Thursday, May 27, 2010

Nikko Gray Review


Afta-1 collaborator Nikko Gray release her debut album and I love
it! CHeck out my review for Nu-Soul Magazine

Artist: Nikko Gray

Title: Love Seen

Genre: Soul/Electronica/Pop

Read the
review




Catch this video of Nikko Gray at Strictly Social

Monday, May 24, 2010

Strictly Social w/ Jimmie Reign - Wed June 16, 2010



Nu-Soul Magazine & Soul Union present

STRICTLY SOCIAL

An evening of Eclectic Soul Fusion

Wednesday June 16, 2010

Strictly Social takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at
LA’s charming Little Temple, continuing the legacy of the renowned
Temple Bar, by featuring a carefully selected showcase of artists and
DJs that reflect the Nu-Soul sound. This monthly event always features
the hottest artists pushing the boundaries of soul and a vibe that is
truly unique.

Featuring Live Performances By:

JIMMIE REIGN

Pretty Girl Album Release


Bay Area artist Jimmie Reign is part of a new breed of artists; an
R&B singer/songwriter with mainstream appeal and a sound that
recalls artists like Mary J. Blige, SWV, and Amerie that has chosen to
go the independent route. Blessed with girl next door looks, a talent
for writing killer hooks, and an incredible live singing voice, Jimmie
Reign puts females with bigger names to shame with her set of skills.
She has been building a buzz for years off of the strength of some
well-received singles, a ravenously downloaded mixtape, and an
exceptional live show. Jimmie will be taking the Strictly Social stage
for a second time, this time with a full band and an arsenal of sexy
R&B grooves from her debut album Pretty Girl (out May 25).


HAZ SOLO


LA-based MC Haz Solo is ready to take this stage with his eclectic
style and next level rhymes. His sound is as much rooted in classic soul
as it is in future sounds. Expect razor sharp mc skills, hot beats, and
a dynamic stage show from this extremely talented MC.


JOONIE


The talented vocalist and musician Joonie graces the Strictly Social
stage for the first time to celebrate the release of his debut Acoustic
Love
. Prepare yourself for his smooth stylings, emotional storytelling
and infectious rhythms.


Special Listening Session for DWELE'S New Album W.W.W. from 9pm -
10pm

We will have one copy of the album to giveaway so arrive early!


Download the first single "What's Not To Love" HERE

Our residents DJ Destroyer & DJ Myxzlplix will be spinning a
selection of future soul, organic hip-hop, and electronic beats all
night!



SHOW BEGINS AT 10:30PM

In the B Room – SOUL GOOD, soulful electronica hosted by Atlantic
Connection & Friends

http://www.myspace.com/soulgoodness

$5 until 10:30pm w/ RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com

$5 presale tickets HERE

$10 at the door

Strictly Social

Wednesday June 16, 2010

9pm-2am

21+


Little Temple

4519 Santa Monica Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90029

http://littletemple.com

http://myspace.com/lastrictlysocial

http://twitter.com/StrictSocialLA

Additional promotional support by Fusicology, Universal Rhythm, and
The Mint Collective.

http://fusicology.com

http://universal-rhythm.com

http://themintcollective.com

My Date with Tyson Kobie



Through an altogether bizarre twist of fate I won this Dawgpound USA contest for a trip to Blatino Oasis. I really wasn't expecting this at all but nevertheless I won a trip to Palm Springs and a date with Tyson Kobie, a very cute porn star dude. All i did was submit a fantasy that included some of my favorite stars from the DawgPound website and I was selected.

It was a fun experience, although I did not expect to have a camera in my face. The actual date was to take a tram up the side of a mountain a hang out. Ty was really sweet and we had fun joking around with each other. NO, nothing dirty happened so don't ask. But I got a free room and VIP pass out of the deal so I can't complain! And I got to hang out a bit with other guys from the site like Jovonnie and Cornbread. Enjoy this surreal video of my meeting with Tyson Kobie.And check out the pic with me and Cornbread!

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Strictly Social San Diego - Memorial Day Weekend 2010


Nu-Soul Magazine & Soul Union

in association with Myxmedia, The Mint Collective, & Soul On Beat

Present

STRICTLY SOCIAL SAN DIEGO

Sunday May 30, 2010

Nu-Soul Magazine's monthly Los Angeles-based event Strictly Social
celebrates the start of summer in beautiful San Diego. Join us as we
bring our special vibe of "eclectic soul fusion" to SD for the first
time with our carefully selected lineup of talent. And with no work or
school on Monday, this is sure to be the place to be for San Diego's
lovers of progressive soul, soulful house, and futuristic beats.

