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The Do Over Brooklyn continued, and the first installment of UK Madness with Cornell University and Johan Kugelberg to kick things off.
Meet my Irish cousin…his name is Pat MeGroin. Welcome to Week 63.
DJ Salva
WHERE: Do Over Brooklyn, The Well
WHEN: Sunday, September 9, 2012
Smashed it. First time I met homie and he was not only a solid DJ, but a real nice dude too.
Beard Masters
WHERE: Do Over Brooklyn, The Well
WHEN: Sunday, September 9, 2012
Stay tuned for their new grooming show on Vienna TV sometime in 2025... I kid…my mans Akalepse (Truth & Soul/Props) and Majestic Mood (Vienna) enjoying Do Over BK to the fullest.
Me, Nickodemus, and New York City's Finest
WHERE: Do Over Brooklyn, The Well
WHEN: Sunday, September 9, 2012
No, they weren't there to bust us…Tim (2nd from right) is actually a true blue record man and a long time friend of Nickodemus. I've known him for 10 years myself. So flavor...
Karizma & Nickodemus: Perfect Together
WHERE: Do Over Brooklyn, The Well
WHEN: Sunday, September 9, 2012
Karizma destroyed the set, as usual, then I rocked for an hour and a half, then Nickodemus joined us for an hour's worth of one record apiece. So inspiring.
Mama Taxi
WHERE: New Jersey Turnpike
WHEN: Monday, September 10, 2012
Nothing like getting a ride to the airport from your moms. Love this lady more than life itself. My most important source of inspiration and support ever.
The Metropolitan Hotel
WHERE: Old Park Lane, Mayfair, London
WHEN: Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Nicest hotel I've ever experienced in the UK, hands down.
Shok 1 Tribute To Stay High 149
WHERE: Shok 1 Studio, Borough Tube Station, London
WHEN: Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Beautiful tribute to Stay High 149 at Shok 1's London studio. This guy is a fucking animal with the cans. He calls this his Xray style. Flavor.
Canned Goods
WHERE: Shok 1 Studio, Borough Tube Station, London
WHEN: Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Shok 1's can supply at his new studio space in West London. This ain't even a third of it. Craziness.
Beautiful Ugliness
WHERE: Brick Lane, London
WHEN: Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Nature on Brick Lane.
Art Yard Lampin'
WHERE: Brick Lane, London
WHEN: Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Yard full of random graf that my man Shok 1 showed us as he preps to take over the lot for an exhibition coming up some time in the fall. Stay tuned for the follow up on this one.
Wonderful Accident
WHERE: Apple Store, London
WHEN: Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Standing in the Apple Store, waiting for Ben and Katherine to sort out a new SIM card, when I look over my shoulder only to see...Stevie Wonder!
I approached his security man Frances to tell him I'm a friend of DJ Spinna and that Mr. Wonder and I have met in NYC and Stevie RECOGNIZED MY VOICE, REACHED IN MY DIRECTION, TOUCHED MY SHOULDER, AND SAID HE REMEMBERED MEETING ME AT THE MANHATTAN CENTER WITH BOBBITO.
I almost died right there in the damn store. One more off the bucket list.
Power Lunch
WHERE: Mayfair, London
WHEN: Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Joan Winterkorn (Cornell '73) is the head curator at Quaritch, the oldest antiquarian bookseller in England. She's also one of the most important antiquarian book authorities worldwide. Today, Joan treated us to a beautiful lunch to discuss CHHC, its role within Cornell's Rare Books and Manuscripts archive, and our approach to curriculum. So informative and vital to our future. Such an honor. Never in my life could I have imagined being in such company, and being considered vital to the point at hand.
Peter Harrington Rare Books
WHERE: Chelsea, London
WHEN: Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Anther extremely important and well respected antique bookseller, run by Katherine Reagan's undergrad friend Adam Blakeny, who showed us some of the most amazing pieces of literature I've ever held in my own two hands.
With The Greatest
WHERE: Peter Harrington Rare Books
WHEN: Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Incredible series of David King photos of a young Muhammad Ali in training at Peter Harrington's.
One fine day, I will own one of these. Watch me.
Go Tell It On The Mountain, First Pressing 1953
WHERE: Peter Harrington Rare Books
WHEN: Wednesday, September 12, 2012
With full paper sleeve around the hardback and original clear dust sleeve, inside a true antiquarian sheath. This is like holding a crown jewel. Baldwin is by far one of my favorite authors ever.
