Rye Rye makes it Bang!
Interview by Norman Mayers

Baltimore spitfire Rye Rye has experienced phenomenal success even before her debut album, the bombastic GO!POP!BANG!, was even released. Signed by M.I.A. to her NEET imprint, Rye Rye has since worked with a slew of artists such as Robyn, Estero, Pharrell, Akon and Far East Movement, opened for Katy Perry, toured with LMFAO, acted in the hit 21 Jump Street film and performed on the late night show circuit on the strength of a few rather amazing singles. With her debut finally in stores, fans can listen to the full extent of her hip-hop/dance hybrid sound that takes Baltimore beats to the mainstream. Nu-Soul was happy to chat with the ball of energy and charisma known as Rye Rye about her sound, her album, and her future.

Nu-Soul: It seems like we’ve been waiting for your album for ages! What took so long?
Rye Rye: Well after I had my baby it was all about recording more until I was comfortably satisfied! I wanted to refresh and have different options to choose from!

Nu-Soul: What can fans expect to hear on the album?
Rye Rye: Heavy bass…music that’ll make you wanna dance, fun lyrics, & just a clash up of different sounds!

Nu-Soul: How did you first hook up with M.I.A.?
Rye Rye: She came to Baltimore to work on her album, ended up in the studio with Blaqstarr, overheard one of my songs and wanted to meet me!

Nu-Soul: What was your experience like going on tour with Katy Perry and Robyn?
Rye Rye: It was amazing! Especially being as though Robyn is humble and real! Katy was a sweetheart too so it was a dope experience! I got to feel what performing in front of thousands of people feels like and just the whole arena vibe.

Nu-Soul: How did the 21 Jump Street thing come about and what was it like to do a track with Esthero?
Rye Rye: It was cool, still haven’t met Esthero yet but we chatted a bit! She’s a dope singer, unique for sure and the director of the movie is a fan of my music, and was looking for a smart, confident woman with attitude, so he reached out for me!

Nu-Soul: Your stage shows are incredibly high energy. How would you describe one of your live shows to someone who has never seen you before?
Rye Rye: A lot of energy! Amazing, sick dancing…a fun show for sure, interaction with my fans…you can feel how happy I am to be on stage by just looking at me perform! It’s raw.

Nu-Soul: What is your favorite track on the album and why?
Rye Rye: I really don’t have a favorite, I love each track the same on different levels! But my anthem would be “DNA” I feel I relate to that song the most because I’m naturally just high off life.

Nu-Soul: Who are some of the people who have inspired you musically and stylistically?
Rye Rye: M.I.A for sure …almost everybody I worked with.. & my fave artists Missy Elliott, Michael Jackson, JayZ, Kanye West.

Nu-Soul: What have been some of biggest highlights over the last year?
Rye Rye: Performing on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, doing the Katy perry tour, LMFAO Tour, acting in 21 Jump Street were all highlights for sure!

Nu-Soul: What is next on your plate? Can we expect a tour this summer?
Rye Rye: Yea I’m hoping & planning to do my own Go! Pop! Bang! tour! but I’ll be doing spot dates & going with flow! Looking into doing more acting too!

http://www.ryeryemusic.com

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Conya Doss: Full Of Purpose
Interview by Norman Mayers

Confident and poised, soulful and sultry, Conya Doss exudes a fierce sense of purpose both in her physical presence and through her music. Representing Cleveland, Ohio, Conya has created a compelling career built off of powerful soul music packed with elements of jazz, gospel and blues. She has fused every song and lyric with meaning and purpose, recalling the greats of soul music but with a modern touch that keeps her sound contemporary and fresh. With her latest release A Pocketful of Purpose as further proof of her astounding artistry, Nu-Soul sat down with Ms. Doss for a look into her world.

