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Video - Philly 360° Exclusive: Biz Markie
It's springtime in Philly and if you're like me, you definitely get the fever as the sun gets hotter. There's so much to do with all of that energy in Philly, so I took mine and headed over to the famous vintage sportswear company Mitchell & Ness to celebrate the release of its Spring 2012 Collection with the legendary DJ Biz Markie.
It was the first time I had been to the new location at 1201 Chestnut and all I can say is wow! The beautiful and enormous location housed some of Philly's most prominent tastemakers as they checked out the new "old school" spring fashions.
Insider Tip: Look out for more female apparel that is being added to the store.
After I got over the initial shock of being overwhelmed by the upgrade, I set my sights on DJ Biz Markie, who has a long relationship with Mitchell & Ness and an even longer one with Philly. Check out the video as he dishes about his long love affair with Philly and what he loves most this city.
Laiya's World: The Crates - April 28
Don't you love it when new school joins forces with the classics? Me too! That's why I am so excited to let you know about this great event happening tomorrow, April 28, called The Crates. For all my forward thinking hip hop heads, The Crates refers to the days before 2004 when DJ's carried vinyl albums in crates to different gigs.
On Saturday, some of Philly's finest MCs will join forces to start a series commemorating some of the dopest eras in hip hop. This week they start with 1988-1994. The best part of it all? There will be an actual mixtape released to the public! So, this Saturday join Billy ABSTRACT, DjAYEboogie, Space High Pate, Space High Lil, Ryshon Jones, 5 Grand, Bones HR and Philly 360 Creative Ambassadors Writtenhouse a they present The Crates at one of Philly's freshest new venues, The Headhouse. See you there!
Event Details:
The Crates
Saturday, Apri 28
10:00 p.m.
The Headhouse
122 Lombard Street
After Dark With AfroDJiak: The Philly Agenda - Events April 26 - May 2
The Philly Agenda is a brief, weekly listing of hand picked events in the Philadelphia area. This week we’ve definitely got you all the way covered. From The Roots Mural Project to DJ Statik at Walnut Room, we’ve definitely got you!
Babylon Cartel Presents: Schoolboy Q
Thursday, April 26
7 p.m.
334 South Street
Inisder Tip: This event features Asaad!, Paris Artelli, Gianni Lee and Ab Soul.
Hezekiah Presents: The Uptown Jam Session
Thursday, April 26
9 p.m.
4912 Baltimore Avenue
Insider Tip: This is an open mic and jam session; no cover.
The Roots Mural Project: Tatyana Fazlalizadeh Exhibition
Friday, April 27
6 - 8 p.m.
Mural Arts - Headhouse District
641 South Street
Insider Tip: Look out for me spinning. This event has no cover.
MMP! Michael, Madonna, Prince, DJ Deejay & Friends
Friday, April 27
10 p.m.
951 Frankford Avenue
Insider Tip: This event has a $5 cover.
DJ Phsh & Place Your Art Here Present PHSH TANK!
Saturday, April 28
10 p.m.
613 S.4th Street
Insider Tip: Look out for art work by Ron Ackins. This event has a $5 cover.
Saturday, April 28
1709 Walnut Street
Insider Tip: This event features DJ Statik aka Mr. Sonny James. No cover.
Mad Decent Mondays Presents Surefire Sound 2012 Spring Tour!
Monday, April 30
10 p.m.
The M-Room
15 W Girard Avenue
Insider Tip: This event features DJ Dirty South Joe and special guests, and it is hosted by Spank Rock. There is a $5 cover for this event.
Wednesday, May 2
1709 Walnut Street
Insider TIp: This event features DJ Brendan Bring'em and Low Budget and is hosted by MC Elixir
Philly 360˚ Rewind: Inside The Studio With Jaguar Wright, the Jazzyfatnastees, Aja Danzler & Lady Alma
Inside the Studio with the Ladies of the Black Lily was a special night for all in attendance. The intention was to bring together a group of women that changed the face of the Philadelphia music scene through one movement and one night of the week called the "Black Lily." At Warmdaddy's, the ladies of It's the Life Creative brought together five of the women who were with the Black Lily from the start until the night it was over. The Jazzyfatnastees were the first to hit the couch in honor of coming up with the idea for such a momentous and historic night in Philly music history.
