AFROPUNK 2010 BROOKLYN :: BAD BRAINS, MOS DEF, J*DAVEY, K-OS, NINJASONIC, GAME REBELLION, CUBIC ZIRCONIA & more:: music & live art

Major news just came out today that MOS DEF is joining an already crazy line-up this Sunday June 27th at the AFRO-PUNK Festival! The Cool Kids, J*DaVeY, K-OS, Martin Luther, The Memorials, Galaxy of Tar, Bad Rabbits, DJ Lindsey will also be in the house that day. Don't miss it!!!!

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS!

The June 26th line-up is just as crazy, featuring Bad Brains,P.O.S., Game Rebellion, Ninjasonik, God Forbid, The Bots, The 54, Activator, Cipher, Belikos, DJ MU$A,D://Boi. + DJs, skate, BMX, art, fashion & food! June 26th & 27th at Commodore Barry Park in New York.

I'm super excited to be on board as one of the painters working on the massive 100 feet x 8 feet mural that will snake around the park.

We had a promo shoot a couple of weeks ago with some of the artists. The following behind-the scenes shots feature Coby, Rob Focused & See One, three of the dope painters who will be throwing around some paint on Saturday & Sunday. My good friend, activist & art hustla Rasu Jilani of Coup d'Etat Brooklyn was also there to support...I owe him big time for putting me on this year. Thank you!

Also, big shout out to the lovely ladies Jacqwi Campbell who shot the promo video & to Shaunna Randolph who interviewed me and took most of these shots of me below...[ehmm..that was all spontaneous fun...] Also shout to Toshun Campbell who was on board shooting as well. I'll post Toshun's photos and Jacqwi's promo soon as well.

My girls, Toofly & Alice Mizrahi (Younity crew) will be representing the female wing and the homie Benjamin Rojas from Trust Your Struggle are also part of the line-up.

I mean I feel really lucky to be part of this incredible line-up..it's gonna be epic!

I just set up my page on the AFROPUNK site, connect if you're there. And come give me a shout if you're around.

HERE ARE some of my favorites of the line-up

Dance until the early morn!!

Mamas love...JIMI JAMES

Jimi James' new EPK..we love her!

JIMIJAMES EPK 2010 from JIMIJAMES on Vimeo.

More QUADRON :: debut NY show

I was introduced to QUADRON by my friend OP (Suite903, Cornerstone) a couple of months ago at their first NY press appearance at the FADER office. It was pretty clear at first hearing that they are destined for success. Hailing from Denmark, the duo has been recently signed by L.A. based independent label plugresearch (also the home of Bilal & Shafiq Husayn) and been making big waves in the U.S. They've been on tour and are making their NY debut with a full band Brooklyn tomorrow, Thursday June 24th at Southpaw. The homie, Melo-X is going to do the intro set--I really hope that I can make it. Also, our Philly fam, King Britt and Rucyl of Saturn Never Sleepswill be hosting them on June 29th in Philadelphia.

Buster Keaton from Plug Research on Vimeo.

From their bio: Quadron is a child that's been made by Coco and Robin. Both were part of the soul collective "Boom Clap Bachelors" who in early 2008 secured much respect and success with their debut "Kort Før Dine Læber". Here they began their collaboration, and Robin fell for Coco's beautiful voice and ability to improvise with playful ease.

Even though Coco is only 21 she is already a veteran performer, and was literally born to do it. She was a key figure as the front woman in the live band for Boom clap bachelors' band, and now she is thrilling audiences with Robin and hers own material. Robin Hannibal has a long CV, counting collaborations with Nobody Beats The Beats, Aloe Blacc, Omas Keith from SA-RA, Wally Badarou from talking heads / level 42, Erick Sermon, Plant Life, Yamwho, Buraka Som Sistema and has international super stars, like Pharrell Williams (Nerd) and James Murphy (LCD Soundsystem), declaring themselves fans of some of his other projects like "Owusu & Hannibal" and "Parallel Dance Ensemble".

Cozy

Pursuit Grooves is on fyah..

From her album "Fox Trot Mannerisms" on Tectonic

http://myspace.com/vjsmith

Help support my new music!

Sarah White's Kickstarter Plea from Sarah White on Vimeo.

PLEDGE and see more info HERE!!!!!

Hello Beautiful People! First off, I'd like to thank EVERYONE who has been so supportive and given us so much love since the beginning. We are sending love to our people from our city of Minneapolis/St Paul and to our new home in Brooklyn, and everyone worldwide! Besos!

Now, we are excited to share more and more big news of changes coming on our horizon.
Since our release of our debut EP, Hiding Blind in 2008, we have been working hard on new and more challenging music. Digging deeper into our souls and capabilities, we have been grinding away, but have been experiencing many road blocks as Independent artists. Without a label supporting you, all fees must come out of pocket, and rent and raising a child in NY can be tough as is! Wowzers. Anyways...we have finally reached the home stretch and we have not only 1, but 2 amazing projects to share with our fans, supporters and the world! READ MORE on my KICKSTARTER PAGE!

