Cevin Fisher at Amika

May 11, 2005 10:11 PM
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What happens when upscale-oriented LOFT Magazine and an ultra-chic lounge and discotheque known as AMIKA collaborate on a party? One unforgettable night! Headlined by New York’s own Cevin Fisher and packed with gorgeous women, it was truly a feast for the senses.

Celebrating their Urban Issue release, LOFT Magazine once again made their presence felt at AMIKA. Strategically placed throughout the venue, were current issues of the magazine for patrons to peruse as they enjoyed the complimentary two-hour open bar.

Projections of backstage footage from LOFT Magazine photoshoots were prominently displayed throughout the venue as well. Not one to usually open the main room, Resident Shawn Rudnick delivered an enjoyable warm-up set.

Stonebridge’s feat Therese –“Take me Away,” and Ian Carey Presents Illicit Funk-“The Power,” were just a few of the tracks Shawn dropped preparing the crowd for the onslaught of banging tribal, vocals and classics that Cevin Fisher was about to unleash.

Upstairs in the loft, Ani Phearce counterbalanced the House music in the main room with a bit of Old School Hip-Hop and rap. Dropping tracks by Snoop Dogg, and L.L. Cool J, he had the capacity crowd dancin’ away. Among those in attendance (according to some friends in attendance), was #33 himself, Grant Hill of the Orlando Magic with a bevy of beauties.

At approximately 1:50 a.m., Cevin Fisher took command of the main room, taking all those in attendance on a journey into the sounds of HOUSE!!!

Gaining his fame in the late 90’s as a breakout house producer, Cevin Fisher’s tracks have become club favorites over the years. From “Music Saved My Life,” to “House Music” and “The Way We Used To,” his tracks have become easily recognizable to club goers and music lovers alike.

Originally from New Jersey, Cevin Fisher began his production career when Timmy
Regisford snatched him up at Motown Records. While with Motown Records, he worked on remixes for Chaka Khan and Quincy Jones, both tracks catapulting to the top of the Billboard Dance Chart.

Spurred on by Danny Tenaglia to record on his own, he debuted his original works with such tunes as “House Is A Feeling.” It was not until 1998 with his track “The Freaks Come Out,” that he finally earned international acclaim from the house community.

Shortly after the release of his standout track, he was championed by BBC Radio 1 DJ’s Pete Tong and Danny Rampling, licensed by the MOS (Ministry of Sound) record label and featured on various mix compilation albums.

Currently, Cevin Fisher tours the world from Europe, Asia and the United States all while continuing to deliver A+ quality house productions. Beginning his set with a mesmerizing vocal track, he quickly laid the foundation for a set replete with classics, tribal and vocals.

His mixing throughout the night was impeccable. At one point, he dropped the mesmerizing vocal track “I Need Your Lovin” (OM Records), and went right into an energetic tribal track without my even noticing. Job well done!

Accompanying the thumping tribal beats this evening, was the AMIKA percussionist, infusing some extra flair to Cevin’s eclectic set.

Adding to the already electrified atmosphere, the alluring AMIKA dancers made their presence felt at the four corners of the main room.

Likewise, many of the lovely female patrons in attendance decided to take it upon themselves to dance atop the back bar expressing their enthusiasm through the power of dance.

Continuing his set, Cevin dropped a killer tribalesque track entitled “Deep In Your Soul” by Armand Pena, as well as the incredible remix of Styx’s - Mr. Roboto entitled “Domo Arigato.”

At around 2:30 a.m. club icon Alan T made an appearance to support his friend Cevin. Donning an NYPD shirt, there was no question it was a New York House invasion on this night at AMIKA!

Around 3:30 a.m. Shawn Rudnick assumed the decks once more continuing the onslaught of beats. From this point on, Shawn and Cevin tag teamed back and forth. From straight up banging house to a unique reggae sounding track entitled “Summer Moon” those still at AMIKA were getting barraged with quality house.

The Loft Magazine party at AMIKA by night’s end was not only a celebration of the release of their Urban Issue, but a celebration of what quality House music is all about, as orchestrated by New York’s own Cevin Fisher.