Since I will be seeing Dadzie once again at Electric Forest, I figured mind as well take last nights show as a preview for what I will be seeing later this month. If he is anything like Thursday, I have a feeling he'll have his game turned up even more. Due to the massive crowd numbers, I know I can expect at least one great show of many.
12th Planet constantly works with Flinch and Skrillex on tracks "Father Said" and "Needed Change," and has collaborated with various other dubstep artists such as Datsik, Doctor P and Skream. Many DJs even use 12th Planet's productions and remixes in their live sets, but Thursday he wasn't scared to throw in other peoples work and make it his own. Skrillex seemed to be used constantly, but considering the two are L.A. locals and friends, so it all makes sense.
The lights may have not been spectacular, but the music was still intriguing. Let's just say Thursday, 12th Planet gave 4500 Washington Avenue a new name and perhaps a new outlook. Maybe more shows will roll through the venue whether or not Rich's gains new management. Time can only tell.
Personal Bias: To be honest, I was not looking forward the the show being here. I didn't know if a lounge-type club could typically handle the scene. But I was impressed, although I will say I prefer the bigger crowd setting.
The Crowd: It was college night. For once everyone seemed to be around the same age.
Overheard in the Crowd: "I need more bass!" [I don't personally think that Avenues sound system could handle the amount of bass you wanted, dear crowd, but bass was provided.]
Random Notebook Dump: Why the hell am I wearing jeans? It's hot as hell.
Another Notebook Dump: This venue sure made it hard to get pictures, but it's nice to get a preview for Electric Forest.
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