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10/13/08 05:41 - 72ºF - ID#46097

Another year goes by, and Tales of the U

Well here it comes.. I will be turning another year older.. 38 this year.. when i was 36 i said it was dirty six.. 37.. well it was suppose to be like heaven.. but well 38.. i got my b day gift from my employer a week early... I am currently unemployed and now applying for unemployment [gosh i kinda feel guilty.. I've only been been on unemployment once b4.. I've always had a job.. and im a hard worker.. heck I've almost alwyas had 2 jobs or did enough for 2's worth]

So anyway thanks in advance for any concerns condolences and what not.. my almost seven year relationship w/ my employer came to a close.. not how i wanted it but anyways its done.. and I need to find work... so i'm blogging to rant a little to 'network ' a little to seek advice and get in touch w/ peeps who i rarely see or blog to any more cos i was always so wrapped up in my job.


I have a ton of experience in the retail management cust svc. field.. like almost 20 yrs worth.. but i think i might branch out or try into insurance/ banking. sales cust svc. or even maybe try the state/ federal area.. I have been kinda looking the past 6 months..but not really cos i was wrapped up in my job.. well now after a week of being unemployed.. i am out to look for something more better and obvious a paycheck too.. hopefully something rewarding and not draining like y past job. I am all in when i commit to something, but there wasnt a balance in a long while.

So the search begins.. any tips network advice, wanna hire me, buy me a drink.. just be a friend, or rant also about the downturn of the
local, national and global economy.. etc.. sure whatever.. i'm game.


In other news.. I will unofficially officially be celebrating my Bday @ Mowhawk place for the Transmission night.. of New order vs. Depeche Mode music battle night on 10/18 fitting since 10/15 will be my b day.. come say hi buy my a drink.. listen to awesome tunes [ 2 of my fave classic alternative bands
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it starts @ 1030pm?. and goes till ? its minimal $
and i'll be there. along w/ other cool music and ppl.. hope to see ppl out.. and re'-nerwork w/ ppl i havent seen in awhile.. mayeb have a laugh or 2 and maybe make soem professional contacts too..

ok

thas all

if anyone wants the story and stuff i'm sure you'll ask.. maybe i'll tell ya


thanks in advance for being supportive cool ppl .. you all know who u are...


Curt-Soma
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06/20/08 01:31 - 66ºF - ID#44729

Come out Tonight! to Diablo and Mohawk !

Come out Tonight! to Diablo and Mohawk ! Please Support!

I hope to see some of you peeps out tonight at my gig @ DIABLO AND TECHNOIR @ Mohawk. I will be dropping a closing set. from round 2am-4am [note i think technoir finishes @ 3am so , one more hour of dancing for the techno hardcore ;-)] but i will be @ TECHNOIR in support of the 2 bands : Silent Auction and DIGITAL GEIST! b4 their dance party! and a cool theme @ technoir [postapocalyptic], where as UV fridays is futurtistic anyways so they both work..

Please support both these nights if you can as I do endorse and support both, I know it's tough and gas isn't cheap. but these nights and venues are within stones throw of one another... you'll be saving gas because there so close, just save those few extra bux [1drink= $5] for admission to both venues so that the bands and dj's can get some compensation for the nights @ both venues! they do it mostly out of the love of music and the scene, but they have bills records or music downloads and future gigs to plan/pay for too.



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[note if these don't post or link google search diablo and mowhawk place and im' sure you can get directions]



As an incentive i wanted to get a mix cd to hand out to ppl. who supported both nites, but as fate has it the Cd wont be ready in time for me to hand out 2night [darn work responsibilities! lol] so i will hand out my dj biz cards to those who ask and maybe have a digital download or something like that in the future or meet up at a future UV or TECHNOIR nite. [I will get those interested info in the future.] Please do support these nights as I firmly believe in those parties,[ promoters and organizers] and Dj's and artists who participate in both. etc, who try and keep what left we have of our fading music scene alive.






Thanks

Dance, Drink, Spin, Party on!

Namaste'
Curt - Dj Soma

below are the fliers and who i am and what i look like for those who donnt know.
thanks


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12/05/07 08:34 - 17ºF - ID#42410

beat holiday stress/w beats from DjSoma

2nite @ Diablo - Dj Soma - WEDS NITE
Body:     Kick the holiday darkness away.. rage against the dying of the light..
forget trying t o find a Wii for xmas...
break those corporate and holiday shackles..
substitute those spirits of holidays past,present,future... with spirits @ Diablo and the soul of the music that myself DJ SOMA and other dj's will provide that nite.


