Mr. Sonny James

DJ Statik aka Mr. Sonny James is co-founder of Philadelphia’s most prolific and well-respected DJ/Production crew, Illvibe Collective. He is the official tour DJ for legendary MC Bahamadia and other Philly-based artists, including Hezekiah and Mr. Lif. Famously noted as “your DJ’s favorite DJ,” Statik’s sets have hit popular New York venues like Santos Party House, SOBs and APT. He is an annual staple at the SXSW Music Festival in Austin and at Miami’s Winter Music Conference. Additionally, Statik’s full and diverse roster currently includes a DJ residency for Heineken Green Room events with two.one.five magazine; completing a 10th anniversary Illvibe Collective retrospective album; and doing events around the world for the infamous Scratch DJ Academy, co-founded by the late DJ Jam Master Jay. - bio by Onyx Finney

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February 07, 02:49 PM

One love to Flying Kite Media for interviewing me and DJ Phsh for their article about DJ life in Philadelphia.

You can peep the article RIGHT HERE.

January 16, 02:04 PM

The long awaited Johnny Popcorn LP by Hezekiah is coming later this year.

Here is the first official single. Also, our new mixtape is on the way in a few weeks. Stay tuned. But for now, Say Hello to the Bad Guy.


Free Download

January 13, 06:27 PM

New Tigallo, new Tigallo, new Tigallo…

 

January 13, 10:30 AM

Sup famalam? I hope you’re new year is going well and you’re goals are being mapped out and put in motion. Shout out to all the folks we partied with over at Ruba Club for BODYROCK. The party was a blast and ended up being the highlight of my New Year’s Eve Weekend. Photo Gallery Here. Big shout to everyone who celebrated with us at the private party at Walnut Room on NYE. Good times.

Tonight, you can me alongside the homie, DJ Romes (Skratch Makaniks) in Old City at 32 Degrees. It’s a special Friday the 13th Edition. We’ll plan to massacre the turntables. haha Anyway, details below.

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February 08, 04:24 PM

A couple weeks ago, DJ Phsh started a brand new monthly party called the Phsh Tank in Philly to a sold out room at Fluid. The event combines the freshest new music, classic flavors, and art from a different featured artist every month. An inspiring combination of audio and visual stimulation had everyone in the spot feeling good. Here is the official mixtape to accompany the event promo. Something fresh for your ears.


February 07, 03:13 PM

Respect to Flying Kite Media for interviewing our brothers Statik & DJ Phsh for their recent article about how to make it in Philly's crowded DJ community. Read it in full RIGHT NOW.
January 13, 12:57 PM

Folks, ill! Makaniks are back at it tonight at 32 Degrees Lounge in Old City, Philly.

Statik and DJ Romes are on the set. Come out early for drink specials. Info below.

January 10, 07:15 PM

The Illvibe Collective just dropped a mix for the NEST Podcast.  The podcast is brought to you by the fine people of NEST EVENTS out of Leeds in the UK.  We put together a smooth mix of recent electronic dance joints that we are feeling at the moment.  Enjoy!

More about NEST EVENTS here:
http://nestevents.net


December 30, 06:03 PM
Do to circumstances beyond our control, tonight's BODYROCK party with DJ Sat-One is being moved to:

THE RUBA CLUB
414 Green Street
Phila., PA 19123
(the street behind Silk City)

All details are the same in terms of time. 9pm-2am, free before 10!


December 30, 02:19 AM

Getting hype for our last BODYROCK party of 2011!

December 28, 05:15 PM

The BODYROCK ends 2011 the right way this Friday with our long time comrade DJ Sat-One.

Our BODYROCK Stories Series continues this week with our homeboy Justin Weleski of 215hiphop.com, Beats & Rhymes, and 32 Degrees.

We hope to see you out this Friday at Kung Fu Necktie.

December 24, 11:10 AM

On Friday December 30th, we are bringing you the final BODYROCK of 2011.  We want to thank everyone who helped make this year such a huge year for our party.  We are bringing along DJ Sat-one of the Skratch Makaniks to add some extra turntable magic.  And of course, the Illvibe Collective djs will be on deck to keep you moving.  



Illvibe Collective in association with gL Productions presents
BODYROCK
Special guest DJ Sat-One
DJs Mr. Sonny James, lil'dave, Panek, Skipmode, Phillee Blunt + Phsh
Friday 12/30
Kung Fu Necktie (1250 N Front St)
9p - 2a
$5, Free b4 10pm


December 24, 11:04 AM



The Illvibe Collective wants to wish a happy holidays to you and yours.  This has been an amazing year and we want to thank all of you for all of your love and support.

As a gift, we are offering up our latest mixtape Remixbound Vol. 2 for free download over the next few days.  Get it quick before it's too late!