Mama loves... Quadron

Thanks to the lovely Rucyl and Saturn Never Sleeps for turning me on to Quadron. I cant get enough! ... AND this Denmark treat, is on their way to the East Coast!

Jun 17 2010
The Fix
Portland, OR
Jun 23 2010
Liv in Washinton DC
Washinton, MD
Jun 24 2010
Southpaw
Brooklyn, NY
Jun 25 2010
Spring 4th Center
Atlanta, Georgia
Jun 26 2010
Le Fee Verte
Miami, Florida
Jun 29 2010
Johnny Brenda's
Philadelphia, PA
(With Saturn Never Sleeps!)

quadron "herfra hvor vi står" from Yours Truly on Vimeo.

NEW RELEASE & VIDEO : CUBIC ZIRCONIA : Black & Blue EP drops June 15

I'm loving the new video by New York-based ethnic disco trio, Cubic Zirconia. Tiombe Lockhart, Nick Hook & Daoud Sturdivant's band is dropping their new EP BLACK & BLUE this Tuesday on June 15th. This video was shot while they were recording the album in LA. Check them live at their upcoming release party at the Dash Gallery this Tuesday.

Flying Lotus// Heave (n)

I'm a rainbow too....

This track is hot! Reppin' the Twin Cities (my home!) we got Booka B on this banging remix of Sun Is Shining, featuring Toki Wright! Check it here!

MIA covers COMPLEX!

Is it just me, or does MIA look even more fly, now that she is a mom?
Check out more pix and full interview HERE (Complex Mag Cover Story)..

2 REMIX EP's!

First off, I'm excited to share this tasty treat in the form of a FREE EP! FADE, was originally released on my EP Hiding Blind, and I finally get to drop the remixes! Its a really eclectic mix with sound and beats coming from Venezuela, Milwaukee, Philly, Maryland and of course the NYC. Remixes by Sonotech, J-Todd, BUSY, myself and a dope collab by Zaphyrn and Basil (aka Sir Froderick). Its FREE, so just grab it. HERE!





Secondly, we dropped C Train as a single a while back, and now have new remixes by Dj Dhundee (Sugarcuts) and Matt Shadetek (Dutty Artz), so we just put in out as an EP on Bagpak Music. Artwork by our very own Lichiban. Grab it HERE:

This eclectic remix EP blends the sounds of dubstep, dancehall and drum n bass, with the sexy-sultry-soul vocals of Sarah White, to make a fusion match-made for the dancefloor. As a Minneapolis native, this Brooklyn transplant, cries out through flo and song expressing the effects of life on the hustle and the grind, and the challenge of keeping a balance. 'C Train' is a sweet collaboration of time, space, passion and raw beats. The original is produced by her partner Dj Don Cuco (Cultura Love), and then given a completely new life when remixed by 3 masters of sound, Dj Dhundee (Sugarcuts), Matt Shadetek (Dutty Artz) and Heinrich Zwahlen (Basscut). Definatley one to get your heads nodding, mind expanding and hips grinding..

Mama loves NEW Beyonce!

Wowzers...

Jesse Boykins III - Amorous (Official Music Video) from Jesse Boykins III on Vimeo.

JESSSE BOYKINS III

Mamas love... WONDERFULL!

New from Kalae All Day

WHERE THE PARTY AT:: KING BRITT 'The Intricate Beauty' Release Party, Thursday April 22, 2010

Our Philly fam, King Britt & Rucyl is back in town celebrating the release of King's latest dance album, The Intricate Beauty (apparently the last one of its kind). For over a decade, King Britt has been one of the top, internationally recognized deep house producers/DJs. Though he has been exploring new, more experimental sounds, his new album featuring Lady Alma, Astrid Suryanto, Rucyl Mills, Ryat, Kim English and Byron Stingly is as fresh as it gets, showcasing King's experties as a dance music producer. The night will also feature special live performances by Rucyl & Astrid Suryanto and an guest DJ set by King's long time friend, NY-legend François K. Definitely put your dancing shoes on!

Thursday April 22nd

The Intricate Beauty Release Party
Featuring Music By
King Britt

Early Set
Very Special Guest
Francois K

Door by Jermaine // Doors open 10pm // Get Tickets www.danceherenownyc.com
Open Bar from 10-11pm
Cielo 18 Little W.12th Street NYC

If you haven't done it already, check out King's mix he had made for URB [free download].
The INTRICATE BEAUTY album is available on iTunes. Support true music buy buying the album! Also you can check out the rest of the tour schedule on www.fivesixmedia.com

Mama wants.. REBELDNCE

REBELDNCE!!---------------

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Taylor McFerrin talks with Dego on the music scene in UK vs NYC and more for Centric..