Nu-Soul: What were some of the themes and ideas you wanted to explore with your latest album A Pocketful of Purpose?
Conya Doss: Much of what I wanted to convey with regards to theme and ideas was staying true to oneself and knowing that you are worthy of being loved and respected unconditionally. This is reflected through many of my songs such as one aspect of my single “Don’t Change,” “Reaching For the Stars,” “Just Me” and Jamie. The other songs reflect what people go through with regards to relationships based on my personal experiences and from conversations that I have had with others.

Nu-Soul: How would you describe the overall sound of this album?
Conya Doss: Refreshing, smooth, yet funky!

Nu-Soul: While you do most of the writing on your albums do you look at recording as a collaborative process?
Conya Doss: Yes, I write a lot on all of my projects. But it is definitely a collective effort. The producers and writers that I work with such as Myron Davis, Rodney A. Jones, and JayShawn create the entire package on the musical side. Without us being one unit, it would not be possible.

Nu-Soul: What songs stand out as some of your favorite on the new album and why?
Conya Doss: “Don’t Change” because it has so many angles to talk about with regards to folks bending over backwards to become something that they are not, no realizing one who truly love them is without condition. “letter” is another joint because it is for my son Blu. There is a feel good duet called “What About You and Me” that reminds me of songs I vibes to when I was like 5 or 6 years old, just feel good music!

Nu-Soul: Your style seems to be both modern and vintage all at once. Who are some artists both classic and contemporary who inspire and influence you?
Conya Doss: Stevie Wonder, Angela Winbush, Bonnie Raitt, Nina Simone, Sade, Adele, Jill Scott, Lauryn Hill, D’Angelo, India Arie, Myron Davis, Frank McComb, Eric Roberson, Sarah’s Girl, Ann DiFranco! This is just my short list!

Nu-Soul: Do you prefer recording or performing and why?
Conya Doss: I love them both! But it is something about live performances that is amazing when you can feel then energy between you and the audience. It is magical!

Nu-Soul: Has being an educator influenced your music?
Conya Doss: Yes, I am very conscientious with regards to what I put out due to this. So I try to create music that listeners can listen to really put certain things into perspective.

Nu-Soul: You have found some success working with McDonald’s. Care to weigh in on the controversy surrounding a certain R&B artist and Burger King?
Conya Doss: I had a great experience with doing the McCafe Commercial! I’m not too familiar with the controversy in its entirety therefore I have no comment.

Nu-Soul: What do you think needs to be done for soul music to have a larger impact here in the US?
Conya Doss: I think that those who are over the outlets that allow us to be heard should be expanded and more open to exposing the masses to a variety of good music versus focusing on a small section of music which sounds very much like each other, therefore people who would probably enjoy a wider variety are not getting exposed to great soul music. In my opinion, a lot of music deemed to be R&B sounds very much like POP music.

Nu-Soul: What are some of the other projects you have coming up in the near future?
Conya Doss: I’m working on new music, continuing to work with a teen group, as well as become more involved with informing others about the water crisis all over the world!

http://www.conyadoss.com/

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Bassnectar Brings The Voom
Interview by Norman Mayers
Photo by Mel D. Cole

His name says it all: Bassnectar drops sweet BASS! With a sound that easily spans dubstep, breaks both classic and progressive, hip-hop, and some other stuff you never even heard of, Bassnectar has remained on the cutting edge of dance music for the last several years with no sign of slowing down. Regularly playing at some of the biggest festivals in the country including Coachella, Lollapalooza, and Electric Daisy Carnival, Bassnectar (aka Lorin Ashton) is no stranger to big crowds and consistently sells out venues with his gigantic sets. With his 2012 release Vava Voom he is ready to take his sound to the next level, blowing as many minds and shaking as many asses as possible along the way.

Nu-Soul: How has the Bassnectar sound evolved on the new album Vava Voom?
Bassnectar: With each album I try and capture a diverse spectrum of sounds and styles. “Vava Voom” is another ride through my mind, featuring everything from the filthiest, ugliest noise to the softest, prettiest lullabye.