December 15, 11:50 AM

Don't forget to get your tickets for Phonte, 9th Wonder, Illvibe, Median, Rhapsody and more at the TLA tomorrow night! We are doing a special DJ set on 4 turntables in support of our newest mixtape Remixbound 2 which will be available exclusively at the venue in a very limited quantity. The first volume sold out in a really short time as we don't press that many. We have some surprises for you all as well. See you all there!

>>>BUY TICKETS HERE<<<

December 05, 02:58 PM

ILLVIBE COLLECTIVE AND 215MAG.COM PRESENT

PHONTE AND 9TH WONDER


Fresh off of new album buzz, Little Brother brothers Phonte & 9th Wonder are rolling through the 215 to drop some science. Check them out on Friday December 16th at TLA!

This is an all ages show people, so bring everybody!!

Buy tickets here:
http://www.livenation.com/event/0200476442D19EFF

Be sure to use Promo Code: 215mag


performing live
PHONTE & 9TH WONDER

Also featuring:
RAPSODY
MEDIAN
SELA

DJs
ILLVIBE COLLECTIVE


November 11, 06:29 AM

Tonight, if you're across the Pond. That is, in Germany you can catch Statik in Berlin at Department doing the classic BANANAS party which originated in Shanghai. DJs Beware, Jumpy, San Gabriel, and Kamikaze are going to be playing everything from Disco, Deep House, Hip Hop, Funk, and more. Be sure to check em out! Those in or around Munich can catch Statik at Hip Hop Don't Stop tomorrow night at Crux. Details for tonight below!

November 04, 01:48 PM

Hey EU fam!

Some of you caught our boy DJ Phsh in August on the Hip Hop Don't Stop Tour and now we continue to make it ill! with Statik aka Mr. Sonny James for several nights in Germany.

Thanks for tuning into Jam FM last night and vibin' to Statik's guest DJ mix. For those of you who missed the broadcast, check it out below.


Tomorrow night, catch Statik alongside, San Gabriel, DJ Jumpy, and B. Boogie at Tube Station. Info about future dates, coming in the next couple of days so stay tuned!

November 01, 07:33 PM

Boom!

Big shout to the Hip-Hop Don't Stop fam in Germany.

October 04, 06:54 PM

Our own DJ Phsh was recently interviewed for Phrequency.com's Phreq of the Week section. He discussed the beginning and end of his widely praised Superdope party, what he's developing presently and what the future looks like for him in the coming year. Phsh is currently on tour with Gilbere Forte, OnCue, and The Dean's List. For tourdates visit the homie on Tumblr.
September 30, 12:45 PM

Our longtime friend DJ Spinna is one of the many legendary DJs to have played The BODYROCK party at Aqualounge years back. If you're not in the know about this man's DJ legacy, his legendary parties all over the globe, and his production resume, get involved RIGHT NOW. And then check his episode of BODYROCK Stories below.

Rock on.

September 29, 12:04 PM

DJ Ultraviolet has been a close friend to Illvibe for many years. She has played several parties with us, she's done our radio show, and of course our classic BODYROCK party. Here's her episode of BODYROCK Stories.

September 28, 02:13 PM

As we continue to prepare for The BODYROCK party this Friday with our man Lumin from Miami, we present to you another BODYROCK Story short with our long time friend and veteran Philly MC, Adam 12.

September 27, 01:49 PM

We've started a new video series on the web called BODYROCK Stories. It's a rare thing to have a successful party for 10 years or more and often when it does occur, there is no documentation of it in it's hay day. So as we compile archives of audio, photos, and video of BODYROCK's legacy at multiple venues, we decided to interview many of the folks who have been there since day one, special guest DJs, and staff of the party. Illvibe Collective Presents: BODYROCK Stories #1 ft. our comrade and fellow DJ, Caliph-Now.

September 27, 12:32 AM

Tonight we would love to see you out at the final SUPERDOPE! party @ Fluid University with DJ Phsh and the family. This party has been such a great experience for everyone in attendance over the past 3 years in Philly but now the time has come for Phsh to focus on bigger things in and out of the country. As he packs his bags to go on tour repping his city and crew for a couple months with Gilbere Forte, we have to make sure we end this classic party off right. Drink specials courtesy of Heineken.


September 07, 11:11 AM


  Illvibe Collective - Switchin Alive Blend by Illvibe Collective

If you liked Illvibe Blends vol. 1, then you are gonna love this new re-edit by our own Mr. Sonny James.  It's a slick mash-up of Wyclef's "Stayin' Alive" and Will Smith's "Switch".  Perfect for getting a dancefloor moving or for doing the running man in your living room.  Cop it now.

Also, make sure you follow us on soundcloud at http://soundcloud.com/illvibe-collective
September 07, 11:14 AM

Check out this mix that lil'dave did for Red Bull Music Academy Radio.   