Later in the night, they were joined by Lady Alma, Aja Graydon Danzler (half of Kindred the Family Soul) and Jaguar Wright. Each lady used the Black Lily stage as their training ground which in turn prepped them to become powerful forces in the world of music. To see them reminisce about their adventures and life-long formed sisterhood was the perfect way to celebrate Women's History Month. To further complement the mood, It’s the Life Creative provided music by Philly 360˚ Creative Ambassador and Insider DJ AfroDJiak, and visuals by newly crowned Creative Ambassador Serena Saunders and P Butter Paint, adding to this unforgettable celebration of women.
Check out the video!
Philly 360° Exclusive Video: Estelle
She may be born and raised in West London; however, this Grammy-winner is no stranger to Philadelphia. From working with The Roots to Carvin & Ivan, she's been in Philly and definitely has some of the Philly flavor in her music.
Estelle was in town for her "All of Me" tour as part of BET Music Matters. Philly's own DJ Aktive, Adam Blackstone, Carvin & Ivan, Mike McArthur, Jerome Hipps, John Barber III and opening acts Luke James and Bridget Kelly were all in the house.
Estelle took some time out for students from GRAMMY U, the DASH program and Philly 360° during her soundcheck at World Cafe Live.
Watch her talk about her connections to Philly and more.
Philly 360° Shout Out to Mike McArthur and Jerome Hipps of Mama's Boys Music for making the interview happen!
After Dark With AfroDJiak: The Philly Agenda - Events April 6 - 7
The Philly Agenda is a quick listing of upcoming events in the Philadelphia area that I recommend.
The Bounce with Emynd and Bo Bliz
Friday, April 6
10 p.m.
$5 cover
Tastytreats x LBS with DJs Mike Nyce and Brendan Bring'em
Saturday, April 7
10 p.m.
613 South 4th Street
$10 cover
Insider Tip: Ladies get in for free before 11pm.
JAM In April For Jazz Appreciation Month
JAM In April For Jazz Appreciation Month
Looking for what’s in the pocket in Philly’s jazz scene this month? We’ve got what you need to groove. From jammin’ with Warren Oree at Relish to venue-hopping during the Center City Jazz Festival, there are plenty of happenings making some sweet noise.
Here’s how we plan to JAM:
Gigs
Wynton Marsalis: The Ballad of the American Arts
Tuesday, April 3
7:30 p.m.
Kimmel Center – Verizon Hall
300 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
City Hall Presents Jazz Bridge
Wednesday, April 11
5:30-6:30 p.m.
City Hall – Mayor’s Reception Room
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Friday, April 13
6 p.m.
230 Vine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Jazz Groove: Sexy, Cool, and Oh So Sophisticated
Friday, April 13
9201 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
Jazz Appreciation Concert with Anthony Tidd
Friday, April 20
11 a.m.
Kimmel Center – Commonwealth Plaza
300 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Insider tip: Anthony Tidd is also the Director of the Kimmel Center’s Creative Music Program.
Wells Fargo Presents: Jazz ‘til Sunrise
Saturday, April 21
10 p.m.-4:30 a.m.
The African American Museum in Philadelphia
701 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Insider tip: Doc Gibbs, Tim Warfield and Ella Gahnt will be bringing the music until the sun comes up!
Philly Jazz Mural Tour & Breakfast
Saturday, April 22
5 a.m.
African American Museum in Philadelphia
701 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Wells Fargo Presents: Jazz Up, Down and Around
Sunday, April 22
The African American Museum in Philadelphia
701 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Insider tip: The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble will tear up the stage with their tribute to jazz icon Lee Morgan.
Thursday, April 26-Sunday, April 29
Various times
7152 Ogontz Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19138
Insider tip: Look out for Sherry Butler’s interview in our upcoming jazz video series!
Saturday, April 28
1-8 p.m.
Chris’ Jazz Café, MilkBoy Philadelphia, Time Restaurant and Fergie’s Pub
Insider tip: Look out for performances by headliner Sean Jones, Ernest Stuart, Mike Boone, Denise King, Luke Carlos O'Reilly, Jessi Teich and more!
Saturday, April 28
Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts
736-38 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Insider tip: Jazz musicians taking us way back to celebrate the American Federation of Musicians Local 274.
Jams
Every Monday
1315 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
James Santangelo Trio & Open Mic
Every Tuesday
10 p.m.-2 a.m.
1421 Sansom St.
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Every Wednesday
8 p.m.
1400 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, 19147
Insider tip: Hosted by MoShay LaRen and special appearances by Luke O’Reilly!
