Block Party - Rose Live Music

I was coming home from work, and stumbled on this block party one street away from my place. DJ Concerned was playing an incredible set of classic soul and instrumental hip hop that created the perfect backdrop to the afternoon. Later on, a band named 'The Sweet Divines' - who backed Lee Fields a few months ago - played a set of original 60's inspired soul, complete with 4 back-up singers.

Here's a quick video that I thought captured the vibe of the afternoon. Man I love Brooklyn!

Brooklyn House Party

Yesterday I went to a house party down the road from my place, put on by some of the guys from Truth & Soul records. I saw the flyer that said producer Damu The Fudgemunk and hip hop legend dj Rockin' Rob were playing live sets, and thought it sounded too good to be true.

For a suggested donation of $7, it was free drinks and bbq, with Damu banging on the MPC 2000 for over an hour!
Sunshine + dope beats + a relaxed small backyard vibe...does it get any better than that?!

Below are some photos and video footage of Damu playing his sample jazz records mixed with live MPC drumming, and dj Rockin' Rob flexing his famous 45 beat juggling skills...



Here's a new track by Damu, available for free download.

Dark Was The Night - Radio City NYC

WHOA!!!!! Go Sharon...

Lee Fields Live In Brooklyn

Saturday night I saw the incredible Mr. Lee Fields perform live at the Five Spot Soul Food Supper Club as part of the monthly 'Dig Deeper' series of performances. As you can see in the videos, his voice is one of a kind. Definitely one of the best concerts i've seen since i've been here.

Maybe So, Maybe No

So far, the best song of 09.

Freddie Joachim Making A Beat

Freddie Joachim making a beat from Freddie Joachim on Vimeo.

Chin Chin - Go There With You

Chin Chin - "Go There With You" from Okayplayer on Vimeo.