SUB:CULTURE

07/12/2023

The SUB:CULTURE squad are back throwing bass raves!
Following up from Bush + Bass with...
SOUND + LIGHT: A Mount Bass Odyssey
Kicking off December 22, 9PM
Tickets at totarast.co.nz

DOVBLEVISION began their brew when Jimmy Fresh encountered Kauri in an afterparty hot tub, only months after his legendary bass set that rattled The Portal of Splore ’21. Kauri asked for DJ lessons, Jimmy obliged! Cue lockdown, a cute romance story and a shared desire in crafting next-level experiences for the local scene, DOVBLEVISION initially dished an eclectic trap, dubstep and DnB heavy flavour, inspired by their love of bass music.

DOVBLEVISION were surprised when the Universe snowballed them through a series of gigs requesting their slay-the-floor energy, in the genre of house. They gladly took on the challenge, but little did they know that by entering the realms of tech house, their fate would be sealed.

2 years later and they have tasted the tech house, smelled the tech house, felt the tech house. They have become one with the tech house, all while staying true to their love of filthy drops and big throw-down energy.

Having refined their fateful flavour on the stages of Riverbeats, Spring Festival, Resolution and NZ Spirit, the hype for DOVBLEVISION continues to grow as Jimmy and Kauri dish a unique, driving energy to every sound system that crosses their path. DOVBLEVISION delivers the Chef’s Kiss, TECH HOUSE style.

Penetrating basslines, grooved rhythms, a delicate dash of pew-pews, funk and nostalgic bangers, accompanied with a buffet of riveting peak-time drops that will have you cutting shapes from starter to end course.

30/11/2023

GROOVE MANTIS hails from the vibrant shores of the Bay of Plenty, and is a connoisseur of entrancing dance rhythms, crafting an irresistible and uplifting ambiance that enthrals crowds.

Possessing a natural talent for seamlessly merging diverse beats, Groove Mantis guides his listeners on a captivating sonic expedition.

The musical tapestry woven by Groove Mantis reflects a boundless Mosaic of influences, encompassing multiple genres from Soul, Jazz, Hip Hop, Drum 'n' Bass, House and 140 Bass. These diverse elements are all united by an irresistible gravitational pull toward the world of funk.

Kicking off December 22 at 9pm.
Tickets at totarast.co.nz

23/11/2023

We're pumped to be bringing ASHEZ back to the mount this summer.

If you haven’t caught ASHEZ at a show yet, you’re in for a hell of a treat! Check Ashez on Spotify or youtube, our man know’s how to flip the script on bass music and we’re damn lucky to have him amidst a massive international touring schedule.

Kicking off December 22 at 9pm.
Tickets at totarast.co.nz

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ABOUT ASHEZ

ASHEZ is the pseudonym of Max Ashworth: a bass music producer hailing from Auckland, New Zealand. He has made quite a name for himself in the bass music scene worldwide with his music being picked up by DJs and listeners alike and amassing millions of streams. ASHEZ has performed both nationally & internationally and has toured New Zealand multiple times, playing sold out club shows and festivals in both the North & South Island and Australia.

2023 has been a big year! With multiple US, Canadian, and Australian tours. ASHEZ has seen releases on major record labels such as Wakaan, Warner Music, Below the Surface, Wormhole Music Group, Tribal Trap and more.

ASHEZ sound can be described as an eclectic fusion of the new, the old, and the unexpected. ASHEZ has his music played out by some of the leading artists in bass music including CloZee, LSDream, Opiuo, Liquid Stranger & Barclay Crenshaw. He is known for high-energy performances, a culturally creative style, and a boldly experimental approach to bass music.

27/10/2021

01/12/2020

Such good times with great humans. Can't wait to do it again.

We celebrated by this river with chunky bass music and epic vibes. People moved their bodies and were kind to each other. I like to think that the river picked up those expressive and appreciative vibes and carried that data down to report back to the ocean the experience that nature had of itself this weekend

29/11/2020

Women’s and men’s SUB:CULTURE branded merch is available. Contact the page and we’ll sort you out a sick new shirt. Each shirt also comes with a free sticker.
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Shirts are $35 each for a limited time.
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Model 1: the lovely and talented Georgia Fielding
Model 2: James Stanbridge AKA Jimmy Fresh

28/11/2020

Sun is shining. Weather is sweet.
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Bass on.

27/11/2020

Demand for extra tickets has been hot.