Every Wednesday
7152 Ogontz Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19138
Insider tip: Featuring the sizzling sounds of the Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble!
Wednesday, April 25
8 p.m.
Kimmel Center – Commonwealth Plaza
300 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Every Friday
6-8 p.m.
9201 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
Insider tip: The new season starts back up on Friday, April 13.
Every Friday
8-11 p.m.
4912 Baltimore Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19143
Grooves
Bone Apetit by Jeff Bradshaw
Insider tip: Check out Jeff Bradshaw’s new video for with Philly 360˚ Creative Ambassador Marsha Ambrosius here. His album will be released on Tuesday, April 24.
Radio Music Society by Esperanza Spalding
Insider tip: Check out the album here.
Forever by Chick Corea
Insider tip: The album won two GRAMMY®’s this year—Best Improvised Jazz Solo and Best Jazz Instrumental Album! Check it out here.
For more insider info on what's happening for Jazz Appreciation Month, check out creativephl.org/jazz.
James' Arts & Culture Revival: City Hall Presents
I catch myself saying this line all of the time, “Philly is a true arts city.” Whenever I take a stroll around town, I always notice our striking public art, or some awesome live music drifting out of one of the many hip restaurants, trendy bars, quirky cafes - and now, even City Hall is getting in on the show!
Starting this month, The Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy will host a new series called City Hall Presents that features the full spectrum of talent found in Philly’s amazingly vibrant performing arts community.
The first show will be on March 28 and will feature the tremendous talents of the international spoken word champions, the Philly Youth Poetry Movement (PYPM). Please trust me me when I say that these young poets are some of the dopest writers and performers in the game.
In May, Philly 360° Creative Ambassadors Rennie Harris and Nikki Jean will both shine their bright lights on the City Hall stage. On May 2, hip-hop dance company Rennie Harris RHAW will explode on the scene with an innovative and electrifying hip-hop dance performance. That will be followed by a May 9 performance where singer/songwriter Nikki Jean wil delight the crowd with her warm voice, infectious smile and hip sounds.
You can checkout creativephl.org to view the full City Hall Presents schedule.
After Dark With AfroDJiak: Afro Event Pick - Dutty Chutney - March 31
I had a hard time selecting my Afro Pick for this weekend since there are two really great dance parties happening this weekend. And when I say really great, I mean dance-all-night-and-work-up-an-appetite-for-late-night-food type of great.
On one hand, there is the Philly hip-hop dance party staple - Bodyrock. And on the other hand, there is a fairly young party - Dutty Chutney.
With its bhangra, dancehall, sosa and reggae sound clash, our winner is Dutty Chutney!
This episode of Dutty Chutney boasts heavyweight resident DJs Mandip and M-Ski alongside guest DJ Kenny Meez of Federation Sound. There will also be a special performance from Fools Gold! Talk about a workout on the dance floor! The only other things needed are Jamaican patties and samosas. Actually, I’ve heard they are sometimes served there.
The damage to your pocket? Only five of the best dollars you’ve ever spent before midnight. So, see you on the dance floor!
Resident DJs Mandip and M-SKI
Alongside Kenny Meez from Federation Sound
Saturday, March 31
9 p.m.
$7 cover after midnight
After Dark With AfroDJiak: The Philly Agenda - Events March 30 - April 1
The Philly Agenda is a brief listing of events in Philly’s nightlife scene. This week’s listing includes a mixture of live performance and dance parties hosted by some of my favorite local DJs. Be sure to check out my Afro Pick Of The Week to see where you might run into me on the dance floor!
Equinox 2012: Geogria Anne Muldrow, Dudley Perkins & Special Guests!
Wednesday, March 28
9 p.m.
1533 Ridge Avenue
$20 cover
Selina Carrera + Nikki Jean Live!
Friday, March 30
7 p.m.
421 N. 7th Street
$15 cover
Illvibe Collective in association w/ gL Productions presents BODYROCK
DJs Mr. Sonny James, Lil' Dave, Skipmode, Panek, Phillee Blunt + Phsh
Friday, March 30
1230 N Front Street
9 p.m.
$5 cover after 10 p.m.
Resident DJs Mandip and M-SKI
Alongside Kenny Meez from Federation Sound
Saturday, March 31
9 p.m.
$7 cover after midnight
Sunday, April 1
7 p.m.
$14 cover
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- Philly360: Enjoying lunch with @mommyfactor and @KyleenTheDiva at City Tavern!
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