With the slow slumber and death knell of Club 135 and the lineup listed below.. this is the closest thing to a club 135 solstice that i know is happening


don't be a grinch

kick the holiday stress and blues

dance drink be merry w/ us 2nite


hope to see ya out

Soma

more info below

[ i am looking forward to spinning besides the calibur of local talent that spinning this nite.. I would go and see any one of them out spinning.. the conjunction of the talent @ Diablo 2nite truly blesses Diablo's decks and all are so passionate about the scene and are long time supporters and participants...

so give them your ears mind and feet if just for a few hours

you wont be dissapointed

ps i spin early.. like 11-12?

...more human than human...Soma


Weds. nite.. brave the darkness and weather... DJ SOMA
Body: CLUB DIABLO EARLY DECEMBER EVENTS..




WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 5TH
TECHNO NIGHT. NO COVER!
DJ'S: N3WT, BELIEVE, SOMA, DARAGO



I look forward to spinning alongside some sweet talent,, i will post more... please come out to support

danke'
Curt-Soma


2-FOR-1 WELL DRINKS FRIDAYS 4PM-11PM
ALSO WATCH WWW.CLUBDIABLO.COM
OR CALL 842-0666 FOR MORE INFO!
ALL EVENTS 18+ OVER WITH PROPER ID. UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE
BAR HOURS. WED-SAT 9PM/4PM HAPPY HR. FRI.
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11/22/07 02:52 - 30ºF - ID#42238

i give thanks...

    

I give thanks...
Category: Goals, Plans, Hopes

I give thanks...


I give thanks for those i have in my life and those who i have lost... all are not forgotten
i give thanks for the dreams i still have and the hardships... i face despite adversity
i give thanks for having experienced love.. maybe i'll truly experience it again... hopefully next time for keeps
i give thanks for all friends and family both past present and future for they are who that make me ...me
i give thanks for music ... truly what soothes my soul and constantly keeps a beat for me.. despite me marching to a different drum
i give thanks for all the positive and the negative too.. they have truly given me perspective of what i have.. what i had and what i want again and hope to have in the future
i give thanks for all the positive energy and resources i find to tap upon when all seems lost and distant.. sometimes i truly amaze myself
i give thanks for all the truth and upholding of what is right what is often the narrower path despite the world and all ppl trying to get ahead, many by many means neccessary
i give thanks for the good and the bad... i know my path although harder is righteous and true... and to see that i don't want to convert to that other side... and be one of 'them'

i give thanks...
hopefully someday i can be thanked for ... find like minded souls w/ my perspective..



yeah i know long time no post.. life has been quite interesting since last post...
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07/07/07 01:06 - 76ºF - ID#39990

Weekend fest. 7/7/07 Dj Soma sighting

Weekend events
Body:     ok there's a lot to do this weekend? who's doin what.. want company.. or want to join.. whateva you're doin have fun.. here's what's goin on and what i might be up too... if you're interested email me call me u know what to do..

most of this stuff is sat 7/7/07.. taste of buffalo is the whole weekend

OFF THE WALL 4 YR ANN - sat nite elmwood ave

good house music.. great venue.. always a good time.. i might consider this as a backup.. go if ya like cool people and cool music

..


Molson Canal Concert Series
5:30PM - 10:30PM
Gateway Harbor Park
Sweeney & Webster Sts.
North Tonawanda, NY 14120

at. July 7 Rockin' the Colonies Tour
The Psychedelic Furs > The FiXX> The Alarm

I AM DEFINTELY GOIN TO THIS.. GOOD CLASSIC ALTERNATIVE MUSIC

  • Special Show
The Molson Canal Concert Series is Western New York's largest free
waterfront concert series. Each concert is 100% free to attend for all ages!
2007's summer season sets you up with 8 concerts by some of the world's best
known recording artists. It's set in Gateway Park in historic North Tonawanda.
All Shows start ar 5:30PM and end at approximately 10:30PM.


TRANSMISSION PARTY @ MOWHAWK.. GOOD ALTERNATIVE music also.. this is a backup too for me

taste of Buffalo, both sat. sun.. i think i will hit it up sunday possibly.. too much to do today..

HEMF - this is a private electronic party on Grand Island 2night.. those of you in the know.. or want to go with get in touch asap.. this will be awesome

and that about sums it up..

i am off till monday.. and plan to pack some good times tunes and what not into the next few days.. hope to see soem friends.. and if not have a good weekend

have fun and be safe... cheers

namaste'
Curt-Soma


those X-file type Dj Soma sightings... aka HEMF
Body:     OK words out the men in black are trying to find evidence of a certain Dj Soma.. electronic paranormal dj/ artist and prove of the legendary myth behind him..


