Advance Tickets $20 are available at Element in Castlegar, Tribute Boardshop in Nelson and at Telus kiosk in Chako Mika Mall through Peter Payne. Also available online at www.clubelement.ca/tickets.

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Guinness will be flowing. Wear your green and come and party the St. Patty’s Day Night away! Party like a true Irishman.

Drink specials and tons of prizes….

Renowned DJ and Producer of CYPRESS HILL will be at the Element Live on Saturday February 25th, 2012. Guests to be Announced. Doors Open 10pm-2am.

Tickets only $20 in advance. Available online at www.clubelement.ca, Element in Castlegar and Ticket outlets in Nelson.

DJ MUGGS biography:

Over the past two decades hip-hop music has taken the world by storm. From the old school days when the DJ was a rock-star and the MC was his hype man, to the era of big name ìrappersî, and now back to the DJ / Producer being the main man. One person who has withstood all these years as a world-class DJ and ìsuperî producer is DJ MUGGS.
Lawrence, ìMuggsî, Muggerud was born in January, 1968, and grew up in Queens, NY, before moving to Los Angeles in 1984. DJ MUGGS, known through-out the world as the DJ & producer for CYPRESS HILL has a long track record as not only a champion DJ but as someone who has produced music that has sold over 20 million units! He is also one of the few DJís to transcend several eras and styles and still maintain a very successful and relevant career. This path was a long-time in the making.

In 1984 when Muggs moved across the country from NY to LA, he also began to start djaying. In 1985 he got his first set of turntables and the path to stardom was in effect.
Only a year later he met the people who would eventually form the group CYPRESS HILL, one of the most influential and ground-breaking groups of all-time. It was 1986, the beginning of the golden era of hip-hop when Muggs met Sen Dog and B-Real, part of a group called DVX. At this time Muggs was pursuing his DJ career and honing his skills that he would soon showcase in local and national DJ battles like the DMC competition, while also realizing he wanted to produce as well. At this point his DJ talent was getting him recognized, especially after winning the West Coast DMC competition in 1989. However, he truly wanted to prove to the world that he could make better beats than most other producers. He left on tour with a group called 7A3 and was opening for huge groups at the time like, Salt N Pepa and Kid N Play. However, Muggs felt he had taken his DJ career as far as he could and knew producing was where he had to leave his mark. Previously he did produce a few songs, although he might not have received the proper credits. Muggs produced a track called ìRiver Cubanosî for Mellow Man Ace, another friend and member of DVX, and he also produced ìMad Mad Worldî on the certified gold COLORS soundtrack. Muggs already produced a gold record in 1988!
So after, his touring stint with 7A3, Muggs returned to form the group CYPRESS HILL along with Sen Dog and B-Real. They called themselves CYPRESS HILL because CYPRESS was the street they lived on and they lived up the hill on the higher part of the street.

Soon after working on some low-budget demos, CYPRESS HILL was signed to a record deal in 1990. Little did they know CYPRESS HILL would go on to have several multi-platinum and gold albums. DJ MUGGS produced all of the music, and their first self-titled album, CYPRESS HILL, in 1991, went on to sell over 4 million copies!!! This album also produced two #1 rap singles, ìHow I Could Just Kill A Manî, which was a b-side, and ìPhunky Feel One.î This was a tremendous feat, especially at that time. CYPRESS HILL, known for their pro-marijuana music, did not disappoint their record label or their fans, when in 1993 they dropped their second album, ìBlack Sundayî which was also produced by DJ MUGGS. This album which sold over 4 million copies as well, was followed by the 2 times platinum album ìTemple of Boomî in 1995, and the 3 times platinum album, ìSkull & Bonesî in 2000. There was also tons of popular singles like the unforgettable ìLatin Lingoî, ìHand on the Pumpî, the # 1 ìInsane in the Membrainî, ìWhen the Shit Goes Downî, ì I Ainít Goiní Out Like Thatî, ìIllusionsî, and the more recent ìRap/Rock Superstar.î Besides these remarkably successful albums and singles, all produced by the one and only DJ MUGGS, there were other albums like ìStoned Raidersî, ìTil Death Do Us Partî, and ìGreatest Hits from the Bongî, that also went gold or platinum. Obviously, DJ MUGGS, became one of the most sort after producers in the game, and in between an extensive touring schedule that kept him on the road for over a decade, he found the time to produce a few soundtrack hits and other groups. Perhaps one of the most recognizable songs and club/bar anthems of all-time, HOUSE OF PAINís ìJump Aroundî single was also produced by Muggs. This single, which is still in every DJís playlist, went on to sell over 2 million copies, along with the album that also had tons of music produced by Muggs. DJ MUGGS has produced and remixed music for FunkDoobiest, House of Pain, Krs-one, Ice Cube, Everlast, Eminem, MC Eiht, Roni Size, The Beastie Boys and more. He even produced ìThe Puppet Masterî with Dr. Dre in 1997. His music has been on movie soundtracks such as ìTraining Dayî in 2001, ìBlade 2î, ìFridayî in 1995, ìThe Cable Guyî in 1996, ìJuiceî, and the previous mentioned ìColorsî soundtrack in 1988. The Muggs produced Cypress Hills hit, ìInsane in the Membrainî was also featured on an episode of The SIMPSONS. With a track record almost unmatched by any producer of his time, one might ask what set Muggs apart and what helped form his sound that made him such a top notch producer.

