Jazz Nights May Lineup
May 3 - Al Williams Jazz Society
May 10 - Lamont Joseph & 2nd Wind
May 17 - Alvin Hayes, Jr. & Friends
May 24 - Jeff Robinson
May 31 - Drew Simpson
Featuring DJ Kelvin Anderson, Sr. of V.I.P. Records
Z members Margis Miles (Drums), Eddie Cole (Lead vocals), Dustin Moore (Bass/Producer), Tom Terrell (Keyboards, Trumpet)
562 City Life was the official media sponsor for the 2010 SolShock “Organized Noise” Virgo Birthday Bash.
In alignment with the 2011 Thanks Givends Benefit, artists have joined to produce The Givends Benefit Compilation Vol.1 , a digital album created to raise funds and awareness for programs that incorporate music and art for underprivileged and at risk youth.
This special compilation album features some of the best well-known and emerging artists in various music genres including Big Daddy Kane, The Rebirth, Vikter Duplaix, JimiJames, Quetzal Guerrero and more.
Name Your Price and Download the The Givends Digital Album
Available November 20 – December 25, 2011 only.
Those who didn’t attend Thanks Givends but would like to support, are encouraged to purchase the digital album at their desired price. This will help to promote the effort and gain global awareness. Learn more at www.thegivends.bandcamp.com.
We’re helping 2 the Max Promotions launch their new weekly live jazz event 2 the Max Music at The Basement Lounge in the LBC. Stop by every Thursday night beginning 12/01 for live performances, sophisticated soul, classic R&B and an all-around good party. 21 & over only. $10 cover.
Visit www.villagetreasuresart.com/2themaxpromotions for more info.
Meet Emerging Film Director Michael Pinckney
Emerging film director Michael Pinckney introduces his brand new Hip Hop Horror, ‘You’re Nobody ‘Til Somebody Kills You’. Inspired by the rap industry’s fascination with death and violence, Pinckney explores why some rappers become more famous after they die.This action-packed thriller stars Hip Hop legends Doug E. Fresh, Greg Nice, and Big Daddy Kane with the one and only Spike Lee as Executive Producer.
Join SolShock and MusicUNTOLD for two exclusive Previews and Discussions with the up-and-coming film director Saturday, October 29 at 3pm (Long Beach) and 7:30pm (Los Angeles). Seating is limited – please RSVP at info@solshock.com.
Venue Locations:
757 Cafe & Bakery | 757 Pine Ave. LB 90813 |( 8th and Pine)
Mayme A. Clayton Museum | 4130 Overland Ave. Culver City 90230
Watch the trailer and learn more in this insightful interview.