What's Inside
WHERE: Peter Harrington Rare Books
WHEN: Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Signed, "Jimmy B." and going for almost 7,000 pounds. This business is not a game, kids. Just one of a gang of mind-blowing things I saw today.
When Convenience Goes Bad
WHERE: Picadilly Square, London
WHEN: Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Gentlemen, when wearing a suit, do not fuck up your profile by throwing a child's backpack over your blazer. I don't give a shit where you work, if you are rich or poor, or how tired you are. Dress like a professional, and not for convenience. It's what separates the men from the boys, and the ladies from the little girls in business sometimes. It's not about money or expensive things; it's about taste, protocol, and taking pride in the image you project. Carry on.
Power Dinner
WHERE: Japanese Restaurant, Oxford Circus, London
WHEN: Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Wonderful and informative dinner with Katherine Reagan and Ben Ortiz (Cornell Hip Hop Collection), Dego (4 Hero, 2000 Black, Mr. Good Good), and Ty (Ty Music, Allenko Brotherhood Ensemble) discussing CHHC's process, UK hip-hop history, and why higher education on our culture is so vital today. incredible time with some of the smartest folks I know.
"Someday All The Adults Will Die" by John Kugelberg
WHERE: Hayward Gallery, Southbank Center, London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
The introductory graphic for Johan Kugelberg's Punk Graphics exhibition in London. The remainder of the collection that is NOT on display here is already in Cornell University's Rare Books and Manuscript Archive, to be joined by the elements in this exhibit upon the exhibit closing in a few weeks. All my UK folks and those traveling to London should make time to see this exhibit. So thorough, so focused, and so important.
Punk Preamble
WHERE: Hayward Gallery, Southbank Center, London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
This is what you need to know about the origins of Punk music's graphic demeanor and starting point. "A culture of fundamentally entitled kids so full of boredom that their boredom turned into a form of hate" is the phrase I heard that day that sticks with me. Carry on.
Johan Kugelberg
WHERE: Hayward Gallery, Southbank Center, London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
Mr. Kugelberg doing a brilliant job of breaking down the myths and misconceptions about punk's graphic and musical pioneers for a room full of expat Cornell University grads and trustees.
Curious Brain Trust
WHERE: Hayward Gallery, Southbank Center, London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
The audience that was invited to this exclusive press junket and debriefing on the anatomy of Kugelberg's exhibit. Surreal day.
Kev Beadle For Prime Minister
WHERE: The White Horse, Hoxton Street, East London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
My man Kev Beadle (South Port Weekender, Mind Fluid) is one of the coolest dudes on earth, and a fantastic DJ. As of today, I'm proud to say he is a true friend of mine too. Such a good dude. This was our on sight greeting at The White Horse about 3 records into his early set.
Salted Beef Bagels
WHERE: Brick Lane, London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
My brother Phil Asher took me here to get a quick salted bagel prior to my event at the White Horse on Hoxton Street. Reminded me of Katz Deli on Houston in NYC. Incredible pre-gig snacks, and of course the incredible company of Mr. Asher.
Book Rock
WHERE: The White Horse, Hoxton Street, East London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
Ben Ortiz (Cornell), Adam Blakeny (Peter Harrington), and Katherine Reagan (Cornell) about 30 minutes before my set at The White Horse.
Sweatboxin'
WHERE: The White Horse, Hoxton Street, East London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
I could've cooked an egg on the dance floor it was so bloodclot hot in there, but as you can see, we rocked on and didn't give a shit about the heat. Moments like this is why I love rocking in London.
Magnificent 7" Personified
WHERE: The White Horse, Hoxton Street, East London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
These are the breaks…all night...
Smart Dancers
WHERE: The White Horse, Hoxton Street, East London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
The woman on the left is Catheryn C. Obern MS '81, PhD '87 Director of Alumni Affairs and Development/Cornell University. A very warm and open minded woman, who gave me some truly sage advice on moving my own agendas forward as a Cornell graduate. I unfortunately don't know the name of the woman next to her, but i do know that she was part of the throng of expat Cornellians who came to check out the show that night. Would have NEVER thought I would be entertaining CU administrators anywhere, let alone London, England, and under the banner of Cornell's Hip Hop Collection.
1,000 Words
WHERE: The White Horse, Hoxton Street, East London
WHEN: Thursday, September 13, 2012
Don't know the woman in this shot personally, but that about sums up the night at the White Horse.
