Miami, FLA. (Top40 Charts/ WMC) - NextAid is back in Miami to build the movement for its 5th consecutive year during the Winter
Music Conference, March 20-26, 2007. Check out our very own NextAid party called "Beats Build Hope" at the Marlin Bar on Wednesday March 21, our down-tempo networking session called "Conscious Party" at The Standard Hotel/ MIAMBIENT on Friday March 23, and a growing roster of exciting NextAid events and supporters. View our Miami 2007 Poster. Complete event and artist details available on our Miami 2007 Page.
It's difficult to believe that it's been five years since NextAid came to Miami with little more than an idea and the faith that the dance community could come together and make a difference to the millions of children orphaned by AIDS in Africa. Although the epidemic persists, 'So do we!' proclaims NextAid.
With an increased focus, demonstrable signs of progress and a renewed sense of urgency, NextAid, with the support of DJs and industry leaders, is currently building a sustainable center, literally a village of hope, in Dennilton, South Africa to support children and their communities affected by the AIDS pandemic. The project broke ground in the summer of 2005 with a team headed by Joseph Kennedy, a world-renowned eco-architect. To date, NextAid has completed seven buildings, trained local builders in eco-friendly construction techniques and helped get funding for small business development. Children and adult volunteers are already utilizing the community center site on a daily basis.
NextAid has garnered impressive support over the years (see list below). This year, The MobileMasterList (MML) is one like-minded partner NextAid is pleased to be working with. As music lovers and artists, the folks behind MML saw the need for a definitive, easily portable, environmentally friendly guide to WMC and a great opportunity to help promoters take it to the next level. MML is highlighting NextAid-related events and general awareness through its website and messaging. For more information please visit www.mobilemasterlist.com.
NextAid's achievements so far are quite remarkable, but literally it is just the beginning. To celebrate not just the past five but also the next five years of community involvement, NextAid invites you to all of these special events in Miami commemorating NextAid's response to the global crisis.
The NextAid Guide to WMC 2007:
The following NextAid-related events can all be found at: www.nextaid.org/miami2007.htm. Please check back for updates, the list of affiliated events is still growing.
Wednesday, March 21:
The Marlin Bar - 1200 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
12/noon – 7:00pm
'Beats Build Hope'
The event is NextAid's fifth anniversary party. The event will feature Nazanin (live at 12:00pm sharp, performing her UK dance chart hit "I Dance 4 U" and her upcoming Jason Nevins' remixed track "Forever"), J-Boogie (Om Records), Jeremy Sole's MUSAICS (Afro Funké/Bembe - LA), Rob Slac (chillin music, onethirty), Jojoflores (Gotsoul, Therapy, Montreal), Roy Davis Jr. (Ubiquity Records, Large Records, Nice & Smooth Records), Liquid Todd (Sirius Satellite Radio), Dustin Cook (DubSpot, NYC). The event is sponsored by NextAid, Bodog Music and Dubspot (www.dubspot.com), a new DJ school in NYC, with support from the MobileMasterList, The Groove Cruise/Whet Travel, Chillin Music, flavorpill, Earthdance, Global Alliance, and Green Galactic. There is no cover for this event, but donations are requested and appreciated.
Wednesday, March 21:
Dek23 - 655 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
9:00pm – 5:00am
'Gotsoul + Therapy'
Hosted by Swank, Bic and Zumbi in two rooms. Gotsoul + Therapy Main Room hosted by Swank + Bic feat. Osunlade, Jojoflores, Mike Fresco, Trackheadz, and Thenextgeneration; Soul Revival Patio hosted by Zumbi feat. Danny Krivit, DJ Spinna, Adam Gibbons, KC Hallet, and FLX. Please support NextAid by making a donation! $25 presale. WMC pass holders free before 11:00pm.
