Big Chilli - Saturday, January 15, 2005

One of the world's most famous female DJs will be performing at Concept CM2, Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square for a one-night-only concert on February 16.

Germany's Marusha has been mixing up the best since 1991 and has since played for party dancers across the globe and it is now Bangkok's turn. Marusha, dubbed the Queen of Techno, is broadcast weekly on Berlin's Rave Satellite Radio and appears regularly on German youth television. Having created the platinium hit "Somewhere over the Rainbow" and gold listed follow-up "It Takes Me Away", Marusha released her first of numerous Techno albums Rave land.

After being invited to perform in countless gigs at almost all of Germany's trend-setting parties in the Techno/House scene and abroad, it was to no surprise that she was soon awarded the VIVA Comet, Best Techno Act and the Echo Award, Best Nationale Female Artist, as well as nominated for MTV's Best Female Artist Award in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin.

After a one-year hiatus from the studio the end of 1995 saw Marusha releasing a new hit single "Deep", which rocketed to through the charts and reached a remarkable number 12 spot in a short amount of time. Follow-up single "Unique, Wir and Secret" carried her success in the Techno/House scene forward.

In 1997, Marusha's fans were astounded when she released another topper "Ur Life", which drew on her many experiences she had gathered from people during her tour abroad - all with meaningful message. More mature musically she now enveloped the sounds of Hip Hop and New Wave in to the Techno form, creating a new channel sound.

Marusha's distinctive will and her impulsive behavior have helped her fit comfortably into the position she is in today, with a path of clear musical development mixed with her unmistakable style. Until today, Marusha firmly leads the world as the True Queen of Techno. This is truly a not to be missed event for all party lovers in Bangkok - whether you are into House, Techno or Hip Hop.

Concept CM2, located in the basement of Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square, has for more than eight years played host to numerous international live acts and annual charity events. As one of Bangkok's most loved night spots, proud to present Marusha, Concept MC2 offers Techno party goers a great dance area, raised street area to look over the dance floor, comfortable areas to relax and chat, with high-tech sound and lighting.

The Marusha DJ Set Live in Bangkok at Concept CM2 is being held in conjunction with the International Peace Foundation to help raise money to assist the Kroo Noi Children's home to assist their activities in providing support to many of Thailand's disadvantaged children.

The International Peace Foundation is an intercultural and Trans-disciplinary foundation aiming towards facilitating peace.

In this regard, all tickets sold during the Marusha Show at Concept CM2 (at 650 Baht net, inclusive of two free drinks) will be donated by the International Peace Foundation. For more details please call 00 255-6888 ext: PR team