Nu-Soul: How did your collaboration with Lupe Fiasco come about?
Bassnectar: We have the same birthday, and it seemed like a great way to celebrate.

Nu-Soul: What were some of your sonic inspirations for the new album?
Bassnectar: Punk Rock, hip hop, 90′s electronica, the feeling of running really fast, but then slipping on a banana, and falling backwards but never hitting the ground just spinning into a huge cloud that never ends.

Nu-Soul: You have really been a major force in the recent dance music explosion on the last few years. How has the fact that dance music can now be heard all over the radio affected your career?
Bassnectar: How has the fact that people can read your words on the internet instead of only in print affected your career?

Nu-Soul: While your music contains elements of dubstep, do you prefer not to be classified in that genre alone?
Bassnectar: Absolutely not, that would be ludicrous. If I go out to eat at a Thai restaurant, and from then on I am expected only to eat Thai food, that would be pretty lame.

Nu-Soul: You have played at some of the biggest events and festivals in the world. What have been some of your career highlights?
Bassnectar: I honestly just love the feeling of reflecting euphoria and inspiration back and forth. It’s like projecting a laser, and everyone in the crowd has a mirror they can hold up and beam it back at you or in any direction they wish and it creates a massive grid of excitement.

Nu-Soul: Where do you think dance music and bass oriented music in general is moving towards?
Bassnectar: Total abandon. Freestyle expression. Same as any genre.

Nu-Soul: Who are some of your contemporaries that you admire?
Bassnectar: DC Breaks, Xilent, Jag Skills, Jantsen, Minnesota, …I hate this question because the answer is easily 1000+ deep, and I don’t like leaving people out.

Nu-Soul: For those who have never had the chance to see you live, how would you describe a Bassnectar show?
Bassnectar: Big, Loud, Fun, Deep, Hot, Wildstyle!

Nu-Soul: What is next on your agenda?
Bassnectar: Wrapping up VAVA VOOM Spring Tour 2012 tonight in Seattle. We have been averaging about 20,000 people a week. Now summer festival season begins, and runs full throttle, nonstop!

http://www.bassnectar.net/

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Nu-Soul Magazine presents
THE FINAL BROKE AS F**K
At The Blu Monkey
Wednesday May 23, 2012

Sadly we say goodbye to the Blu Monkey, our home for the last 2 years. Come join us for our final BASS BONANZA featuring all residents and a few surprise guests throwing down for an all night tag team session!

Broke Residents

EVA
ROXANNE
TIBET SHA
TECH-SON
NOMAD

No Cover
9pm-2am
21+
Drink Special until 11pm

Blu Monkey Lounge
5521 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA

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Nu-Soul Magazine + The Mezz present
ART+SOUL
Saturday May 5, 2012

Nu-Soul brings the Los Angeles Arts Community together with this unique experience in sight + sound

Held inside the unique downtown LA venue the Mezz, ART+SOUL brings together the finest in visual arts and creative expression with the very best in soulful music.

Performances by

DEFSOUND + NIKKO GRAY
Two of LA’s most progressive and eclectic artists, defSound and Nikko Gray create truly unique music together that defies categorization. Get ready to be mesmerized by the future LOVE sounds.
http://defthesound.com/
http://nikkogray.com/

More Performers TBA

Sounds by
MZA + SEVEN57

Hosted + Curated by
Nu-Soul Magazine + Cali + Christina Maxine

Visuals and Lighting by Astronaut Disco

Over 20 Live Artists, Vendors, and Exhibitors in 2 Rooms

Cinco de Mayo Drink Specials!

This is event is FREE until 11pm with an RSVP to http://tinyurl.com/artsoulcincodemayo or to events@nu-soulmag.com
$5 otherwise

RSVPs must be received by 6pm night of show!