Thursday, March 22:
The Beach Plaza Hotel - Miami Beach, FL 33139
12/noon - 11:00pm
'Music For Your Working Class Azz'
Blue Collar/BasicNYC Party in association with Dirtybird. NextAid will be present with materials and merchandise. The party is on the rooftop and in the garden, the line-up is massive. Go to www.basicnyc.com for the line-up. You must RSVP for entry, email [email protected].
Thursday, March 22:
Club Deep - 621 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, Fl 33139
10:00pm – 4:00am
'The Sole Channel/WonderWax Throwdown'
With Alix Alvarez, William "reelsoul" Rodriguez, Mr. V, DJ Spinna, with live performances by Miss Patty and Malena Perez. Get your NextAid & Sole Channel goody bag ($10 donation) with limited edition t-shirt and original music at Club Deep. $10 cover all night long.
Thursday, March 22:
Budios Gallery - 74 NE 17th St, Miami, FL 33132
11:30pm – 10:00am
'SLIDE into Miami'
Presented by Dax with renowned San Francisco artist, Sam Flores, who will auction off an original painting for NextAid. The painting is open for bidding on Ebay starting March 12th. The party features Honey Dijon, Hipp-e, Phil Weeks, Justin Long, Lance deSardi, Q-Burns Abstract Message, Nikola Baytala, Christian Martin Miami, Sharon Buck and Paul Thomas. Live video mixing by Dax & Borister. Go to www.mobilemasterlist.com for information and tickets.
Friday, March 23:
The Standard Hotel (formerly Lido Spa Hotel) - 40 Island Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
2:00 – 6:00pm
NextAid Mixer At Earthdance's 'Maimbient'
NextAid hosts a downtempo networking session with DubSpot at the Miambient Ambient and Visionary Conference, presented by The Standard Hotel and Earthdance. Featuring J-Boogie (Om Records), Sake One (PST, SF), Cool Rob G (Om Records), DJ G O V (DubSpot, NYC). This event is free. Less a party than a unique networking opportunity in a relaxed environment, we hope to spend the afternoon exploring options for social activism within the community. If you've been a friend to NextAid, come by and see exactly what kind of an impact your contributions have made. And if you're someone who's still trying to figure out how to make a difference, come hang out and meet and greet.
Saturday, March 24:
Bicentennial Park - 1075 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132
12/noon – 12/midnight
'Ultra Music Fest'
On Saturday, NextAid will host a booth in the Eco-Village section of the Ultra Music Festival. www.utramusicfestival.com
Sunday, March 25:
Miami Beach Resort and Spa - 4833 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
Miramar North – Ready Room: Madrid
12:30pm
'Music Politics & Social Awareness' panel
NextAid's director, Lauren Segal, will appear on this panel that explores how the entertainment industry approaches positive social, political, and philanthropic issues by participating in practices and strategies that inspires others into action. Moderated by Vance Parella from Global Alliance Distribution, fellow panelists include, Kurtis Blow, Chris Deckker (Earthdance), Princess Jennifer Olanrewaju Lee and others. Global Alliance hosts this event as a tribute to Sierra Leone. Open to WMC pass holders only.
Sunday, March 25:
Nikki Beach Club - 1 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
9:00pm - 5:00am
'Mixology's 7th Annual Party'
NextAid is the charity beneficiary at the official Mixology/WMC closing party. The all-star line-up includes a Perfecto guest DJ, Seb Fontaine, Mark Lewis, Dave Ralph, DJ Rap, Oliver Moldan, and DJ Romero. As always, this event takes place at the famous Nikki Beach Club. Admission is $50, free for WMC badge holders before 10:00pm. Tickets available on wantickets.com.
Raffle: Cruise for Two
NextAid and partner Groove Cruise/Whet Travel will be running a raffle for a 'cruise for two' throughout the week. Proceeds from the raffle benefit NextAid. Look out for the Groove Cruise Girls on the beach and in the clubs, to get your ticket. Winner will be drawn on Sunday at the Mixology Party. www.whettravel.com