... there are rumors that a said DJ SOMA will be seen at the River fest dancing and singing along to classic alternative tunes of the fixx, psychedelic furs and the alarm...

rumor also has it he will be seen partaking int he HEMF festivities with legendary Psy-trance gurus DHARMA LAB and the Dharma -nation tribe dancing along with...

..and another distinct rumor has it that said Dj Soma will be bringing a crate of electronic paranormal evidence to mysteriously make the body move uncontrollably in a dance like fashion and sets a mental vibe tone to set the mind free.. this experience will transcend sometime late saturday nite into sunday... morn afternoon... ;-)

would you like to know more?

Contact Dj Soma

or better yet research the Dharma Lab @ www.DharmaLab.com [forums search]



the truth is out there...

Curt-Soma



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06/18/07 04:02 - 65ºF - ID#39711

truth serum

I have no idea what the hell happened.. I think there's truth serum in alchol somtimes...

wtf was i thinking in confession;
wtf was i thinking in lowering my cguard
again i played my cards and showed my hand
in the grand game of poker.. they kept straight faces and
bested my best hand

i got cleaned out

i was never very good at cards

i was never good at having a poker face

i never did hear those fabled stories and the absolute of truths

guess its like the song sez, gotta know when to hold em, know when to fold them, know when to walk away.. know when to run...

excellent game..
the funny thing is when u still enjoy the game even though you don't realize you've been bested..

best hand i always draw is one of a kind: me: Soma

whens the next shuffle..?
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Category: music

05/11/07 08:17 - 70ºF - ID#39244

KAMPAI!!! @ Off the Wall.. [Dj Soma]

Hello.. sorry for lurking so long.. been working and not much blogging and such but come out have a drink dance and have a good time.. this is a guaranteed good time....


Peace Love Beats
Curt-Soma






Team Harder Presents: KAMPAI!!! Saturday, May 12th, 2007 (Buffalo)
Current mood: giddy

KAMPAI!!! Saturday, May 12th, 2007

Click Here To View Event

Christian's birthday is coming, and we couldn't think of a better way to celebrate! Some of you know him as The Oracle, others know him as 1/2 of Dharma Lab, and a few of you still refer to him as Trout. But regardless of what you wanna call him, he's a fine lad who deserves some recognition on his birthday. SO LET'S GET THE BASTARD WASTED!!!

UV Deco provided by Team Harder
  • That includes me!

Off the Wall
534 Elmwood Ave. (at Utica)
Buffalo, NY
www.offthewallonline.com

Doors @ 10pm
$2 cover, 19+


For your dancing pleasure...

NEBULA **LIVE** (Afterglow Productions, Toronto)
"It's my birthday, too!!!"

Steve has been an "honorary Buffalonian" since 2003, and so he's chosen to spend his birthday partying here in the States with us. A veritable keyboard wizard, he's played all around Ontario and has been involved with multiple musical projects including Infindebula and Prime.Nebula. He was responsible for the Afterglow chillout tent at several WEMF's, as well as hugely successful stages at Teknival and the Om Festival. Armed with gadgets both modern and vintage, he will be delivering a live birthday set that's sure to be enjoyed by all. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, STEVE!!!




MALACHI (Buffalo)

One of Buffalo's best kept secrets, this brilliant individual (and part-time superhero) is ready to rock, and roll... all night long! His fiery style of psytrance and techno will keep the party lit 'til the bitter end. So lace up them dancin' shoes and get ready for mayhem! The doktah is in!!!




DJ SOMA (Buffalo)

The man, the legend, the sex machine! Buffalo's original trance pioneer & brother to the one they call Christian emerges from the shadows once again! With an unmatched breadth of musical experience & a captivating presence behind the decks, Soma will set the tone for the night with his signature blend of progressive beats. Tune in, turn on, press play....




DHARMA LAB (Buffalo) - Happy Birthday Christian!!!

Our home-grown psychedelic warriors are back again! Mass hysteria awaits! Will Christian be able to withstand the merciless barrage of alcohol, or will he succumb and pass out on the decks like the rockstar he is?! Only one way to find out. KAMPAI!!!!!!!!!!!!





