INICIO Presents: The Flying Almaria Brothers with Special Opening Set by Mark Lewis and Troy Dillard!
Being household names as well as iconic representatives of the electronic music scene for so many years, it’s next to impossible that you are not familiar with this dynamic duo. Separately they are amazing and together they are a force to be reckoned with. Having been in the works for quite some time now, INICIO is proud bring to the Lou The Flying Almaria Brothers.
As an added bonus, also a long time in the making is a special opening set by INICIO’s very own Troy Dillard and Mark Lewis so get there early.
This is one show you don’t want to miss.
Pre Sale Tickets Available Now!
MARK ALMARIA
Bunchlox | Carizma | IHR | Asian Bodybuilding Club
At some point during any conversation about top DJs of the Midwest electronic music scene you are guaranteed to hear the name Mark Almaria. This showstopper is a Midwest mainstay for a reason. His precise, action-packed mixing style is often imitated, never duplicated. Combining feel-good house vibes with a no-nonsense approach to DJing, Mark has proven his skills time and again, cementing his place among Chicago’s DJ elite. Mark has made hundreds of DJ performances and countless mixtape / CD appearances in boom boxes and car stereos since the mid 90’s. A prominent figure in the golden years of the Midwest rave scene, Mark is no stranger to the Chicago club scene either. He has performed at most of the Windy City’s legendary venues including Smartbar, Crobar, Karma, Spy Bar, Metro, Red Dog, Rednofive, Shelter, and Vision as well as holding down residencies at Convent, Dock 5, and Paladrome. In addition to playing across the US, Mark has also had international gigs in Japan, Hong Kong, China, Bolivia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. After spending many years perfecting his mixing technique, Mark ventured into the world of music production. Mark’s “Abstract Beatdown EP” on IHR caught the attention (and record box space) of many DJ heavyweights including Bad Boy Bill, Charles Feelgood, Donald Glaude, and DJ Dan. One track from the EP, “The Alarm” was licensed for the “KS02” mix compilation by Detroit techno legend Kevin Saunderson. His last release on Bunchlox, “Uh Huh” received big-name support from DJs such as DJ Heather, J-Dub, Mark Farina, Miles Maeda, and Yousef.
KARL ALMARIA
Bunchlox | Brunchlox | Nü | Spork | What Is Karl Playing Now
From identifying a Bob James song in an elevator, performing an air guitar riff to a Led Zeppelin song, singing along with the latest Auto Zone TV commercial, to dropping the latest Underground House cut, Karl Almaria is all about enjoying music. Karl loves a wide range of music, but living in Chicago almost all of his life has given him the opportunity to witness the evolution of House Music over the years from its local early stages to the worldwide sound it is now. Today, Karl Almaria can be found not only enjoying House Music, but living it as well.
Whether it’s spinning alone, at a bar for 15 people, or at an event for 1500 people, Karl is simply a DJ at heart that enjoys it all. “Yeah, there’s nothing like creating a vibe and connecting with a receptive crowd…but there’s also something special about connecting with the music alone.” Early on, Karl was content listening to mix tapes, collecting records, and spinning at home. However, it wasn’t long before others took notice. With plenty of encouragement from friends, he began playing out on a regular basis. 15+ years DJ experience, a creative mixing style, and on-point track selection have now taken him to DJ gigs in 19 USA states and as far away as the Philippines. He maintains an ever-growing booking schedule which has included several residencies in his hometown of Chicago and beyond. On occasion, he performs as a duo with his brother Mark Almaria as The Flying Almaria Brothers. Karl may be still under the radar for some, but he has amassed a decent-sized worldwide base of appreciative fans.
Currently on the web, Karl hosts “What Is Karl Playing Now” every Thursday [10PM-12AM Central Time on www.myhouseyourhouse.net]. In the past, Karl has hosted “Bunchlox Radio” and “Sunday Brunchlox”, each for 5+ years. The Brunchlox monthly broadcast featured live in-house sets from some of the world’s best Underground House DJs. Guests have included DJ Sneak, Superjane (Colette, DJ Heather, Lady D, Dayhota), Iz & Diz, Miles Maeda, Gene Farris, John Mateo (Mateo & Matos), Lance DeSardi, Lars Behrenroth, Tommy Largo, Jason Hodges, Chuck Daniels, Corduroy Mavericks, Scrubfish, Doc Link, D-t3ch, Mikey V, Frankie J, DJ Jes, Uriah West, Alinka, Justin Long, Julius The Mad Thinker, South Of Roosevelt, and many more.
http://www.bunchlox.com/
https://soundcloud.com/karlalmaria
http://www.mixcloud.com/KarlAlmaria
https://www.facebook.com/karlalmaria
https://twitter.com/KarlAlmaria
TROY DILLARD
INICIO// YOLO
https://soundcloud.com/troydzilla
https://www.iniciocouture.com/djs/troy-dillard/
MARK LEWIS
INICIO// NIGHTCHASER
$7 Cover until 11pm // $10 After // 21+
Upstairs Lounge
3131 South Grand