While growing up, djaying, and through-out the years, Muggs was heavily influenced by many east coast groups like Boogie Down Production, Public Enemy, Ultramagnetic Mcees, and Tribe Called Quest. He listened to a lot of funk music and rock music as well. This was very apparent in his own musical productions and later on in his career he helped pioneer the ìrap/rockî movement and very popular ìmash-upî scene in which djays mix different genres of music with hip-hop. Muggs is known for his dusty sound, eerie beats, soul-driven beats, rock samples, and hard hitting drums and bass. His tracks are not over-produced like many of todayís producers and can be said to be minimal but with just the right amount of what is needed. This style was in direct contrast to many of the other popular west-coast producers who had a more laid back funk and melodic sound. This was also a large part of why Muggs has stood out from his west-coast counterparts. His willingness to go outside the box and sample classic rock records was brilliant. Muggs explains it like this; ìI could fuck with all kinds of music. I like to tap into that. I take a rock song and flip it into a hip-hop song or hip-hop song into a rock mix. I donít like doing the same shit thatís been done. I like trying to invent new styles of music, invent a whole new genre.î This rebel attitude was also quite apparent in his live shows, as proven on NBCís Saturday Night Live when Muggs lit up a ìjointî on live television and was ìbanned for lifeî from NBC. This only broadened his fan base and made CYPRESS HILL even bigger than life. Staying true to his belief in being different and conquering new ground, in 2002, after signing with new management and new lawyers, and becoming a ìdadî in 2001, Muggs began work on his ìDUSTî LP.

He dropped the ìDUSTî LP in 2003 which was very different from most of his past productions. Soon after Muggs began his ìMASH-UPî radio show, being live on
K-Roq FM in NY and LA on major radio and now being broadcast live on Sirius Satellite Radio around the planet. Muggs has been a huge influence on the ìmash-upîmovement and is well known for his collection of rock & rap mixes. His rock dj sets are truly incredible. As if that wasnít enough, he started his own record label in 2003, Angeles Records, and has been producing projects of his own label now. An instant classic amongst real hip-hop fans around the world, ìThe Grandmastersî album with Muggs & GZA from Wu-Tang was one of the first major projects he has created for his own label. Once again, Muggs came with the hard beats his loyal fans appreciate and also a video based on a human chess game which played off the concept of the album title. Recently Muggs has been collaborating with Sick Jacken, Self Scientifik, and GZA once again. Another thing Muggs is very well known for, is for being one of the main members of the Soul Assassins. Going back to the early 90ís, the Soul Assassins was a group of musicians and graphic artists consisting of Cypress Hill, Everlast, Fredwreck, GZA, Sick Jacken, Cynic, Alchemist, Cartoon and Estevan. Cartoon is a well known LA-based graffiti artist and tattoo artist that has done several tattoos for tons of famous people. The Soul Assassins have dropped two albums since forming in the early 90ís, both of which was mainly produced by DJ Muggs. These two albums featured music by Krs-one, Dr. Dre, Goodie Mob, Mobb Deep, GZA, RZA, Xzibit, YClef, Kool G Rap, Kurupt, Dilated Peoples and more. It is rumored that there will be another Soul Assassins album coming in 2008, dropping on Muggsí record label, Anegeles Records. And, of course, to add to their already tremendous legacy of hot albums and singles, Muggs is currently hard-at-work producing a new album for CYPRESS HILL that should be released in 2009.

Staying busy as always, Dj Muggs has nothing left to prove, and is now about to showcase his dj skills again by touring around the world and playing his eclectic, one-of-a-kind dj sets with a heavy rock & mash-up background. Muggs could play a dj set of only music he has produced and it would be over 2 hours of recognizable hit record after hit record! When Dj Muggs rolls into your town to spin, it is an event you do not want to miss by any means. Look out for the legendary producer & dj destroying turntables in a club or concert near you in 2008 and beyond.