TIME SLUTS

10:30-12 SOMA
12-1:30 DHARMA LAB
1:30-2:30 NEBULA
2:30-close MALACHI



Please come and support say hi drink,dance, sing be merry... with all of us!!!

Danke Schorne alle mein freundin

Curt-Soma
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Category: house muzik

01/07/07 12:23 - 40ºF - ID#37565

HOUSE!.... MUZIK!!!!

I am off to OTW [off the wall ] on elmwood...right now... there will be awesome house music tonight... so those who dug what i spun@ the NYE party should go... hell drink dance.. say hi..


So much has happened since i last blogged both mentally and otherwise.. its beena whirlwind.... work life home girls ... no girls... dj'in and all that other jazz.....


shit dammit i am out dance dance dance.. OTW.. go go go come and hangout.. no work for Soma 2morrow so Soma's goin out to play...


Curt-Soma
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12/15/06 08:21 - 47ºF - ID#34345

Dance like no one is watching, Love ....

Well there has been soo much goin on @ work and stuff that I havent had much time to blog though a lot has gone thru my mind this past week and such

1st I truly have enjoyed meeting so many ppl from estrip @ the party.. Tony b-day party.. I realized that i do know sooo many ppl in buffalo and there are only 2 degrees of separation... thas why i never burn any bridges [or at least try not to..] i'm glad i got to meet a lot of you and speak w/ most of u, [tony,paul, timika, carey, yvonne, bill, an more... i did see alex, but i unfortunately didn't get to speak w/ her, and sawa few more.. etc.. well i'll go into it later.. but anyway cool ppl all round

2nd its busy @ work but i see more calm for some reason, must be that i have more things that i'd like or rather be doin than work but the hope and thoughts about doin them has rested my soul a bit than being just work work work

3rd i know more about me who i am what i want where im goin.. just trying to get there is a lifelong process.. but i am enjoying the jorney, sittting slightly back a bit in the chair, of the driver seat, gives a little more perspective.... than the in your face now , approach to life...

4th i am being more patient about meeting ppl. who, some i'd like to be friends with, other i'd like to be friends and more.... the delicate balance of such things... its just yes im cool w/ being friends, and i'd be cool with being more... sometimes being human and feeling invisible aren't the best feelings... esp when you don't want to
ruin either a budding friendship or build a potential relationship...

5th well i need to go out more and well i am dammit... i will be @ OPM tonight for the Quivver [john Graham] and Charles Feelgood show.. it will be an awesome time.. I will be @ the bar.. relaxing and getting my groove on.. who's with me see ya there.. say hi if i don't see ya or recognize ya.. and the science of Soma dancing will be in full effect...

there fore my title in a snapshot


'Dance like no one is watching, love like you've never been hurt.. live like today is your last day...'

simple words... applying them to your life and 'today' is the challenge...


gotta fly off to work see ya later @ OPM club e peeps

Curt-Soma

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12/07/06 03:05 - 22ºF - ID#34344

Dancing, Dj'ing, Music... Party?

Holy Flying 12" 's Batman... there are some wicked Dj's coming to town and the area and i just don't know what to do or which one to see... Who's with me on either of these?

Ok next friday12/15 in Toronto is the legendary Jimmy Van M of balance/ bedrock.. if you know who Sasha / and John Digweed are you know progressive house.. shit its on a friday nite and i don't know how much tix are but i really wanna go.. i saw Jimmy Van M in Boston @ Avalon in 2001 opening up for Sasha / Digweed and it was awesome .. one of the best Dj gig things I've gone to in ahwile. i havent written my work schedule for next week but i'd go but coudlnt stay up in To fer the night though I'd want to..

or on the local tip @ OPM next friday in buffalo also good dj's music:
Charles feelgood spinning house.. and who I really wanna see is Quivver aka John Graham.. again more really good progressive house and trance and plain round good music.

i really wanna see both both Jimmy Van M and Quivver... so who want s to go with me.. i'd drive.. either locally or up to TO.. and there will be tons of dancin, drinkin and fun so either would be real fun

both artists are added friends on my myspace profile so if u wana ck out there music search my profile.. and also google jimmy van m in to for details or hit up buffalo bassline or Opm site for more info

lemme know right away.. i have to write my schedule by friday nite sat/ morn.

Oh and whats this secret santa and (e:strip) party that ppl are talkin bout.. i might have missed an earlier post.. so i dunno do tell do tell...

is there a party and soma isn't invited?... well
anyway have a good day folks


PS how does one post pix, and music files here.. sorry im a noob

cheers m8's and lassies

Curt-Soma




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