Doors 9pm-2am
21+ w/ ID

The Mezz @ the Alexandria Hotel
501 S. Spring Street – 2nd Floor (follow the signs)
Los Angeles, CA 90013

About The Mezz
The Mezz Bar at The Alexandria Hotel is Downtown L.A.’s newest bar in it’s oldest location. Located in the heart of the new downtown LA, the Mezz provides the feel of a speakeasy but with gorgeous detailed ceilings, a stage, and plenty of space to roam.

Nu-Soul Magazine and Nappy Nation
cordially invite you to
NAPPY THURSDAY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Thursday April 26, 2012

One full year of an incredible collaboration!

Celebrating the Birthdays Of:

JIMETTA ROSE (Performing LIVE)
http://twitter.com/jimettarose

RASHONDRA ANGELLE (Performing LIVE)
http://www.rashondraangelle.com/

NORMAN MAYERS (Nu-Soul Magazine Editor-In-Chief)
http://twitter.com/normysoul

Also Performing
KING’S ALLEN

Your DJs
DESTROYER and MONALISA

9pm-2am
21+

$5 All Night

DRESS TO IMPRESS!

The Virgil
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
http://thevirgil.com

Nappy Nation
http://iamnappy.com

Nu-Soul Magazine
http://nu-soulmag.com

Nu-Soul Magazine presents
BROKE AS F**K
Wednesday April 26, 2012

A FREE Monthly Night of Breakbeat, Bootybass, and Dubstep!

NOMAD’S (aka Normysoul aka Norman Mayers) BAD-ASS BASS BIRTHDAY

Featuring Sets by

DOC NASTY
(Supafresh Records)
Straight from South Florida, Doc Nasty brings the true sound of MIAMI BASS!

JOE KAY
(Soulection)
Representing anew sound with his Soulection radio show and label, Joe Kay drops a unique mix of futuristic BASS that flirts with dubstep, 2-step,a dn swagged-out hip-hop.
http://www.joe-kay.com/

Plus Residents
EVA
ROXANNE
TIBET SHA
TECH-SON
NOMAD

No Cover
9pm-2am
21+

$4 beers until 11pm

Blu Monkey Lounge
5521 Hollywood Blvd

Artist: Sy Smith
Title: Fast And Curious
Label: Psyko! Records
Genre: Soul/Electronic/House

Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter and all around soul diva Sy Smith has made a career out of carving her own path. While she can be considered a soul music artist, her sound and style is so much more as she has effortlessly experimented with genres and tempo. She also plays well with others and has collaborated notably with a slew of artists including Nicolay, The Foreign Exchange, Zo!, and Mark de Clive-Lowe. A surprise performance with Mark de Clive-Lowe (at our very own Strictly Social event) sparked a slew of appearances around the country by the pair as well as the creation of Sy Smith’s latest album, the lovingly upbeat and adventurous Fast And Curious. Produced entirely by de Clive-Lowe, the album is probably Smith’s most brilliant work yet, fully expressing the singer’s personality and vibe with joyous lyrics and upbeat productions that span funky soul, broken beat, and soulful house.

Sy Smith is a woman in LOVE as one listen to the remarkable Fast And Curious will no doubt prove. The album moves along with considerable energy and power, grabbing your attention right away and keeping it for all 11 lengthy tracks. All the songs have a very warm and loving feel to them, no doubt aimed at putting smiles on faces and butts on dancefloors. Mark de Clive-Lowe and Sy have considerable chemistry (if you have never seen them live do yourself a favor) and their distinct styles mesh perfectly. Mark creates a world of sunny rhythms that conjure up tropical beaches and frozen cocktails for Sy to play in and play she does. Each song unfolds luxuriously to transport the listener into Sy’s beautiful world. The nearly 7 minute long “Personal Paradise” is a prime example of this, with its exotic percussion and broken beat vibes. There is a predominantly house flavor to the album that is showcased on tracks like “Let The Rain Fall Down” and standout “Message From The Stars.” Another standout is the rework of Billy Ocean’s “Nights” featuring Rashaan Patterson. The track bumps with fierce energy and flawless vocals by both artists. Even some of the album’s slower tracks such as the grooved out tribute to Teena Marie “Teena” and the ultra-sexy “The Ooh To My Ahh” don’t slow down the propulsive nature of the album, but rather showcase Sy and Mark’s ability to take the listener on a truly varied and compelling journey. The perfect soundtrack for the spring and summer this is one album that you don’t want to skip out on.