Or check it here
http://redbullmusicacademyradio.com/shows/4312/

DJ Day - Alright (Cross Reference) - Unreleased
Captain Planet - Dame Agua - Bastard Jazz
Richy Pitch feat. Yasmeen - Dey Suffer (DJ Vadim Remix) - BBE
Owiny Sigoma Band - Doyoi Nyajo Nam (Quantic Dub) - Brownswood
Mario Basanov & Vidis - Test (Atjazz Afrotech Remix) - Silence Music
Kidboy - Yo Me Voy De Aqui - Jazz & Milk
lil'dave - Cafe Cubana - Record Breakin
Spiritual South - Green Gold - Afro Art
Novalima - Yo Voy (Seiji Remix) - Cumbancha
Illvibe Collective feat. Lady Alma - What They Say (Nathan G Dub) - LuvBug
Maddslinky - Travelling - Tru Thoughts
SBTRKT - Pharaohs - Young Turks
Freedom Soundz - Feelings - Nepenta
Foremost Poets - Your Surrounded - Exadoria

August 16, 05:29 PM

Sup Philly?

Tonight you can catch another dose of Superdope! DJ Phsh's staple Philly residency. Tonight Mr. Sonny James is back in the mix and the crew celebrates Philly Will's birthday. Hosted by Mike Roker. The venue is right behind the TLA where the Rock The Bells show is happening tonight. We can't wait to see you out!


August 09, 11:40 AM


HipHop Don't Stop Radio Show #30 on 93,6 Jam FM mix by DJ PHSH (Philadelphia) hosted by SAN GABRIEL by HipHop Don't Stop

Here is a mix DJ Phsh did for Berlin Radio Jam FM 93.6. It's for the HipHop Don't Stop radio show hosted by DJ San Gabriel.

Keep checking http://iamdjphsh.tumblr.com/ to stay updated on Phsh's adventures in Europe.

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This is how I spent the last 2 hours. SMH (Taken with instagram)

Seinfeld. #classicTV #TimelessComedy (Taken with instagram)

Mineral water of champions. #instababs (Taken with instagram)

This dude is funny as hell. #Tosh.0 (Taken with instagram)

Video Shoot Flow w @djleanwitit (Taken with instagram)

South Philly Flow #iphoneography #instababs #BroadStreet (Taken with instagram)

Um. I don’t think so bro. (Taken with instagram)

There’s a shortage of women in expensive hair arguing on TV nowadays. SMH #RealityShows #Gahbidge (Taken with instagram)

I think. Therefore I am. Lol #instababs #iphoneography @snapkracker (Taken with instagram)

The Boyz In the Hood are always hard. (pause) (Taken with instagram)

Late night train rides after the club. #nyc #trains #instababs (Taken with instagram)

Take us to Queens at once. #NYC #Trains #instababs (Taken with instagram)

Big shout to my mellow @whoisjr rippin shop tonight with @mashibeats (Taken with instagram)

More listening. (Taken with instagram)

Black Milk @chillmoody and the gang. 2.28.12 #HeinekenGreenRoom (Taken with instagram)

Diverse travel plays. (Taken with instagram)

Rats. Thanks megabus for depriving me of the ratchedness. (Taken with instagram)

Workout music. (Taken with instagram)

Three’s Company is still hilarious to me. #TVLand #MrFurly #ConstantMisunderstandings (Taken with instagram)

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Philly & Beyond 2009

Illvibe Collective 2000 - Present

Sets

Tracks

  • Thoughts ft. Grand Agent & Verso
    64 plays
  • 04 Homeless Hipster Theme (Mr. Sonny James PBR Remix)
    168 plays
  • Not For This Lifetime (Jet Setter RMX) prod by Mr. Sonny James
    79 plays
  • 02 Roc Boy Wishes
    97 plays
  • 05 Get High & By
    103 plays
  • 08 Work It Out (ill! Kalakuta Re-Edit)
    164 plays

Favorites

  • HipHop Don't Stop Radio Show #44 on 93,6 Jam FM live mix by DJ SAN GABRIEL (liveDEMO)
  • BLOODFIRE V SISTER SLEDGE - "We Are Family" (2011 Dub)
  • Adele radio pause mix (prod marc-j) off broken pattern ep
  • HipHop Don't Stop Radio Show #43 on 93,6 Jam FM exclusive mix by DJ STATIK (Illvibe Colective)
  • Soul II Soul - Back 2 Life (Illvibe Collective blend)
  • Joy Jones - The Joy (lil' dave Remix Instrumental)
  • Illvibe Collective feat. iSHE & Dave Ghetto - Can't Deny
  • Munchi - Jimi Knows
  • lil'dave - Chips and Salsa [Seven Heaven compilation (BBE)]
  • Illvibe Collective feat A.R.M. - Medicine Men
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