We’ve had a chat and can stretch a couple more tickets. Once these are gone that’s it, we’ll be hard against our number allocation for the venue.

Head to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/subculture-003-bush-bass-bush-doof-tickets-129184663807

Once these are gone that’s it. Sales open for the next couple of hours, and then will close so we can prepare the gate list.

Get in ASAP.

26/11/2020

PSA – Toilet Stuff 🚽 🚻
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Ok team, we gotta talk toilets. We’re super lucky to have toilets right there, we’re also super lucky to have composting toilets ❤️ good for you, good for the farm, good for Nature.
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It’s important that you use these correctly! Men, there’s urinals round the side for wees! If you use the inside toilet, do your business, and then grab a handful of sawdust and sprinkle it over your waste, then close the lid.
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Keeping the lid closed and using sawdust like this helps keep the smells in check, and also ensures that everything composts properly.
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Our event is going to be a heavy load on these dunnies so please do your best to follow the instructions. The instructions should also be printed inside the loo. Familiarise yourself with the process in the day so when it’s nighttime you don’t screw it up :)
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To get to the toilets, go through the marquee, behind the stage area to the left and up the hill – you’ll see them. I’ve included a handy map in the post for wayfinding.
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This has been a Public Service Announcement

25/11/2020

The SUB:CULTURE Bush + Bass event series are held at the pristine and immaculate Riverside Farm.
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The site is no joke. Nestled on the banks of a reflective and calm river, on the edge of a quaint farm in the hillsides of Whakamarama.
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This space is special to us and to our hosts. They’ve graciously allowed us to be in this space and we treasure the working relationship we maintain with them.
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They scratch our back, we scratch theirs. In return, everyone gets a dope party. A community is built: around respect, heavy AF bass, common values and shared experiences.
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See you there. Bush + Bass 2, November 28, 2020. Ticket link in bio and Facebook event page. Join us.

25/11/2020

The line up is stellar. The line up is JAMMED.
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Our pack of DJs are hungry to deliver to you more bass than you can handle.
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For 12+ hours, non-stop.
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Bush + Bass 2 Set List (November 28, 2020)
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4pm – 530pm: Ghost Note
530pm – 7pm: Bass Chakra
7pm – 8pm: Groove Mantis
8pm – 9pm: Mystic Roots
9pm – 10pm: Jimmy Fresh
10pm – 11pm: Staylo
11pm – 12am: Groove Mantis
12am – 1am: Mufasa
1am – 2am: Ghost Note
2am – 3am: Matt Rapid
3am – 4am: Kali
4am – ??: B2B2B
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25/11/2020

🔥🚨 We have a winner!! 🚨🔥

Thanks everyone for participating in our contest :)

The winner is:
Santana Warner!

Get in touch with the page and we'll sort you out a ticket.

ALERT ⚠️ DOUBLE PASS GIVEAWAY TIME ⚠️

Tag a Mate or a Date!

Who're you keen to bring to Sub:Culture #003 – Bush + Bass (Bush Doof)?

We believe in keeping it simple. Nothing complicated here. Tag who you'll bring to Bush + Bass 2 and you're in to win.

We're drawing it in 48 hours on Wednesday night around 930pm. BOOM.
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Tags only count if they're on this post, and each persons name will only be counted once as an entry. Tag as many times as you like though, we don't mind 😄

24/11/2020

Guest Mix #002: (https://www.mixcloud.com/subculturenz/guest-mix-002-kali/)
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She calls this one BASS > BOYS. Get hyped for Bush + Bass 2 – the day is almost upon us.... November 28, 2020!
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The SUB:CULTURE Collective seeks to create safe spaces for humans to connect with themselves and others through the divine experience of low frequency sound.
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The SUB:CULTURE Guest Mix segment aims to provide a platform to share great music, raise the profile of bass music and support those who play it.
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Follow Us
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sub.culture.nz
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sub.culture.nz
Mixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/subculturenz

24/11/2020

Unlock your depths with the most sensual beats and the lushest, lowest frequencies of the one and only Bass Chakra.
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November 28 – Bush + Bass 2. Tickets link on Instagram bio & Facebook event page.
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23/11/2020

ALERT ⚠️ DOUBLE PASS GIVEAWAY TIME ⚠️

Tag a Mate or a Date!

Who're you keen to bring to Sub:Culture #003 – Bush + Bass (Bush Doof)?