- Norman Mayers

http://sysmith.com

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Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union present
STRICTLY SOCIAL
A Special Edition
Thursday April 5, 2012

Strictly Social is back with our signature blending of soulful sounds and progressive beats! As we bid farewell to Little Temple, our home since 2009 we say hello to its newest incarnation THE VIRGIL! The decor may be new but we are committed to bring you the same sexy vibes and top notch talent.

Featuring Performances by

YAHZARAH
Critically acclaimed R&B vocalist YahZarah’s  most recent album The Ballad of Purple Saint James was released on The Foreign Exchange Music. The 13-track set, overseen by Grammy-nominated production duo Nicolay and Phonte of The Foreign Exchange, represents her brightest, most complete work to date. YahZarah, a singer-songwriter who first made her mark as a background singer for Erykah Badu, always delivers a showstopping performance with her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence. Don’t miss this.
http://www.whoisyahzarah.com/

Backed by BREEZY LOVEJOY
http://twitter.com/breezylovejoy

Opening Act
AVRIEL EPPS
http://avrielepps.com/

Sounds by
DESTROYER
http://destroyer.podomatic.com/

JOE KAY
http://www.joe-kay.com/

MILANI Giveaways provided by Shawanna Davis of BEAUTY LOS ANGELES
http://twitter.com/milanicosmetics
http://twitter.com/bebeautifulLA

FREE Desserts courtesy of SWEET DREAMS LA
http://sweetdreamsla.com/

$10 at the door
Presales for $7.50 via Brown Paper Tickets HERE

9pm-2am
21+

THE VIRGIL (formerly Little Temple)
4519 Santa Monica Blvd (at Virgil)
Los Angeles, CA 90029

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Nu-Soul Magazine presents
BROKE AS F**K
Wednesday March 28, 2012

Join us for a FREE monthly night of breakbeats, bass, and booty!

Athena’s Going Away Party!!!

Udder-Busting Bass By:

KIMCHEE LOVE MILK
aka Eva + Athena + Betty Boom

SKUMSTAR
Live Dubstep PA

Broke Residents
ROXANNE
http://twitter.com/djroxanne

TECH-SON
http://www.fortun-entertainment.com/

NOMAD
http://twitter.com/normysoul

9pm-2am
21+
NO COVER

$4 Beers until 11pm

Blu Monkey Lounge
5521 Hollywood Blvd
http://theblumonkey.com/

Follow Broke As F**k:
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Artist: Emika
Title: Emika
Label: Ninja Tune
Genre: Electronic/Dubstep/Experimental

The Berlin-based, London-raised artist named Emika is further proof of the far-reaching possibilities of bass music and culture. Drawing inspiration from various styles of electronic music, but most heavily from dubstep and techno, the glamorously icy Emika is like the hybrid of Miss Kitten and Portishead, seducing with dark downtempo low end bangers and bewitching vocals. As both the producer/composer and vocalist Emika takes us on a journey through cutting edge bass sounds on her ravishing Ninja Tunes debut.

