NextAid, Flux Summit’s non-profit partner, is back this year with their annual benefit “For the Future” taking place at Cafe Cocomo on August 1st in San Francisco.

The 13-hour event will share the music, spread the word, garner hope, and raise funds for the construction of a “green” workshop and multipurpose facility for a youth-run business providing positive opportunities in a Kenyan slum, as well as, fund the educational pursuits of orphaned and vulnerable South African youth who participate in an inspiring grandma-led national support network.

Arrive early for a special 3hr CityDeep Session with Halo, David Harness, and Brendon Boden (AfrodesiaMP3.com).

Stay late for Moniker (DJ Set) (Auralism)

Local Favorites Playing Throughout the Day on 2 Stages

Outside:
Cali (ThePeople Oakland)
Chris Smith (Om Records)
Galen(PacificSound)
Marissa Guzman (live vocals) (Jucy Lucy)
Miss Watkins & DJ 4AM (Twin Flames)
M3 (Green Gorilla)

Inside:
Adnan (Forward
Fil Latorre(Staple)
Little John(Raindance)
Michael Anthony (supperclub)
Sammy D(Kontrol)
Solar(PacificSound)

Door $10 b4 2pm, $15 after
$10 Pre-sales at http://nextaid-for-the-future.eventbrite.com

Support a great cause while getting your groove on at a great party. For more information on NextAid, visit their website at http://nextaid.org.

Cycling ‘74, a software company that specializes in the needs of artists, educators and researchers working with audio, visual media and physical computing, will be giving away a Max MXP software package at the upcoming Flux Summit 003 on Thursday, April 29th.

In order to guarantee entry into Flux Summit, RSVP now. Only attendees will be eligible to win.

Our favorite non-profit partner NextAid, an organization that uses the power of dance music to affect change in the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children in Africa, will launch its 3rd Annual Online Auction BIDS BUILD HOPE in honor of World AIDS Orphans Day.  Kicking off on May 7th, 2010 and closing on May 31st, BIDS BUILDS HOPE will raise awareness and funds for NextAid’s projects in Kenya and South Africa. Auction items reflect NextAid’s strong foundation within the dance music community and commitment to sustainable and “green living.”

Auction item highlights include the Richie Hawtin Gear Package: supported by Native Instruments, Ableton and Minus w/ products from Traktor Pro, Allen & Heath, Roland, Rimowa, and Midi Solutions, DJ tutorial and music education classes from Dubspot, and an unforgettable cruise for two aboard the infamous Groove Cruise. Other donors include Louie Vega, Putumayo Records, OM Records, ESDJCO, Strange Invisible Perfumes, Nau, Cielo, Natural High Lifestyle, Bodega Wine Bar (LA), Nook Bistro (LA), supperclub (SF), and Hollywood Improv. Items will continue to be added up until the launch of the auction, as more donors jump on board.

Visit their website to learn more about the auction and how to bid.

Flux Summit 003 attendees will have the opportunity to enter a drawing to win a very special item from NextAid and learn more about their organization and upcoming auction. RSVP for Flux Summit now to ensure entry.

Also, NextAid is still accepting donations from companies for the upcoming auction. Join donors Richie Hawtin, Ableton, Native Instruments, Dubspot, Groove Cruise, Louie Vega, OM Records, supperclub, ESDJCO and promotional partners Flux Summit, Fusicology, URB Magazine, The MML, Big Up Magazine and Green Galactic.

To learn how you can be a part of this opportunity to promote your business to a international audience of socio-conscious music lovers, while supporting a great cause, please email bidsbuildhope@gmail.com.  Deadline for items donations is May 1st.

Test Press returns on April 29th as we continue another year of outstanding music and exciting panelists continues. Coming up this month, we have confirmed reviewers:

• Alland Byallo (KONTROL Liebe*Detail, Nightlight Music)
• Chris Smith (Om Records)
• Kush Arora (Dread Bass)

Find out more about Test Press and the rest of the Flux Summit 003 agenda + RSVP here.

Producers: There’s still time to submit your tracks and be heard at the next Test Press. The Deadline for submissions is April 26th at 5:00pm PST. Click here to submit your tracks now.

We’re proud to announce Propellerhead/Line 6 as our tech sponsor for the next Flux Summit on Thursday, April 29th. From 7:00pm – 11:00pm, they will be taking over the HD Studio at Pyramind and demonstrating their software, Record.

Created with musicians in mind, Record lets you create record ready channels in an instant, minimizing the steps between idea and actual recording. The result equals more music – and less dialog boxes. Simply plug in, breathe out and you’re ready to go.

Check out the full Flux Summit agenda and RSVP to attend on our website at http://www.fluxsummit.com.