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Smalltown DJs
12+ albums
canada
about
Mike Grimes and Pete Emes are those dudes known as Smalltown DJs. Based in Calgary, AB - they currently (since 1999) run a weekly known as Hai Karate. Hai Karate and the Smalltown DJs were born out of the ashes of old style block parties, punk rock shows at community halls and the early nineties rave scene. Hanging with these dudes on any given night you will hear funk, pop, dancehall, rock, hip hop, house, breaks, club and bmore. Their production style reflects this "everything under the sink" approach to music as well. No pretension allowed - only party and dance. The duo has released several mix cds and vinyl 12"s over the past few years - garnering attention and accolades from the far reaches of the globe. They were featured on national television in April 2006 - on Much Music's Going Coastal. They have also tour North America, Europe and Asia - promoting their unique sound to partygoers worldwide. Circa Footwear has been sponsoring Smalltown's endeavors since 2000, helping to make sure they always look good. Three Hai Karate All-star remix Eps have been released in 06/07 to celebrate the night's sixth anniversary. Over the past six years the Smalltown Djs have hosted and played alongside such artists as Afrika Bambaataa, Lateef, Lyrics Born, Dj Assault, Jeru the Damaja, Tommie Sunshine, Chromeo, Mike Relm, Cosmo Baker and Dj Ayres, ATrak, Low Budget, Diplo, James Lavelle, Kool Keith, Z-trip and Dj Radar, Fort Knox Five, and Maseo from De la Soul among many othe