Females in the world of dubstep are a rare breed and Emika is more than just a vocalist. This diva has style and bass to spare! With a vocal style that jumps from the cold taunts of Miss Kitten to the sexy purrs of Portishead’s Beth Orton, Emika is at once mysterious and mesmerizing. She isn’t a powerhouse in terms of her singing, but she makes sure her voice works for the songs. But ultimately what works best is the production and this stuff is truly next level. Emika takes dubstep rhythms on tracks like “Professional Loving” and “Double Edge” and wraps them in cohesive melodies without sacrificing the hard edge. The former is the true album standout with its truly heavy rolling bass and stripped down vibe. The menacing “Common Exchange” seems to fuse the darkest techno with the skittering synths of today’s bass driven beats. The luxurious “Count Backwards” seduces with driving kicks and a soaring chorus giving the song the feel of reminiscent of late-90s trip-hop. All the music is sexy but dark with a certain sense of unease. Also a classically trained pianist with a degree in Music Technology Emika uses all of the tools at her disposal showcasing her piano skills on the album closer “Credit Theme”. An apt closing track to a truly cinematic album that is definitely a paranoid, sci-fi epic in the tradition of Blade Runner. And like that film, Emika’s debut is a haunting masterpiece.

- Sean Garnett

http://www.emika.co.uk/
http://twitter.com/emikatwit

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Artist: Lana Del Rey
Title: Born To Die
Label: Interscope
Genre: Pop/Electronic/Alternative

While still relatively new to the music scene, Lana Del Rey has been under intense scrutiny since even before her debut album was released. Since dropping her self-made video for the powerfully enchanting “Video Games”, Del Rey has sent the blogosphere into a frenzy with everything from her name change to her lips to her widely panned appearance on Saturday Night Live. But take all of that away and what you are left with is simply an artist and her debut. The self-described “Gangster Nancy Sinatra” builds on the melancholy nostalgia hinted at in her glorious ballads “Video Games” and “Blue Jeans” on her debut Born To Die and despite all the criticism actually delivers a rather spellbinding album. While there are definitely missteps along the way there is plenty of excellent material that proves that Lana Del Rey is a force to be reckoned with.

Interestingly enough, most of the negative criticism around Del Rey has been around the claim that she is a product of label marketing. But one listen to Born To Die should dispel this idea as this is an album that stands apart from most modern pop. There are no instant club jams or upbeat anthems. Instead the album is an introspective, somber, and nostalgic piece of work that uses obscure references from past eras and combines them with rather dense lyrical storytelling. This is the anti-thesis of what labels are pushing these days and what is so compelling about Del Rey’s success. Everything from Nancy Sinatra, Shirley Bassey, and Andy Warhol to the Divinyls and Madonna are pulled from in Lana’s world. The ballads and their accompanying videos convey an entire world and image for her that has captured the imagination of many, while her gorgeously old-fashioned voice instantly stands out from other pop stars. There are plenty of other moments like “Video Games” throughout the album, the most successful being the smoky “Million Dollar Man” and the beautiful “Lucky Ones”. The album’s best tracks have the feel of stripped down dubstep or trip-hop, all grinding bass, simple percussion, and subtle samples. The best of these is “This Is What Makes Us Girls”, a head-nodding track where Lana reveals her troubled high school days. Both “Dark Paradise” and “Summertime Sadness” utilize this style and combine it with Lana’s lyrics of doomed love. Del Rey is best when embracing her dark side and stumbles when trying to craft more pop-friendly music such as the skippable “Diet Mounatin Dew” and “National Anthem”. However, she hits the sweet spot with “Radio” which seems to make use of the most compelling aspects of tracks like “Video Games” while also delivering a catchy upbeat hook.

While Lana Del Rey may not be everyone’s cup of tea, as a new artist developing her sound this shouldn’t be a problem. The simple truth is, stripped of all the hype and nonsense, Del Rey is a very interesting and compelling artist with a rather unique voice and vibe. Her emergence of the pop scene as a major player is a bright spot in the world of cookie cutter pop ciphers and dance divas. With her debut she has caught our attention and won’t let go.

- Norman Mayers

http://www.lanadelrey.com/
http://twitter.com/lanadelrey

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Nu-Soul Magazine + The Mezz present
ART+SOUL
Saturday March 3, 2012

Nu-Soul brings the Los Angeles Arts Community together with this unique experience in sight + sound

Held inside the unique downtown LA venue the Mezz, ART+SOUL brings together the finest in visual arts and creative expression with the very best in soulful music.

