NYC multimedia powerhouse and indie label Decon brings its first multi-city hip-hop tour to the left coast, with not only rhymes and beats, but choice video and multimedia installations, plus schwag giveaways. Performances come courtesy of hip-hop’s elite — legendary Dilated Peoples, Project Blowed all-star Aceyalone, the Alchemist, and Decon’s newest signee, 88-Keys, whose upcoming debut LP, The Death of Adam, is produced by his majesty Kanye. [Info Source]
– Nicole Cifani
Anchored by drummer/songwriter Adam Topol and guitarist/engineer Franchot Tone, the Culver City Dub Collective play an amorphous blend of bossa nova, roots reggae, and Afro-Cuban riddims that’s perfect for the summertime. In the spirit of a true collective, their debut full-length, Dos,boasts an all-star lineup of guest appearances from folks like Jack Johnson, Ben Harper, and Money Mark. Tonight’s bill also includes the indomitable New Orleans swing and swagger of the Critical Brass Band and the rootsy beach-comber rock of Peter Goetz. [Info Source]
– Nicole Cifani
I’m noticing that people seem to be willing to spend money - buckets of it - in search of the latest and greatest skin care product or technology. I’m certainly one of these people; an addict to creams, treatments, and procedures, I’ll do anything to get rid of a blemish or erase a potential wrinkle (yet I still have mediocre skin!). I don’t want to spend a ton of money - and you shouldn’t either - but I believe we both have the right to smooth and flawless skin. So what to do for a babe on a budget?
An innovative and beautiful display of customizable news feeds from msnbc. although more abstract than functional, it’s great to have on your screen while doing other tasks for a quick glance at your headlines.
Comprising a rhyme-spitting trio from Palmdale, a soulful electro duo fronted by a gorgeous girl with a mohawk, and an 8-bit rapper, tonight’s bill includes some of the freshest acts in LA. The tech-savvy sneaker freakers of Pacific Division are on their way to becoming the new face of California hip-hop; with a breezy, Pharell-esque sound, their upcoming F.A.T. LP features Exile and DJ Khalil alongside the group’s longtime producer, Swiff-D. J*DaVeY play a deadly fusion of soul, new wave, and chunky electronic breakbeat, while local favorite the Gray Kid brings his Atari rap to the party. [Info Source]
– Nicole Cifani
so much to do…but m83 is here!
heading home from the W. sunburnt and ready to chill!
writing and listening to st. germain post beach and shopping excursion. can we please have more hours on a sunday?
checking out newsvine. are you a user? what are the pros and cons?