Bounce Rock Skate - March 6 & March 20!

Bounce Rock Skate at the Blue Velvet Lounge is back in March and we are now on the First and Third Fridays on the month.

If you haven't been to Bounce Rock Skate, then prepare yourself for the sexiest night of progressive soul in LA. The ultra-chic Blue Velvet Lounge is the backdrop for a dance party that plunges into the sounds of Nu-Soul.

Residents Kaleem, Destroyer, Loslito and 7 keep it bouncing with a selection of R&B, electro soul, classics, and organic hip-hop that never fails to pack the dancefloor!

Get in free by rsvping to rsvp@bouncerockskate.com

Bounce Rock Skate
Friday March 6 & March 20, 2009
Blue Velvet Lounge
750 Garland Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90017
9pm-2am
21+

www.bluevelvetrestaurant.com
www.myspace.com/bouncerockskateclub

Introducing Soul Good - Soulful Drum & Bass hosted by Jayvon at Strictly Social events

Nu-Soul Magazine's signature monthly event Strictly Social is expanding! On March 18, 2009 we are proud to present SOUL GOOD, a second room on future sounds hosted by DJ Jayvon. SOUL GOOD will be a room of sexy and soulful drum & bass, further embodying the Nu-Soul philosophy on merging genres and styles.

Join us on March 18 for a DJ set from Atlantic Connection along with resident Jayvon and guest Reason. MCs XYZ and Julz will add a little flavor on the mic.

With the addition of SOUL GOOD, Strictly Social is becoming an even more unique event with eclectic live performances from soul and hip-hop artists in the main room and sizzling soulful drum & bass in the side room.

See you on March 18

RSVP to soulgoodness@gmail.com or events@nu-soulmag.com to get in for FREE!

Soul Good @ Strictly Social
Wednesday March 18, 2009
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
9pm-2am
21+

www.myspace.com/soulgoodness

www.myspace.com/atlanticconnection

Ryan Leslie Review

Ryan Leslie has been creating a buzz for some time now and with the release of his debut album he looks ready to claim his place among the R&B elite. Check out our review and listen to some of the tracks below.



Read the review

Ryan Leslie

Norman in San Francisco with Om Records

I took a business trip to San Francisco over Valentine's Day weekend. Nu-Soul Magazine sponsored an Om Records event called Nothing But Love at a spot called Mighty on Valentine's Day. We hosted the secod room where my partner DJ Destroyer spun for the entire night. It was pretty cool as we got to create that Nu-Soul/Strictly Social vibe for the whole night in beautiful San Fran. As always I made the most of my stay there. I hung out with Jonathan from Om Records and went to Oakland for a mixer at Zion I's studio. Got to catch a short performance and met singer Goapele which was dope. Hung out with the homie Replife which is always good times. I also got to kick it with my cousin Dana who is living in the Bay area for school. And I got to see Jason and Nicole at their breaks weekly! I did a lot in two days that is for sure.

Strictly Social January 2009 photos

Strictly Social rang in the new year (give or take a few weeks) with our first event for 2009. Local Los Angeles talents Jimetta Rose and Mic Holden took to the stage and blew us away. Mr. Mic Holden charmed with his nimble lyrical flow and easygoing vibe while Ms. Jimetta Rose simply dominated the crowd with her impressive voice and confident stage presence. Keep your eyes peeled for these two artists! Check out the photos courtesy of our partner in crime Kawai Matthews of Air Philosophy!























For more info:

Jimetta Rose
www.myspace.com/jimettarose
www.myspace.com/queenjrose

Mic Holden
www.myspace.com/micholden4president

Photography by Airphilosophy airphilosophy.com

Bounce Rock Skate Friday the 13th!

We know our schedule has been all over the place with Bounce Rock Skate but the spot is popping off so we keep returning whenever they want us to!

Be sure to get some of that Blue Velvet sexiness on Friday February 13 at another edition of Bounce Rock Skate!

Get in free by rsvping to rsvp@bouncerockskate.com

Bounce Rock Skate
Friday Feb 13, 2009
Blue Velvet Lounge
750 Garland Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90017
9pm-2am
21+

www.bluevelvetrestaurant.com
www.myspace.com/bouncerockskateclub

Nu-Soul Grammy Mixer - Saturday Feb 7

Nu-Soul Magazine and Redlight Special Events have teamed up to bring you a very special event in honor of the 2009 Urban Alternative Category. This year's nominees include Janelle Monae, Chrisette Michele, Kenna, Wayna, and Maiysha.

In order to support this category and build community within the Urban Alternative community, we would like to invite you to this special networking event hosted by nominees Wayna, Maiysha, and Kokayi.

This is event will be held at the ultra-chic Blue Velvet Lounge in downtown LA from 7pm-10pm with a special hosted Blue Velvet Martini Bar from 7pm-8pm

Come have a drink, eat some dinner, and meet everyone who is working to build our community in a mutually supportive environment. HAVE YOUR BUSINESS CARDS READY!

Music will be provided by Strictly Social residents DJ Destroyer and Myxzlplix.

RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com with the subject Urban Alternative to get on the list.

Check out the nominees:
Wayna - www.myspace.com/waynamusic
Maiysha - www.myspace.com/maiyshamusic
Kokayi - www.myspace.com/kokayi

www.bluevelvetrestaurant.com
www.nu-soulmag.com
www.redlightspecialevents.com

Bounce Rock Skate Grammy Edition - Friday Feb 6

Bounce Rock Skate is on again! Look for us on the first and third Friday of every month for one of the LA's sexiest nights out!

On February 6 we present a special Grammy event and a tribute to J Dilla!

rsvp@bouncerockskate.com for Free entry all night!

750 Garland Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
9pm-2am
21+