Jamesson Beane

We at Beatnik Castle would love to wish a Happy and wonderful Birthday to our dear friend Jamesson Beane (Thee most photogenic person in Florida!) and we hope you join us to celebrate his Birthday Saturday evening at 7:00 pm at Pulse at 1912 South Orange Avenue in Orlando, Florida 32806. Jamesson is an extreme talent, good friend, and all-around great guy and we’ve hoodwinked him into playing a significant role in our  video for the new Beatnik Castle featuring Ohsha Kai single  “How Do You Mend A Broken Heart (like Mine)?” that will commence filming May 20-23 in Tampa! Happy B’Day Jamesson!! See You Saturday at Pulse!

Beatnik Castle fet. Ohsha Kai to Perform at High Gloss Fashion Show

Tampa’s psychedelic dance/pop duo Beatnik Castle featuring Ohsha Kai will perform their new single “How Do You Mend a Broken heart (Like Mine)?” at 57 West’s HIGH GLOSS Fashion Show this Friday, April 16 at 9:00 pm. Riding high on their single “Will U B Mine?”, Beatnik Castle recently placed # 3 on Billboard’s Breakout Chart (two behind Rihanna and one ahead of Jason Derulo) last week. High Gloss is  a ground breaking one night event that features some of Orlando’s most dedicated local talent. Doors open at 9:00 pm and admission is $10 and includes 2 free tickets for beer and wine. 18 and up welcome.  57 West is located at 57 West Pine St. Downtown Orlando 32801. For further information, please contact 321-217-1675.

Focusing on the Art, Fashion, Music & Design base within our city, HIGH GLOSS was created as a vehicle to connect Orlando’s ever growing creative community with the public. HIGH GLOSS will feature 2 fashion shows, 6 Artists Painting Live in a Battle format, and 6 DJs . Also performing will be Please Respect Our Decadence. Live art battle by DRES13, Socky Chop & Tobar  versus Dustin Orlando, Brandon McLean, & Scott Donald. Fashion entertainment will be provided by DECHOES and Vintage & Studs.
Special thanks to: A La Revenge | Dechoes Resale | In Progress Magazine and You!

For further information on Beatnik Castle, please contact QuncyB@tampabay.rr.com or go to www.beatnikcastle.com or www.ohshakai.netFor promotions, please contact Harry F. Towers at 718-227-3250 Ploondeet@aol.com or Loren Chaidez at Lorenpromo@earthlink.net or 914-771-4113.

Beatnik Castle fet. Francillia: The Remixes

Tampa’s psychedelic dance/pop duo Beatnik Castle featuring Francillia’s debut single “Will U B Mine?”  was added to Billboard’s Breakouts for April 3, 2010. Also added that week is Rihanna “Rude Boy (#1), BWO “Right Here, Right Now, (#2), Beatnik Castle (# 3), Jason Derulo “In My Head,” and Emilia De Poret “Pick Me Up.” (# 5). Beatnik Castle’s limited edition club remix CD was a Featured Release in Zip Dj’s March newsletter and the single is still holding steady at # 2 (behind Adam Lambert) on Zip Dj’s Top 40 USA National Dance and Club Charts. For further information please go to www.zipdj.com.

“This couldn’t have come at a better time,” sighs an exhausted Quincy B, adding that 2010 is “starting to get busy.” Beatnik Castle was invited to perform at the Deet Promotions Winter Music Conference Showcase at Twist and, according to Top 10 Billboard artist and new Beatnik singer Ohsha Kai, “I had a wonderful time and really enjoyed performing the new single!” Performing with Ohsha Kai were back-up singers Jamesson Beane (filling in for regular back-up Ariale Brown, who couldn’t attend) and Leemarie, who, with Tampa rapper Apoca, performed Beatnik Castle’s Latin/Rap version of “Will U B Mine?” appropriately, titled “Tu Puedos Ser Mio?” Former Beatnik Castle featured singer Francillia also performed as well.

Beatnik Castle’s second single “How Do You Mend a Broken Heart (Like Mine)?” featuring Ohsha Kai should be ready for release by summer 2010. The trailer is currently available on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VmWjS_O8Vc. And, according to those DJ’s who’ve heard the track, is already is creating a stir because of its retro 70’s style vibe, (Beatnik Castle’s signature style), and, of course, the powerful soulful vocals of Ohsha Kai. Incidentally, “Tu Puedos Ser Mio?” (the backbeat is the instrumental from Georgie Porgie’s WUBM tribal mix with additional electronic goodies from Quincy) and a Spanish acoustic version of the song (performed by Leemarie, who also sang back-up on “Broken Heart”) will be available soon.

