Beatnik Castle Video

Tampa psychedelic dance/pop duo Beatnik Castle featuring Ohsha Kai will be shooting the new video for their sophomoric single, “How Do You Mend a Broken Heart (Like Mine)?” Thursday, June 24, Friday, 25, and Saturday June 26 in Tampa and Orlando. Once again, Cynsings Studios and director Russ Miller will be at the helm for the video shoot.

“It’s going to be a great video, that’s for sure,” adds Quincy B. “I’m playing a janitor…Ohsha is playing a bride; Jammesson and Ariale will be there as well as Apoca, Leemarie, our friend Motown Maurice, Carlos, Speedy and all the gang from House of Hit. And, of course, The Town & Country Posse, and many others who’ve been supportive of Beatnik Castle this past year!”

Though details for the exact times and locations will be announced in the coming weeks, head Beatnik Quincy B says some of the locations already locked in are Prostar Recording Studios in St. Petersburg, House of Hitz in Tampa, Club Play in Ybor, and various locations in Ybor City. “We want all our Beatnik Fans to participate and be in the music video!” Quincy B also is asking local Dj’s and Vj’s to participate as well. Exact times and locations will be announced at www.beatnikcastle.com in the upcoming weeks.

Tampa’s psychedelic dance/pop duo Beatnik Castle featuring Francillia’s debut single “Will U B Mine?” debuted on  Billboard’s Hot Dance Club Play Chart May 2010 and is still holding steady as of this week. “Will U B Mine already climbed to # 37 and it’s still in the Top 50 these past six weeks,” adds Quincy B.  Beatnik Castle’s limited edition club remix CD was a Featured Release in Zip Dj’s newsletter and the single was and reached # 2 on Zip Dj’s Top 40 USA National Dance and Club Charts (behind Adam Lambert) last month. The Latin/Spanish version “Tu Puedes Ser Mio?” (featuring Apoca and Leemarie) is already making waves on Zip Dj and garnering excellent reviews. For further information please go to www.zipdj.com.

“Thanks to all the hard work and effort of our team,” sighs an excited Quincy B. “Many thanks to all the djays and veejays congratulating Loren Chaidez, Harry Towers and new singers Ohsha Kai, Ariale and Leemarie for making this happen and believing in the project”.  Following a stellar representation at this year’s Winter Music Conference Showcase (with new Beatnik singers Ohsha Kai and Jamesson Beane filling in for regular back-up Ariale, who couldn’t attend), Beatnik Castle is getting to launch “Broken Heart” by summer 2010. The trailer is currently available on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VmWjS_O8Vc.

Remixes for “Broken Heart” will include traditional Beatnik staples Josh Harris, Cato K, Lenny B, Julian Marsh, and Majik Boys as well Trypsin, Electrosonix, Mike Cruz and Captain GQ. “Of course, I’ll always throw in my signature acoustic version, “promises Quincy, who adds the acoustic/piano version of “Broken Heart” features “incredible string and orchestra arrangements” and, of course, “Ohsha and Ariale’s incredible old school vocals!”

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. UK/European Promotions Thomas J. Constable at Grimz.promotions@DJ-Grimz.co.uk +447521629889

Will U B Mine Super Mix

\”Will U B Mine? Super Mix\” Video from 2ReelFX

Up and Coming animator Rob Strawley and his Company 2ReelFX have created an incredible animated futuristic journey with Beatnik Castle and their Billboard charting single “Will U B Mine?” featuring singer Francillia. The video was carefully crafted by Rob to the track mash of of several different mixes of the song, including the remixes by Josh Harris, Majik Boys, Georgie Porgie, Tod Miner, and quincy B acoustic and techno mix. Enjoy! Also included are some video footage not seen in the original video! As the main characters would say, “Have a Blast!” Check out Rob’s other work at www.2ReelFX.com

Come out and Be in Our New Music Video

Tampa’s psychedelic dance/pop duo Beatnik Castle featuring Ohsha Kai will be filming the music video for the “How Do You Mend a Broken Heart (Like Mine)?” in Tampa and Orlando this summer 2010, probably in mid June. Once again, Cynsings Studios and director Russ Miller will be at the helm for filming for “Broken Heart.” There are several locations we’re looking at right now, “explains Quincy B. “Once we get final confirmation on the exact time and location, we’ll post the details and invite every Beatnik Fan to join us for a fun-filled time!” “It’s going to be a great video, that’s for sure,” adds Quincy B. “I’m playing a janitor…Jammesson and Ariale will be there…Apoca, Leemarie, our friend Motown Maurice…and many others who’ve been supportive of Beatnik Castle this past year!” The trailer for “Broken Heart” is currently available on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VmWjS_O8Vc.

Beatnik Castle’s current video for “Will U B Mine?” (the single just debuted # 49 with a bullet on  Billboard’s Hot Dance Club Play Chart for May 8, 2010) is currently in distribution by Promo Only and was aired on VH1, MTV, SPIKE, LOGO, AOL and other worldwide video outlets. A second video for “Will U B Mine?”– an animated concept video by Rob Strawley and 2reelFX, will be released later this week. “It’s like a hybrid between a video game and Billy Idol’s “Rock the Cradle of Love” video, “exclaims an excited Quincy. Virginai-Florida-based remixers Futron Labs/Electrosonix are also doing a techno-electro house remix of “Will U B Mine?”

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. Visit Futron Labs/Electrosonix at http://www.reverbnation.com/electrosonix

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. 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.

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.

Beatnik Castle featuring Ohsha Kai

(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.