The Master of the Beat, legendary turntablist and producer DJ Krush celebrates 20 years in the business with a special DJ set for his Hawaii fans. To add to this special night Boston-bred MC Mr. Lif will fly in and perform.

DJ Krush has seen hip-hop culture transform on a global scale. In his native Japan, he’s witnessed and greatly affected its growth from the ground up. His imitable style helped forge the early identity of James Lavelle’s influential Mo’Wax label, and collaborations with Gang Starr’s Guru, the Roots’ Black Thought, and a host of other MCs have cemented his celebrity status among the Hip-Hop elite. Krush has accomplished something few others have managed to achieve: a cultural intersection of styles that expands upon the width and breadth of Eastern influence. With Jaku (which translates to “peace and calm”), this theme is fully realized. A blend of MCs, including Mr. Lif and Aesop Rock, who lay down vocals over the masterful work of Ken Shima (jazz pianist), Shuuzan Morita (shakuhachi), Tetsuro Naito (kodo drums), Akira Sakata (saxophone) and a host of others.  

DJ Krush’s importance as a music producer cannot be underestimated. Without him some of the biggest artists in the scene would simply not exist. To commemorate 20 years in music production DJ Krush has started a monthly single series that will run through 2012. The first four singles have now been released, and are available on iTunes.

To this date, he has performed in front of over 4 million audiences in 282 cities across 46 countries. Krush continues his music, transcending all barriers, while leaving distinctive footsteps of his own, achieving ever-increasing acclamation as an international artist.

http://www.sus81.jp/djkrush/

http://www.facebook.com/DJKRUSHofficial

DJ Krush

& Special Guest  Mr. Lif  w/ DJ Packo

Mr. Lif is an American Hip Hop artist from Boston, Massachusetts. Often noted for his political lyrics, he has released two studio albums on El-P's Definitive Jux label and one on Bloodbot Tactical Enterprises. Mr. Lif is also a member of the hip hop group The Perceptionists with long-time friends and collaborators Akrobatik and DJ Fakts One. Mr. Lif has also collaborated with Murs, Aesop Rock, Blueprint, Otis Grove, and Thievery Corporation.

http://mrlif.bandcamp.com/

http://www.facebook.com/mrlif

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Monarx

Meiso

DJ Vince (Positive Regime)

DJ KRUSH

 DJ KRUSH

 Mr.Lif

 Thievery Corp featuring  Mr.Lif