“We’re sticking with the same team on this one as well, “ says Quincy, adding that, to date, remixers Josh Harris, Cato K, Lenny B, Julian Marsh, and Majik Boys have committed to the new single. “Why change horses in midstream?” Also joining the Beatnik Team is songwriter, arranger, and producer Bobby G. Summers, a multi-talented musician and founding member of The Deele (with L.A. Reed and Babyface). Summers has worked with The Bar-Kays, General Kane, Sly and the Family Stone and was the Music Director for Enterprise Orchestra that toured with Rev. Al Green for over 15 years. Summers and Beatnik castle will collaborate on an acoustic/piano version of “Broken Heart” which, according to Quincy B, will feature incredible arrangements and, of course, “plenty of killer vibe!”

For bookings (either club or acoustic performances) and other Beatnik information, please contact QuncyB@tampabay.rr.com or go to www.beatnikcastle.com or www.ohshakai.net

For promotions, please contact Harry F. Towers at 718-227-3250 Ploondeet@aol.com or Loren Chaidez at Lorenpromo@earthlink.net or 914-771-4113. Check out Bobby Summers at www.bobbysummers.com.

The Motown Maurice Show march 27 @ Cuban Club Ybor City

Once again, Tampa’s premier  late-night talk show host Motown Maurice will host The Motown Maurice Show this Saturday March 27 at the Cuban Club in Ybor City at 7:30 pm! Call 813-951-0794! Look for Motown in the new Beatnik Castle video for “How Do You Mend a Broken Heart (Like Mine)”? in June 2010!!

Deet Promotions WMC Showcase march 20, 2010 at TWIST

(Tampa) -For the second consecutive year, Tampa’s psychedelic dance/epic pop duo Beatnik Castle will be performing at the Deet Promotion Showcase at the Winter Music Conference Thursday, March 25 at Club Twist 1057 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139

“This performance is definitely extra special considering the incredible momentum Beatnik Castle has achieved in the past 12 months, “exclaims head Beatnik Quincy B. Scovill, adding that Beatnik Castle’s current single and video, “Will U B Mine?” (featuring singer Francillia) is still being played worldwide. The video for “Will U B Mine?” (directed by Russ Miller) made its national broadcast debut on Logo December 2009 and has been added to MTV, VH1, Spike TV, Music Choice and other audio and video outlets worldwide as well as winning an award at the 2010 Tampa Bay Video Awards this year. “Will U Be Mine?” was placed on the Official Grammy Ballot by the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences in the Grammy category “Dance Single of the Year” in 2008 and 2009. Beatnik Castle also was placed in the Grammy Ballot categories “Record of the Year” and “Song of the Year” in 2010. The showcase performance will debut new Beatnik singer Ohsha Kai and the sophomore Beatnik single “How Do You Mend a Broken Heart (Like Mine)?” – a seventies-style old school dance track with, according to Quincy B,  “has plenty of strings and backing vocals.”The Spanish Rap version of Beatnik Castle’s current single “Will U B Mine?” – appropriately titled  “Tu Puedos ser Mio?”will be performed by Tampa Hip-Hop Duo Apocalipsis and Leemarie. Leemarie also will sing back-up with Ohsha on “Broken Heart.”

“Wait until you see and hear these kids perform “Will U B Mine?” exclaims an excited Ohsha. “It just adds another dimension to the single!”

Unfortunately “Tu Puedos ser Mio?” and the Euro-Techno and Reggae versions were not included on Beatnik Castle’s February 2010 limited edition Club Remix CD (featuring new artwork and several new dance/club remixes by Josh Harris, Lenny B, Cato K, Georgie Porgie, Majik Boys, Tod Miner, Julian Marsh) but all the aforementioned versions will be available digitally later this year.

For bookings (either club or acoustic performances) and other Beatnik information, please contact QuncyB@tampabay.rr.com or go to www.beatnikcastle.com or www.ohshakai.net

for more information. For promotions, please contact Harry F. Towers at 718-227-3250 Ploondeet@aol.com or Loren Chaidez at Lorenpromo@earthlink.net or 914-771-4113. Twist is at 1057 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 www.twistsobe.com 305-53-TWIST.