Taylor McFerrin chats with Dego on CentricTV from Centric TV on Vimeo.

VONY x REA present :: 'Kids Dream In Color' Spring Workshop x Lichiban

The organization I've been involved with as a teaching artist/ art mentor Voices of New York (VONY) recently teamed up with a New York-based architectural design firm Real Estate Arts (REA) to hold a week long art workshop called Kids Dream In Color (KDIC). Ten very talented and gifted kids were chosen to participate in a one of a kind art immersion where they had to recreate the Empire State Building using common, eco-friendly art materials. The challenge was to re-envision the building in the year 2400 as a green, earth-friendly building, a futuristic symbol of a new Empire State of Mind.

Romeo and Miles sharing a laugh on the way to the field trip to the Empire State Building

The kids drew their inspiration from this iconic building. The amazing art deco interior design of the Empire State (1st row). KDIC kids Saya, Ciara and Jalen enjoying the trip to the Empire State (2nd row). Aric (videographer) and Sue (VONY founder) documents every kid's artworks while Lori (right) from REA (3rd row) oversees Nathaniel's work. REA staff took some time off to mentor each kid individually(4th row).

We used a 10 minutes visualization exercise using my work, DORJE as a visual guide to time & space travel to the galaxy where DORJE would serve as an imaginary guide to introduce the kids to alternative ways of imagining a green future.

(from left to right) Quest, Ciara, Saya, and Miles together with the other KDIC participants took a break from the workshop and walked around the block & checked out a local gallery.

Kecia finishes her version of the building (top left). REA staff focuses on mentoring the kids to finish up their projects (top right and lower left). The VONY team took a break and went outside with the kids to get some fresh air (lower right).

The passion of these kids for the arts illuminated every "building" they've created. The workshop ended with a very successful exhibition of the kids' artworks. Everyone at attendance in the exhibit- the mentors, parents, and especially the kids-, couldn't be more proud of all the beautiful artworks created through all their hard work.

*Voices Of New York has more incoming art workshops and projects, e-mail voicesofnewyork(at)gmail.com for more details.

Join VONY on Facebook.

Mamas love...MEMORYHOUSE :: Bonfire

Mama wants.. TY's EMOTIONS

I've been hearing so much buzz about TY this month (and last), that I finally had to get a taste of what he's been cookin' up. Been a fan of his for years, but if the new single Emotions says anything, you all be ready for this album! Dropping April 19 on BBE, A SPECIAL KIND OF FOOL is not to be slept on. Check it digital on itunes HERE..
The single, Emotions, gives a nice peek into his personality, flo's, style and feels like a breath of sunshine... We can all love a little emotion in this world we livin' in! It features remixes from some of Wronglips favorite producers including Daz-I-Kue, Waajeed, Dego (4Hero) and Akwasi. Check the new and anticipated video...
xo Sarah White

UPCOMING SHOW ::: BODDHI, the cat in two cities CREWEST GALLERY 3/27 (LA) & ZAKKA 4/9 (BROOKLYN)

::: BODDHI is love :::

My baby toy kitten is coming to Brooklyn this Friday! BODDHI is the cat oracle from PLANET CITRAKA, felinoid by birth, trickster by nature. Here is his magic profile.

After a hugely successful opening night at Los Angeles' Crewest Gallery, curated by the homie, MARKA 27 , the BUDDY Custom show is making it's way to Dumbo's Zakka Gallery in Brooklyn this Friday, April 9th, 2010. Details on the flyer below. Don't miss this, going to be fun! luv, Lichi

EXHIBITING ARTISTS :: Angry Woebots, Asylm, Auks, Brent Nolasco, Dave Flores, Dez Einswell, Dril One, Enamel Kingdom, Erick Scarecrow, Gustavo Alberto Garcia Vaca, Jasper Santos, Jesse Hernandez, Jester, Kano, Keith Poon, Kenji Nakayama, Lichiban, Lou Pimentel, Mad, Man One, Marka27, Munk One, N.C. Winters, Nemo Phu, Pon, Problak, Reactor- 88, Ritzy Periwinkle, Ron Upperman of Leroy Jenkins, Saner, Scribe, Sket, Southerndrawl, John "Spanky" Stokes, Tony/Shiau Nakanari, Tristan Eaton, Upendo Tha Black Krayon, Vyal, and Photography by Moses Mitchell

Check out the rest of the BUDDY's on CREWEST's Flickr stream

Mamas love... J*DAVEY

New video from J*Davey! Also peep the interview we did with Jack for HEY LADIES! Here!

xo Sarah...

J*DaVeY "Outta the Window" from SOCKETUMi Iam on Vimeo.

Mamas love..new CHESCA joints

two new sexy tracks from my catsister from London, CHESCA. she is my favorite female electro/ boogie disco producers.

ROYALTY- CHESCA & ELLIOT YORKE by chesca

CHESCA-THE FLOOR IS YOURS by chesca