Advance Tickets $25 are available at Element in Castlegar, Tribute Boardshop in Nelson and at the Telus kiosk in Chako Mika Mall through Peter Payne. Also available online at www.clubelement.ca/tickets.

A charter Bus from Nelson will be available for those looking for a transportation. 50 seats available for reservation. Contact florio@clubelement.ca or Peter Payne to save your seat. $40 includes ticket and return trip.

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Big Sound, World Class Lights and DJ Hibbs spinning the beats. Best in Hip Hop, Dance and Rock. If you missed them last year do not miss it again!!!

Come and see the place everyone has been talking about… the biggest and best party of 2012 is right here!

Open to all students Grades 9-12 of any school in the Kootenays! 8pm-11pm.

Tickets will be available on Sunday February 19th at the door at 8pm. $12 or ($10+ 2 Cans of Food for Food bank). Available in Advance at JJ’s Fashions!

Non-Alcoholic Drinks available. No outside Beverages are permitted.

Rules and Regulations:

1. Open to students of any school between the grades of 9-12. VALID Picture Student ID REQUIRED. Last Year’s ID is OK. No Exceptions.

2. No Ins & Outs

3. No Smoking (Anyone attempting to bring in or caught with cigarettes will have them confiscated and could be asked to leave)

4. No Alcohol (Anyone caught attempting to smuggle in alcohol will be asked to leave.)

5. Mandatory Coat Check. There is limited coat space. Please leave your coats in the car or at home. No one will be permitted to take their coat into the club.

6. Anyone caught disrespecting the establishment or any other person will be asked to leave.

One Night Only…

The Element invites you to bring out your whole family… even the kids! On Sunday February 19th, 2012 from 3-8pm, the Element is opening it’s doors to patrons of all ages to enjoy great food amongst family and friends. All ages allowed!

Groups of friends, families, teens… give us a call and make your reservations now! Call 250-365-8066. Sunday dinner will be fun at the Element! But it’s here for one night only. Reservations are required and we will be accepting reservations until 6:45pm only. Time slots available on a first come first serve basis.  Make reservations by clicking the link Reservations link above.

No alcohol service on the premise due to LCLB regulations.

See you here. Enjoy.

Teen Dance to follow from 8pm-11pm. Grades 9-12 only and all other rules apply.

Habitat for Humanity and Element Club Bar Grill

Proudly Present

ELVIS TRIBUTE
GINO MONOPOLI

One of Canada’s most respected Elvis and Penticton Elvis Festival Headliner will be here on February 10th, 2012 to rock n’ roll the night away. A full band with horns and backup will be on stage for an over 2 hours of performance.

The night and all ticket sales benefit the West Kootenay Habitat for Humanity. Come out and support a great cause and have a great time.

Live auction items and a raffle for a Trip to Vegas!

Dinner reservations accepted between 5pm-6:30pm. Space is limited so please reserve early.

For those who want to come for the auction, raffle and show, the doors open at 8pm.

Tickets are just $25 in advance and can be purchased at RHC Insurance in Nelson, Element and The Brick in Castlegar. AM Ford in Trail and Petro Canada in Fruitvale.

Thanks to the Media Sponsors. Mountain FM, The Bridge and EZ Rock.

This is bar none the best Superbowl Party in town! $10 entry gets you a free lunch of great Element eats, tons of schwag and door prizes to be given away by Mountain FM. Plus everyone will be entered in a draw to win a brand new genuine leather Recliner and 32″ Sony LCD TV courtesy of Sears Castlegar… A prize package valued at over $1400. Mountain FM will be here to give away the goods. Don’t miss it!!!

PLUS ++++++ We will have the US TV feed with all the best commercials.

Vitals:
Doors: 1pm (reservations recommended)
Pre-Game: 1pm
Free Lunch is available from 1pm-3pm. Don’t miss it! Special Superbowl menu also available.
Game-time: 3pm

Great drink specials. MGD Buckets of 5 Beers $20.99 and more…. Come on down and party with the Mountain FM crew.

Here is the final question… why go anywhere else to watch your favourite sport, when you could come here and watch it on your choice of our 4 x 100″ Projection screens, 7 x 42″ Plasmas and then feel the HUGE hits when the building starts to shake on our 17000 Watt JBL Pro Sound System?

Come and support local teams raising money for their cause! For more information, visit nfl.com.