House of Hitz

(Tampa)-  Tampa premier independent label and recording studio House of Hitz once again will sponsor a benefit relief concert to assist residents devastated by the Earthquake in Haiti. The charity event, appropriately titled Help Haiti Free Concert, will be held in the parking lot of the Dogwater Café at 3611 West Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa, Fl 33614 (on the corner of Hillsborough and Himes) Saturday, March 20 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.  Sponsors include Speedy, Carlos Guzman (House of Hitz), Big Mike, Mad Monk, Ltd Records, Budweiser, HOOD Magazine, American Dream Barber Shop, Radio MQM.Com, Iron Eagle Security, Famous Fashions, International Academy of Cosmetology and Barbering, Hungry Howies, David Bowes, M & P Smith Construction and Security, Tumbao Music, Artie’s Moving Service, Tampa Prints for Less, Aguila Sandwich Shop, Corp, The Dogwater Café and many local and national recording artists. Admission is free and attendees will be asked to bring donations such as blankets, non-perishable food items, baby formula, bottled water, and other supplies that will assist the Haitian earthquake victims.

Artists scheduled to perform include Latin League, Sal, Island Hits, Apocalipsis, Cita, & Leemarie, DJ Blaze, Son Del Caribe, Mitriz, TRI, Kimiko, Lisy, Lloyd J, and CZ3. In addition to the aforementioned performing artists, other local and national celebrities will be present and signing autographs. Also appearing will be the Budweiser Girls and promotional giveaways from Budweiser. The event also will be live-streamed at www.tamparap.com. Media coverage will include The Tampa Tribune, Latin Times, HOOD Magazine, St. Petersburg Times, TBT, Big Luke Entertainment, Expose DVD, and other local and national media outlets will be DJ. Blaze. Special guest include DJ Quest and Shozoe. Special thanks to Heavy Grinders, DJ Teanze and DJ Wind. Special thanks to West Winder’s Productions and Rudebwoy Graphics and Printing, Inc. (813 391-1063).

This is the third benefit concert that House of Hitz sponsored for Haiti and, according to House of Hitz’s Carlos Guzman, the previous benefits have been “very successful.” The next benefit is scheduled for April 10, adds Guzman.

“Many of our artists are from Haiti and still have family in the devastated areas,” says Guzman. “”It’s really great to see the local community gather and support this cause.”

House Of Hitz is a Tampa-based independent label and recording studio also specializing in artist development; they’ve recorded such industry notables as Trick Daddy, Trina, 2 Pistols, Strizzo, Gucci Man, Tampa Tony, Tom G and several local and international musicians and performers. House Of Hitz has provided music for several video games, television commercials, and other commercial/radio spots and jingles.

For further information on the March 20 Help Haiti Free Concert benefit please contact Carlos Guzman or Speedy at 813 -601-9676 or visit House of Hitz at www.houseofhitz.com. The Dogwater Café can be contacted at 813 877-5241.

Sponsor information is as follows: Aguila Sandwich Shop, 3200 West Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa 33614 813 876-4022, Tumbao Music 4058 Fiesta Plaza Blvd Suite 110 Tampa, Fl 33607 813 872-0055, Tampa Prints for Less 2102 West Busch Blvd Tampa, Fl 33612 813 443-4531, Corp Artie’s Moving Service is 5005 N. Howard Avenue, Tampa, 33603 813 876-6979. M & P Smith Construction and Security, Tampa, Fl 813 232-0880, American Dream Barber Shop, 5712 W. Waters Avenue, Suite 7, Tampa, Fl 33614 813 374-0211.

The Motown Maurice Show! March 20th!

Come out to Ybor City’s Cuban Club Saturday evening, March 20 and support our friend Motown Maurice and the Motwon Maurice Show!

Tu Puedos ser Mio?

Tampa Bay psychedelic dance/pop duo Beatnik Castle featuring Ohsha Kai is putting a unique spin on “Will U B Mine?”  Tampa-based rap master Apocalipsis (Apoca for short!) and singer Leemarie – collectively known as Apoca & Leemarie – invaded Pro Star Studios in St. Petersburg and, without haughtiest reservation, tastefully added a unique Latin-flavor to Beatnik Castle’s worldwide smash single:”Will U B Mine?’

“Apoca’s heavy-hitting Latin-flavored rap style rap brought the song to a new level,” says head Beatnik Quincy B. “I always wanted to do a latin version of the song,” confesses Quincy. “I’m actually Hispanic and wrote the original guitar arrangement with a Spanish flavoring. Beatnik fans who’ve heard the single compare it to Beatnik Castle meets Pitbull! That’s definitely an honor,” adds QB.

“Apoca and Leemarie bring some salsa to the Beatnik fold!” laughs Beatnik singer Ohsha Kai. “Quincy calls them the Latin version of Beatnik Castle,” she adds. “They have an incredible chemistry together and really perform the song with fire and conviction! It’s really something to watch!”  The backing track is the “Will U B Mine?” tribal mix instrumental from Top 10 Billboard artist, remixer, and dance pioneer Georgie Porgie (recently named one of Billboard’s Top 10 Dance/Club Play Artist of the Decade!) with some electronic goodies -including a few Soca and Latin rhythm beats and edits added by Quincy B.

