Wed. Dec. 31st
8pm-4am
$35 Early Supporter (limited)
$50 Advance
More at the door.
The Downbeat Presents:
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Ft:
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Fort Knox 5 (DC)
Koosh
Mr. Moe
Sarah-Hannah
Mr.B
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We at The Downbeat are so happy with what the last year has brought. Feeling the love from our cities underground dance community has made this project feel not just right, but inspirational. We have forged many collaborative partnerships- not to mention friendships built on a shared passion for building our community. Starting at 8pm and running to 4 am this will be the spot to leave it all on the dance floor. We can’t wait to ring in 2026 with you, lose ourselves in the moment and look forward to sharing much more dance floor magic with you in the year to come. We have extra "early supporter" tier tickets for this, but they won't last. See you in the dance.
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Fort Knox 5 (Washington DC)
https://soundcloud.com/fortknoxfive
https://www.instagram.com/fortknoxfive/
Fort Knox Five originated in Washington, D.C., as a dynamic project dedicated to exploring all things funky, transcending genre and tempo boundaries. From its inception, the essence was steeped in retro vibes, the sound pulsating with funk, and the beats resonating with freshness. Now, two decades into the journey, FK5 stands resilient, an enduring force in the musical landscape.
Melding live instrumentation with electronic prowess, Fort Knox Five crafts seamless grooves that traverse the spectrum from funk to house, reggae to glitch hop, and culminate in prime-time bangers. They have been at the forefront of a contemporary funk revolution, embarking on a musical odyssey that has witnessed them sharing stages with industry giants and icons for nearly two decades.
In recent years, Steve Raskin has assumed the role of the principal DJ, steering the Fort Knox brigade towards a funky future. As he now leads the charge, he commands the stage, delivering high-energy sets that showcase their signature blend of glitched-out funk. From renowned clubs to some of the largest festivals worldwide, Raskin electrifies the atmosphere with infectious grooves that seamlessly transition from funk, bass, and hip-hop to prime-time house and breaks, ensuring the party never falters.
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Koosh
https://www.discogs.com/artist/225449-Koosh
Koosh has been collecting and playing records since the 80’s. From stadiums to 10 person lock ins all over the world. He has transitioned from being a staple on Western Canada's underground dance scene to a bonafide legend whose appearances are not to be missed.
Come enjoy an early set of jersey garage, late disco and early house. Dubbed up for a nye you won’t soon forget.
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Moe “Mr. Moe” Berger
https://soundcloud.com/mr-moe-the-dj
https://www.instagram.com/mr.moe_aka_splifftone_sound/
Victoria, BC–based house music veteran whose deep roots in the underground scene stretch across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. With over 30 years of experience, Moe has been a driving force in shaping and sharing a sound that continues to ignite dance floors and inspire events worldwide.
As a buyer for Vancouver Island’s original underground dance music hub, Boomtown Records, Moe helped curate and champion the culture from behind the counter as well as behind the decks. His sound has the rich soulful and rhythmic textures of New York, Chicago, West Coast House, Afro, Dub, and Disco. He has shared the stage with some of the most renowned and iconic artists at clubs, festivals, and venues worldwide.
Whether performing or facilitating the sound of the underground, Mr. Moe remains a trusted name and a passionate ambassador for the community and culture of house music
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DJ Sarah-Hannah
https://soundcloud.com/dj-sarah-hannah-1
https://www.instagram.com/sarahhannahbedard/
Sarah-Hannah Bedard started djing in 1996 and making electronic music in 1998. As one of the first female DJs and producers in Western Canada, Sarah-Hannah was a pioneer in the electronic music scene in the mid to late 1990s. One of her career highlights was opening-up for the legendary Hip Hop band ‘De La Soul’ in Amsterdam! Plus she’s DJ’ed opening sets for some of the biggest DJs in the world: Armin Van Buren, Paul Van Dyk, DJ Heather, Derrick Carter, Ricardo Villalobos, Sasha & David Morales (to name a few). Sarah-Hannah also enjoys playing Guitar, ukulele, banjolele, tamboura and singing vocals in various band projects in Victoria, and is working in her home studio on a solo project of original songs.
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Mr. B (Quality Productions)
https://www.instagram.com/mr.bees_knees_/
https://soundcloud.com/mr-bizzle
Mr. B’s uncompromising blend of house and breaks is not to be missed. B’s sets are best experienced long form. His real talent lies in teasing out the connections between the various strains of underground dance music he has been steeped in for the better part of his life. From House, Bass and Techno to Disco, Funk and Rock, often dusting off well-worn but forgotten favourites, Mr.B consistently delivers a smooth selection geared for discerning audiences. Over the years residencies in Calgary and Victoria and his long involvement with Shambhala Music Festival have honed his eclectic style- reminiscent of and inspired by legendary artists such as mr. scruff and Mark Farina. A veteran of Shambhala’s Village Stage since 2008, now working with the Living Room Stage, his yearly sunrise sets have garnered a dedicated following of left field aficionados that yearn to lighten up the space.
You may also like the following events from The downbeat event centre:
- This Friday, 5th December, 09:00 pm, United Sound V.1 Ft. Andrea Wolf, Lingg B2B Phulla, Neo¹ in Victoria
- Next Saturday, 13th December, 09:00 pm, Dubconscious (Nelson), Scotty Stylus (Van), Tragic The Gathering By The Downbeat in Victoria
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