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Born
in the capitol of El Salvador in 1969, Mauricio Aviles immigrated
with his parents to San Francisco, California in 1973. Growing up
in the Mission District, he was constantly surrounded by the latin
rhythms of the barrio. His father had a company that produced theatrical
and musical events that featured 'la cultura latina', and eventually
Mauricio became involved with his father's creative enterprise,
helping to produce several festivals and concerts in the Bay Area.
The people and the music of this period provided the foundation
for Mauricio's involvement in the City's burgeoning dance scene
that evolved throughout the 90's.
As a dj Mauricio's
first actual gigs began at the City's bastion of underground vibration,
the EndUp. As a protege of Arron Olivares, Mauricio began forming
his own sounds and creating a devoted following that are still with
him today. His next regular residencies were simultaneously Corazon,
a latin flavored weekly in the heart of the Mission District, and
Metrojazz a very popular and original weekend event that successfully
combined down tempo, abstract beats and house, a hybrid that would
eventually become to describe the 'San Francisco Sound'.
Acknowledging
the urban, afro origins of dance music, with a personal blend of
his own latino roots, and a constant endeavor to break new ground,
Mauricio's sound is hauntingly personal, emotional and consistently
fresh. Creating a niche within the deep house sound, his style,
though ethereal, is undeniably funky and always elicits a great
response on the dance floor.
Now with an
internationally successful compilation under his belt (Naked Music's
Nude Dimension II), Mauricio has begun his production career with
a debut single slated for release in Summer 2001. As an emissary
for Naked Music, Mauricio has also commenced a global tour, ensuring
that America's hottest new dance label is well represented.
Mauricio
is playing:
Saturday 1 October 2004 - Seven Nightclub Melbourne
Sunday 2 October 2004 - Tank Sydney
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