A NIGHT IN RIO By MALANDRO N' MOTION

Malandro N'Motion brings you A Night In Rio! This is a send off party for our Brazil Trip where we will perform in front of thousands of people in Rio alongside some of the best Samba and Gafieira masters! Come see the debut of our performance and enjoy live performances and great DJs, playing the best in Samba, House, Salsa, Soul, Hip Hop........ Performances by: ****Malandro N Motion**** ******Lindsey Sereia*********** ******Performance and Samba Costume showing by A Royal Piece of Abraham ************ ************Luxor********** *******Live music with Halysson DaSilva, Marcus Alcantarilla, Fabio Santana D'Souza and the Drummers of 'Hit & Run' Kyle Traska and Ryan Knudson************* DJ's: ***Vikter Duplaix***** GRAMMY Nominated Singer/Producer/DJ/lifestyle event curator Vikter Duplaix is a musical alchemist weaving global culture, independent thought, fine arts and progressive music into a purely golden lifestyle. Vikter, a Philadelphia native, began his career early studying music and singing in touring choirs with legendary artists such as Teddy Pendergrass and Luciano Pavarotti and was mentored in the fine art of business by none other than Philadelphia International’s own Kenny Gamble. Vikter is a founding member of Philly’s Axis Music Group, a music production house shared with Grammy award winner James Poyser. As a producer, Vikter has worked with the likes of Erykah Badu, Earth, Wind and Fire, Jill Scott, Musiq Soulchild, Common, Eric Benet, Bilal, Jamiroquai, Me’Shell Ndegéocello, Jazzanova, King Britt, Louie Vega, Esthero and many others. Vikter’s introduction to the “worldwide” music scene as a recording artist came with his first full-length album “International Affairs” released in 2002. Subsequently, Vikter released his “Singles: Prelude to the Future” compilation album followed by his second full-length release “Bold and Beautiful” in 2006, which featured guest appearances and collaborative production work with the likes of Raphael Saadiq and many others. ‘Make A Baby’, the album’s definitive single, was nominated for a GRAMMY Award in 2008 for Best Urban/Alternative Performance. Duplaix will be releasing his third studio album, “LOVEmachine”, set for release in the Summer of 2013. His raw DJ skills were honed on the streets of Philadelphia along with turntable legends DJ’s Jazzy Jeff and Cash Money. His DJ jet sets have taken him all over the United States, Europe, Asia, South America and to the stage of 2012’s 64th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards as the first ever DJ to ever perform on-stage as a member of the house band. In addition to his talents as a singer/producer/DJ, Vikter is recently co-starred on the first two seasons of Viacom’s (VH1/BET) reality television DJ competition series, “Master of the Mix”. As an event curator, Vikter oversees three nation-wide event brands; “Kiss-n-Grind”, “Txturz” & “Suite Seduction”. These events that have become infamous for their atypical locations, beautiful art installations and raucous dance-floor environments. Over the years, Duplaix’s events have hosted such luminaries as Prince, Questlove of the Roots, DJ Kid Capri, Eric Benet, Biz Markie, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Idris Elba, Sanaa Lathan, Raphael Saadiq, Craig Robinson, Rashida Jones, Samantha Ronson, Garth Trinidad, DJ Rashida and many others. ***DJ G (Brazil)*** DJ and music producer G, has infused his Brazilian roots into everything he does. His latest album is a tribute to his love of music and culture from so many different perspectives. Mixing Brazilian roots with NYC’s house, makes his music different and authentic having it’s own essence and identity. Since 2012, DJ G owns his own label called Sambanismo, which launches his music and produces other artists as well. Sambanismo is an authentically Brazilian label, that brings a new flavor to the music industry. G has already performed his productions at the best clubs in the world including Cielo in NYC, Libation Party NYC, Are You Afro? in NYC, Hang Time in NYC, La Machine Du Moulin Rouge, Djoon Club in Paris, Balajo Club in Paris, Theatre Club in Marrakesh, Queens in Milan Italy, Mokai Sao Paulo Brazil, Vegas Club Sao Paulo Brazil, among others. Nowadays DJ G is spreading his music, passion and charisma to every Club and event that welcomes his brazilian flavor, technique and great taste. ***DJ Yukicito (La Junta)*** Yukicito is a multi-talented DJ, producer, and musician whose “fresco tracks” are known to keep bodies moving across LA’s global music scene. A native of Osaka, Japan, Yukicito crosses borders and genres with rich mixes that range from Classic Soul to Samba, from Cumbia to Bhangra, from Afro-Funk to Japanese Minyo, and all the luscious grooves that fall in between. His style is highly influenced by world travel, giving him access to the authentic sounds of native musicians while expanding his skills as a multi-instrumentalist. Each “Yukicito Remix” blends traditional sounds with a modern twist and draws inspiration from artists such as Buyepongo, Quetzal Guerrero, Ethio-Cali, and Mark de Clive Lowe. Also known for his skills as a dancer, Yukicito knows how to keep the crowd moving, and his remixes get people dancing weekly at some of LA’s hottest spots. Food by: ***Panelas Brasil*** http://www.panelasbrazil.com/ Night In Rio Date: March 4, 2016, Friday Time: 9pm-2am Location: Tropico De Nopal: 1665 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026 , http://www.tropicodenopal.com/ $10