Featuring a Live Performance by

MAYA JUPITER
Australian music presenter and hip hop artist Maya Jupiter represents a new fusion in music. Her sound is infused with soul, hip-hop, and dancehall vibes with touches of Latin and world music. Powerful and socially conscious Maya Jupiter has the ability to lift spirits with her positive lyrics and dynamic performances.
http://mayajupiter.com/

A Special Beat Set by
D-FELIC
http://www.dfelic.com/

Sounds by
MZA + SEVEN57

Special Guest
DJ LUCHA

Hosted + Curated by
Nu-Soul Magazine + Cali + Christina Maxine

Visuals and Lighting by Astronaut Disco

Featuring the Digital Graffiti Wall by HearSee Av

Nail Art By KLEUR
http://www.facebook.com/kleur.me

Live Paintings + Art Gallery + Vendor Village

MORE ATTRACTIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED!

This is event is FREE until 11pm with an RSVP to http://tinyurl.com/artsoulmarch2012 or to events@nu-soulmag.com
$5 otherwise

RSVPs must be received by 6pm night of show!

Doors 9pm-2am
21+ w/ ID

The Mezz @ the Alexandria Hotel
501 S. Spring Street – 2nd Floor (follow the signs)
Los Angeles, CA 90013

About The Mezz
The Mezz Bar at The Alexandria Hotel is Downtown L.A.’s newest bar in it’s oldest location. Located in the heart of the new downtown LA, the Mezz provides the feel of a speakeasy but with gorgeous detailed ceilings, a stage, and plenty of space to roam.

Nu-Soul Magazine presents
BROKE AS F**K
Wednesday February 22, 2012

Join us for a FREE monthly night of breakbeats, bass, and booty!

Booty Shaking Beats by

AKAIDA
http://www.akaida.com/

TIBET SHA
http://twitter.com/tibet2blue

Plus Broke Residents

EVA
http://twitter.com/imeltyourface

ROXANNE
http://twitter.com/djroxanne

TECH-SON
http://www.fortun-entertainment.com

NOMAD
http://twitter.com/normysoul

9pm-2am
21+
NO COVER

$4 Beers until 11pm

Blu Monkey Lounge
5521 Hollywood Blvd
http://theblumonkey.com/

Follow Broke As F**k:
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Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union present
STRICTLY SOCIAL
Thursday February 16, 2012

Strictly Social continues to bring you the very best in progressive music with a special PRODUCER’S SHOWCASE. In 2 rooms of sound we will bring to you a cross section of bass heavy beats, electronic experimentation and soulful grooves.

Performances By

THAVIUS BECK
Composer of mercurial soundtracks for uncertain times, Thavius Beck conjoins various strains of electronic music to arrive at a daringly ambitious sound. He has received recognition in The Wire, Spin, and Urb for his solo releases under the moniker Adlib, the Labwaste project with fellow LA artist Subtitle, his recent production for fellow Mush artist K-The-I???, his early work with Global Phlowtations, numerous guest appearances, and producing alongside Trent Reznor for and touring in support of and accompanying Saul Williams. An exceptional programmer, engineer and multi-instrumentalist, Thavius Beck’s many talents allow him to take a song from idea to completion without ever having to leave his cluttered studio. Uncompromising vision and an ear for the unusual are staples of this writer/producer’s work.
http://soundcloud.com/thaviusbeck

MAST
http://soundcloud.com/mmaast
http://twitter.com/MMAAST

KONE
http://thekone.tumblr.com/
http://twitter.com/theKONE

Strictly Social Residents

DESTROYER
MONALISA
SEANO
SEVEN57
JAYVON

B Room Hosted by SOULECTION
Featuring
Joe Kay and Andre Power
http://soulection.com/

$8 Cover
$5 until 10:30pm w/ RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com

9pm-2am
21+

Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
http://littletemple.com

Follow Strictly Social
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