Drift2 – 8bit Villain, Mischief Crew, GoodFoot

Host:
Bob aka Boobjester, Dangerous Goods

Prize:
$200

Dancers:
1. LockM
2. Wonton
3. G.F. Joe
4. Genie
5. Majestic
6. Alleycatabstract
7. Boyd
8. Desmonde
9. Skim
10. Sham
11. ShaqDaddy
12. Storm
13. Sheezy
14. Serts
15. Meeerk
16. JDR
17. Raphael
18. Whiplash
19. Speedz
20. Drakar Noir
21. BetRock
22. Doodlz
23. Plain Easy

In partnership with UWSA’s Freestyle V Workshops:FREE YOUTH WORKSHOPS (held daily from 6-8 p.m.) highlighting the 4 elements of hip-hop: (rap, DJ skills, b-boy / b-girl dancing and graffiti art) are offered throughout the week. The week culminates in a concert event where participants perform the original works they have written, developed and recorded throughout the week. Our workshop facilitators engage participants through skills built over years of working with youth in developing positive, creative expressions of their experience and emotions.More info here:
https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=159544667460627
The UWSA/Freestyle V thanks REFRESH for their partnership and promotional support!
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/REFRESH/202362233122499
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http://www.twitter.com/REFRESHconcepts

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REHAB at MARQUEE – Sept 4th – The Ultimate Long Weekend Party!

August 25, 2011 in Events, Local, News by refresh

REHAB at MARQUEE | Sunday, Sept. 4th

REFRESH + ALI ENTERTAINMENT presents

* REHAB at MARQUEE *
Sunday, Sept 4th

The Ultimate Long Weekend Party Series!

Marquee Lounge & Event Centre
(formerly known as Dylans on Pembina)

KEESH + RIC HARD + MADDMAN

Ladies Night Out/Bday?
Contact 9951682 pin:274A8DAF
*VIP Entry
*VIP Booth
*Complimentary Champagne

Doors Open: 10pm
18+ Valid ID

Capacity will be reached early!

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Saint Kris – Mixtape Release Party – Aug. 20th at The Academy | Groove Theory Thursdays | Dam Funk & Master Blazter

August 16, 2011 in Events, Local, Music, News by refresh

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112 * A Tribe Called Quest * Aaliyah * Al B. Sure! * Another Bad Creation * Arrested Development * Bell Biv Devoe * Black Moon * Black Sheep * BLACKstreet * Boyz II Men * Brand Nubian * Color Me Badd * Common * Coolio * Das Efx * De La Soul * Diamond D * Digable Planets * DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince * Destiny’s Child * DJ Quik * Dr. Dre * Dream Warriors * Dru Hill * En Vogue * Eric B. & Rakim * Erykah Badu * Faith Evans * Father MC * Gang Starr * Geto Boys * Guy * Heavy D & The Boyz * Hi-Five * H-Town * Ice Cube * Ice-T * Immature * Jeru the Damaja * Jodeci * Joe * Jon B * Keith Sweat * Kid n Play * Kool G Rap * Kriss Kross * KRS-One * Kut Klose * LL Cool J * Maestro Fresh Wes * Ma$e * Mariah Carey * Mary J. Blige * Masta Ace Inc. * Michael Jackson * Michie Mee * Mobb Deep * Montell Jordan * N.W.A. * Nas * Naughty By Nature * New Edition * Onyx * Outkast * P.M. Dawn * Perfect Gentlemen * Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth * Portrait * Prince * Public Enemy * Puff Daddy * R.Kelly * Salt N’ Pepa * Scarface * Shai * Shanice * Silk * Snoop Dogg * Soul for Real * Souls of Mischief * SWV * Tevin Campbell * The Fugees * The Notorious B.I.G. * The Pharycde * TLC * Tony! Toni! Toné! * Total * Tupac Shakur * UGK * Usher * Xscape * Wreckx-N-Effect * Wu-Tang Clan * Yo-Yo * Zhané

EVERY THURSDAY AT THE ACADEMY!

We’re excited to be involved with the return of DAM-FUNK! Now alongside his band MASTER BLAZTER!
He was the talk of this year’s Jazz Winnipeg Festival! For very good reasons!

*Advance tickets are $15 and are available now from Ryan Reyes 2049951682 pin:274A8DAF, online at http://jazzwinnipeg.com/buy-tickets,
by phone at 989-4656, or in person at the Jazz Winnipeg office (007-100 Arthur St.)


REFRESH supports dope local music.

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About REFRESH

August 12, 2011 in About by refresh

REFRESH is a lifestyle collective focused on supporting local talent, exposing the masses to creative cultures
and promoting innovative musicians & artists through engaging platforms: media, events, fashion and technology.

Get REFRESHed.

Founded by Ryan Reyes http://facebook.com/ryanreyes

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Upcoming events:

“Monsters Ball 2″ – Garrick Centre – 10/28/11

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Current weekly nights:

“Groove Theory Thursdays” at The Academy w/ DJ’s DLO & D-Luxx
“360 Fridays” at The Loft w/ DJ ResOne and guests
“Saturdays at Republic Nightclub” w/ DJ Dow Jones and guests
“Old School Sundays” at The Loft w/ DJ’s Dow Jones & DLO

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Events we’ve been involved with:

“Dãm-Funk and Master Blazter” – The Pyramid Cabaret
“UWSA Freestyle V – Believe the Hype: All-Styles Dance Battle”
“UWSA Freestyle V – Exit Through The Gift Shop Film Screening”
“UWSA Freestyle V – Jeff Chang: Can’t Stop Won’t Stop”
“Break 4 Bread XI: Central Canada B-Boy Battle” – Graffiti Gallery
“Warren G – Nate Dogg Tribute Tour” – Republic Nightclub
“Rehab” – Marquee Lounge & Event Centre
“Saint Kris Mixtape Release Party” – The Academy
“Advancer Night” – Republic Nightclub
“Driven 2011 Car Show, Afterparty” – WCC, Republic Nightclub
“Booya! 90′s House Party!” – Mystique Nightclub
“Pete Rock” – The Pyramid Cabaret
“Dãm-Funk” – The Pyramid Cabaret
“The Notorious Ladies Night” – Republic Nightclub
“Keys N Krates” – The Pyramid Cabaret
“Boxed Day Jam with Yelawolf” – Garrick Centre
“Reprezent 2010 Hip Hop Dance Competition” – Tec Voc High School
“Drake Concert Afterparty” – Republic Nightclub

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Companies we’ve worked with:

Sound Republic – event promotion
Jazz Winnipeg – festival and event promotion
University of Winnipeg Students Association – festival and event promotion
Unorthodox Clothing Institute – clothing collaboration
The Masses Clothing Company – clothing collaboration
Un1te Dance Company – dance competition promotion
The Urban Bakery – event promotion
Bundown Sound System – event promotion
Local Advancers – event promotion

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