“Georgie is a tremendous support and it’s an honor to know him much less work with him on a mix,” exclaims Quincy B. “I mean, he’s in the dubious company of Madonna, Beyonce, Rihanna, Mariah, Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, and Kim English when it comes to dance music. His accolades have earned him the title ‘Ambassador of Dance Music’ ”

Both Apoca and Leemarie were invited by Harry Towers and Beatnik Castle to perform the Latin version of “Will U B Mine?’ (appropriately titled “Tu Puedes ser Mio?”)  at the Deet Promotion Showcase at the Winter Music Conference at Twist in Miami Beach Thursday, March 25.They’ve been performing the song consistently since February and both are really excited to be performing with Quincy B and Ohsha.  Speaking of Ohsha – the new Beatnik singer, an incredibly-talented Top 10 Billboard artist and current Floridian, will debut her new single “How Do You Mend a Broken Heart (Like Mine)”? at Twist later that evening. In February 2010 Beatnik Castle recently released a limited edition Club Remix CD, but “Tu Puedes ser Mio?”as well as Quincillia’s Reggae Vibe, Euro Techno and 70’s Classic RockVersion were not included but will be available for digital download this spring.

For bookings (either club or acoustic performances) and other Beatnik information, please contact QuncyB@tampabay.rr.com or go to www.beatnikcastle.com or www.ohshakai.net

for more information. For promotions, please contact Harry F. Towers at 718-227-3250 Ploondeet@aol.com or Loren Chaidez at Lorenpromo@earthlink.net or 914-771-4113.

Tampa Bay Community Newtwork

(Tampa) – Tampa bay’s psychedelic dance/pop duo Beatnik Castle’s music video “Will U B Mine?” was recognized at the 2010 Tampa Bay Video Awards last Thursday, February 18. The music video, directed by Cynsings Studio’s Russ Miller, received Third Place in the Entertainment Category of the TBVA Professional Division.

“It’s definitely an honor to be recognized for your accomplishments in your hometown, “exclaims an exuberant Quincy B. Scovill, who, with Top 10 Billboard artist  Ohsha Kai, comprise the Tampa Bay Area’s hottest duo, Beatnik Castle. “Though the video is currently being played and distributed worldwide, this award is extra special because it’s from our hometown!”  The video for “Will U B Mine?” made its national broadcast debut on Logo December 2009 and has been added to MTV, VH1, Spike TV, Music Choice and other audio and video outlets worldwide. Quincy is quick to thank director and friend Miller at Cynsings Studios for “making it all happen!”  The video can be seen at MTV and VH1.com.

“I already sent the award to Russ! It’s really his award and he deserves it. After all, without him, this would not be possible.” Miller is scheduled to direct the video for “How Do You Mend a Broken Heart (Like Mine)?” – Beatnik Castle‘s sophomore 70’s styled-single featuring new Beatnik Ohsha Kai, later this Spring. The duo will debut the new single at the Deet Promotions Showcase March 25 at the Winter Music Conference in Miami.

Currently Beatnik Castle is basking in the skyrocketing worldwide success of their current single “Will U Be Mine?” which was placed on the Official Grammy Ballot by the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences in the Grammy category “Dance Single of the Year” in 2008 and 2009. Beatnik Castle also was placed in the Grammy Ballot categories “Record of the Year” and “Song of the Year” in 2010.  Beatnik Castle’s February 2010 limited edition Club Remix CD is currently available and features new artwork and several new dance/club remixes by such dance world notables as Josh Harris, Lenny B, Cato K, Georgie Porgie, Majik Boys, Tod Miner, Julian Marsh and, of course, Quincy B. A Spanish Rap/salsa, Euro Techno, and eclectic Reggae version also will be digitally available later this year.

For bookings (either club or acoustic performances) and other Beatnik information, please contact QuncyB@tampabay.rr.com or go to www.beatnikcastle.com or www.ohshakai.net for more information. For radio promotions, please contact Harry F. Towers at Ploondeet@aol.com.

NEW CLUB MIX CD Available! Click Image to Order!

Beatnik Castle’s February 2010  limited edition Club Remix CD features new artwork and several new dance/club remixes by such dance world notables as Josh Harris, Lenny B, Cato K, Georgie Porgie, Majik Boys, Tod Miner, Julian Marsh and, of course, Quincy B. A Spanish Rap/salsa, Euro Techno, and eclectic Reggae version also will be available later this year.