Learning from One of the Best
WHERE: Southbank Center, London
WHEN: Friday, September 14, 2012
This guy is so fucking smart it should be criminal. After our first time spending a few days in each other's company, it is beyond clear to me that I can learn a ton from Johan Kugelberg. Really honored to get that time in. The ball is now in play.
Upcoming Shows
September 21, 2012 (10 p.m. — 2 a.m.)
FRESH FRIDAYS w/DJ Bee
Jewish Mother
600 Nevan Road
Virginia Beach, VA
21+
$7/10
Shouts to DJ Bee and Commonwealth. I haven’t DJed in VA Beach in well over a decade. I appreciate you guys for the booking. Here’s to a great night!
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September 22, 2012
BOOM BAP w/Rate, Bowls + Case Bloom
The Five Spot
1006 Forrest Ave.
Nashville
21+
$5 before midnight
Ready to rock Nashville for the first time ever with my friend Case Bloom. Here’s to many more…
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September 24, 2012 (8 p.m. — 12 a.m.)
An Evening with RICH MEDINA
The Haunt
16+
$10/12 advance tickets here
I would have never figured that I’d be DJing as a headliner at a venue that I supported so much as an undergrad when I was at Cornell. I also never thought I’d have been teaching a class at my Alma Mater the next morning. Go figure!
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September 26, 2012 (10 p.m. — 4 a.m.)
PROPS w/DJ AKALEPSE
(Le) Poisson Rouge
158 Bleecker St.
New York
21+
Free before 10 p.m.; $10 after 10 p.m.
Me & Lepse continue fighting the good fight on Wednesday nights in NYC! Each and every week for going on 10 years now! no filler, no radio fluff...strictly bangers, and strictly para tu. Free before 11pm every week kids. LPR.
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September 28, 2012 (5 p.m. — 12 a.m.)
JUMP N FUNK – ARTAFTER5
Philadelphia Museum of Art
26th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia
ALL AGES
FREE
The last time Mark Hines and I presented JUMP N FUNK in a museum setting, it was bananas. I expect more of the same. Salute Florcy, for the opportunity.
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October 5, 2012 (9 p.m. — 2 a.m.)
JUMP N FUNK w/Mark Hines, Enoch Is Real, Nappy DJ Needles, Will Power & Jingo
Lola
500 N. 14th St.
St. Louis
21+
$10 Advance
Second time around for JNF in STL. First time was outrageous. This time, we’re expecting a fleet of ambulances.
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October 12, 2012 (9 p.m. — 2 a.m.)
JUMP N FUNK/FELABRATION 2012 w/The Marksmen, Itch 13 and Afroqbano
The Shrine
2109 South Wabash Ave.
Chicago
21+
Advance tickets $7
Mark and I haven’t presented JNF in Chi-town in quite some time. Ready to seriously bring it to their annual Felabration, and show Chicagoans what the longest standing Afrobeat party in North America is all about!
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October 13, 2012 (10 p.m. — 4 a.m.)
REVIVAL w/DJ PQ + NAI PALM
Free Candy
905 Atlantic Ave.
Brooklyn
21+
$10 ($5 with RSVP to [email protected])
It seems like every time I play in Bed-Stuy, sparks fly and asses shake. I couldn’t resist starting a monthly when my man Alex proposed it to me. This is the first ever edition of our new Revival party. And if that wasn’t enough, it’s the North American debut of a dope, dope singer, Nai Palm, from the band Hiatus Kaiyote (Melbourne, Australia). You’ll be hearing a lot from her band in the years to come. Hear me now, believe me later.
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October 18, 2012 (9 p.m. — 2 a.m.)
JUMP N FUNK w/The Marksmen
Neighborhood Theatre
511 E. 36th St., Charlotte, N.C.
18+
$15/20
This will be Mark’s and my first time ever bringing Jump N Funk to Charlotte. Thanks to Jalonda for making it happen, and ready to make this the first of many!
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October 19, 2012 (9pm—2am)
JUMP N FUNK
The Echo
1822 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles
21+
$10 before midnight
The seventh annual L.A. Jump N Funk should be nothing less than spectacular, especially with how well AfroBeatles was received at MacArthur Park a few weeks ago. Salute Asad, Cognito and Ryan for their loyalty and effort on behalf of JNF.