We believe in keeping it simple. Nothing complicated here. Tag who you'll bring to Bush + Bass 2 and you're in to win.

We're drawing it in 48 hours on Wednesday night around 930pm. BOOM.
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Tags only count if they're on this post, and each persons name will only be counted once as an entry. Tag as many times as you like though, we don't mind 😄

23/11/2020

Deep, dark, dangerous dubstep cuts.
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SUB:CULTURE Special Guest: Staylo
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November 28 – Bush + Bass 2. Tickets link on Instagram bio & Facebook event page.
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Staylo SPLTMLK RADIO

23/11/2020

Connect with Nature, feel the Earth rumble.
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SUB:CULTURE Special Guest: Mystic Roots.
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November 28 – Bush + Bass 2. Tickets link on Instagram bio & Facebook event page.

22/11/2020

Guest Mix #001: Brought to you by the freshmaker himself, Jimmy Fresh.
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The SUB:CULTURE Collective seeks to create safe spaces for humans to connect with themselves and others through the divine experience of low frequency sound.
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The SUB:CULTURE Guest Mix segment aims to provide a platform to share great music, raise the profile of bass culture and support those artists who play it.
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Listen Link: https://www.mixcloud.com/subculturenz/guest-mix-001-jimmy-fresh/

22/11/2020

One hundred and seventy five. IYKYK.
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SUB:CULTURE Special Guest Matt Rapid is guaranteed to play the filthiest bangers.
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November 28 – Bush + Bass 2. Tickets link on Instagram bio & Facebook event page.

21/11/2020

The groove man Groove Mantis has the groove, man.
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November 28 – Bush + Bass 2. Tickets link on Instagram bio & Facebook event page.

21/11/2020

Come get jiggy with Jimmy Fresh, the freshmaker.
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November 28 – Bush + Bass 2. Tickets link on Instagram bio & Facebook event page.

20/11/2020

You know what they say about Ghost Note? They say he got that LOW.
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November 28 – Bush + Bass 2. Tickets link on Instagram bio & Facebook event page.

20/11/2020

We got DJ kingpin Mufasa hitting the decks. Can you hear it?! ... silly question ... you can’t not hear it.
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November 28 – Bush + Bass 2. Tickets link on Instagram bio & Facebook event page.
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20/11/2020

SUB:CULTURE Special Guest: Kali
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Up and coming talent Kali from Rotorua will be slinging her signature heavy beats at this doof – catch her on November 28.
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Ticketing link in Instagram bio and on the Facebook event page.

19/11/2020

The people are the wind in SUB:CULTURE’s sails.
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Our supporters, our volunteers, and most of all, our dancers.
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Our whole piece is centred around creating safe spaces to lose yourself within the ecstatic experience of low-frequency sound. A forum for the authentic expression of our bodies through movement, together.
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Come and join together in the sound, with our collective of beautiful humans, hungry for dance.
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The next mission: Bush + Bass 2 (bush doof) – November 28, 4pm – very late, Whakamarama (20 minutes North of Tauranga)

18/11/2020

Jacob has been on the hustle today, clearing gorse, mowing and grading an enormous camping area for the Bush + Bass 2 gig next Saturday (28th November).
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We’re gonna be camping in style. And... look how flat it is ;)
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Ticket link in bio & on the Facebook event page :)

18/11/2020

SUB:CULTURE’s beating heart is collaboration.
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Our core team is here to make the dream work. We’ve banded together out of a desire to nurture the scene we love. Our mission is to see bass music and it’s culture thrive in the Bay of Plenty.
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The team consists of (from left) Chay “Groove Mantis” McLaren, Jacob “Ghost Note” Fielding, James “Jimmy Fresh” Stanbridge and Leo “Mufasa (NZ)” Murray.
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We’ve got the muscle and the chops to move and shake.
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See you in the bass!
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Our next mission: Bush + Bass 2 (bush doof) – November 28, 4pm – very late, Whakamarama (20 minutes North of Tauranga)

17/11/2020

Bush + Bass 2 is coming in hot on the 28th of November
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Our festival site is located right on the edge of a beautiful and crystal clear river. You can see it from the stage!
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We’ll be pumping the tunes from mid afternoon all the way into the night.
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Imagine yourself! Doing bombs in the river to jamming tunes during the heat of the afternoon and as the sun goes down. Then you’ll dry off and we’re going to party like no tomorrow into the night.
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If you’re still with us at sunrise you can jump back in the cool morning water to freshen up again. 😂