I’m a big fan of the HVW8′s artwork and would check their site from time to time. One day I noticed there was a beat tape they sponsored called Attack of THE DEER. I played it over and over and had to meet the cat that put it together. I went to the Jay Stayed Paid event and asked my friend Kyla about J-1 and if he was there. She pointed him out. Clean pumas, fitted hat to match, star tatts on his elbows, and a cobra tattoo on the side of his neck vibing out on a House Shoes DJ set. I introduced myself, and right away we talked about music for hours like we were some old friends catching up. I thought it would be a great idea to have him do a top ten list for B+C. He was down but then flips it with a mix. J was on fire cranking out a mix right after the next. I was trying to keep up because I was doing the artwork for each one. It was always “GO” mode with that dude. A few mixes into it, he called me up and was like lets make this bigger. “Beats+Crates Radio podcast, with guest DJs.” I was like wow, and before I knew it, he had Teeko and Max Kane ready to go. B+C wouldn’t be what it is without J-1.
Our working relationship was a great combo, and he had the projects coming. It was the in between time when Weyez, J, and I would kick it, and that made our bond what it is… family. You can see folks that talked to J-1; he gave them that same attention, and respect. J was always building and growing every time he met someone professionally and personally. J-1 aka THE DEERgrew the Animal Kingdom family worldwide, and touched many, many lives. J-1, you will be truly be missed. Thank you for the music, the laughs, the creativity, and the time. I salute you my brother.
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Posted by aaronon December 06, 2011 album, download /
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1st Things First has got head nodding bass, jazzy melodies to hold your lady’s to, and hypnotic rhythms to get your feet moving. If making beats this smooth was criminal, they would have had to lock Garfield Adams up a long time ago. From having Tomorrow, Yesterday rapping on a track to J. Maka El dropping lovely vocals, 1st Things First had me relaxed and carefree in minutes. Airspace sounds just like the title when you play it. The bass hits hard and the keys with a little delay make you feel like you’re floating. I’d classify this as zen music. The whole album is worth the buy. Buy Garfield Adams – 1st Things First on Band Camp. BIG thanks to Garfield Adams for making music that takes stress away.
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Garfield Adams – For The Love featuring E Reece, Basicali, Yep!
Posted by aaronon December 06, 2011 event, update /
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If you haven’t been to a Footlong event, then you haven’t been out dancing before. Flavors 4 is coming up this Friday with DJ Spinna and J. Rocc. For the opening set on the 1′s and 2′s Mr. Inka One, and your host for the evening my man Cognito. The gang will be spinning the best of 90′s hip hop and R & B. It’ll be a groovy good time. Get your pre-sale tickets for $11, or $15 at the door. Either way get ready to dance, dance, and dance some more! For more info check out Fusicology.com
THE ECHOPLEX
1154 GLENDALE BL. LA, CA 90026
Time: 9:00 pm – 2:30 am
Age: 21+ Cover: $11 Limited Presale, $15 Door
Posted by aaronon November 28, 2011 event, update /
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Do you know who DJ Quik is? If you answered yes or no to this question, then go directly to Boombox . This Saturday December 3rd the great folks at Boombox are having their 5th Anniversary party. They do a great party once a month, but when it comes to an anniversary party they really know how to do it up. December 3rd is going to be a banger with special guest DJ Quik, and guest host M.E.D.. If you don’t know about M.E.D., his latest album Classic is the perfect introduction. It’s been on heavy rotation on my iPod since it dropped. I hope he spits a few bars and plays a few tracks. And I can’t forget about the hosts that have been making LA dance for 5 years and counting, Mr. Inka One, Ben Diggin, and Analog. Truly good people for keeping the scene alive in LA, and helping out with countless other events. This is going to be an amazing night, so bring your camera, dancing shoes, and all your friends. See you all there. BIG thanks to the Boombox crew for bringing it every month.