Featuring Performances By:

AFTA-1




You can find AFTA-1 eight hours in the future. He’s sitting on a
supernova, shooting down Pluto moons with love; then running back and
laying the track in your lap. Brush the moon dust off your clothes and
plug in your speakers for a shape-shifting, time-collapsing,
body-breaking, heart-merging experience.
With an amazing debut titled Aftathoughts Vol. 1 already under
his belt along with impressive remixes of Esthero, Little Dragon, and
Jessie Boykins, as well as the ravenously downloaded LOVE IS REAL
mixtape series in circulation, Afta-1 is set to blow your mind with his
intergalactic beats and ethereal vibes.


HAVANA Entervention Promo Tour


Southern California’s soulful singer-songwriter Havana has a lot in
common with the flava-filled Caribbean island’s fresh liberation. On her
2005 debut she worked with an assortment of talented producers such as
Nicolay, Symbolic One and Waajeed selling an impressive 18,000 units
(physical & digital) to date. Her upcoming new album Entervention,
which features production by producers like Trackademicks, GB (Sound in
Color), Brook D’Leau (J*Davey) and Beat$treets, celebrates the coming to
grips of Havana’s hard upbringing with her life, using music to express
her experiences and family issues, but never forgetting to have fun
along the way.


DJ Sets By:
Strictly Social Residents:



Special Guest - San Diego's Own CHRIS HERRERA (Soul on Beat)

http://soulonbeat.com

$5 ALL NIGHT with an RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com

(emails will be added to Nu-Soul Magazine's email database)

$7 otherwise

Kava Lounge

2812 Kettner Boulevard

San Diego, CA 92101

http://kavalounge.com

Hosted by Norman Mayers (Nu-Soul Magazine) and Jacqueline Schneider
(The Mint Collective)


Tuesday, May 11, 2010

Broke As F**k w/ Jayvon - Wed. May 26, 2010


Nu-Soul Magazine presents

BROKE AS F**K

Wednesday May 26, 2010

Nu-Soul breaks the mold with BROKE AS F**K, a free monthly event
showcasing breakbeat music in all its forms. Join us for a night of
breaks, bootybass, ghettotech, dubstep, and electro bass!

Featuring Bass Blasting Sets from:

JAYVON

Jayvon may have created a name for himself as a drum&bass DJ, but he
has since developed into a multi-genre DJ, producer, and remixer
spinning everything from hard electro to soul to hip-hop. Get ready for
Jayvon's new sound, a dancefloor ready take on bass heavy club hits and
electro.

http://www.myspace.com/jayvonbeatz

Broke Residents:

KIMCHEE LOVE

Heroes of LA’s breakbeat scene, Eva and Athena, under the moniker
Kimchee Love, never fail to drop some serious heat. These two ladies
bring the bass with their precise mixing skills and impeccable selection
of electro bass, Miami bass, and funky breaks. Get ready for the BASS!

ROXANNE

Roxanne is a self-described jack of all trades. She can throw down sets
of drum & bass, techno, breaks, dubstep, and ghettotech. Whatever
she chooses to play, be prepared to be schooled.

TECH-SON

Tech-Son knows how to get the floor moving with his signature style of
upfront breakbeats and electro jams.

NOMAD

Nu-Soul Magazine's editor Norman aka Nomad doubles as a breakbeat dj,
spinning classic tunes aimed at bootyshaking on the dancefloor.

ADMISSION IS FREE!

9pm – 2am

21+

Blu Monkey Bar & Lounge

5521 Hollywood Blvd (at Western)

Los Angeles, CA

($5 Parking Available in Back Alley)

http://theblumonkey.com

Friday, May 07, 2010

Yahzarah Review for Centric


I reviewed Yahzarah's new album for the lovely folks over at Centric. Check it out!

Yahzarah review for Centric

Tuesday, May 04, 2010

My Review of Flying Lotus' Cosmogramma


Brilliant producer Flying
Lotus takes us across the universe and back again with his new
masterpiece Cosmogramma.

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