I had no idea who Kooley High was until I saw them perform at The Spliff last December. I met DJ Ill Digitz before the group began their set, who told me they came to Los Angeles from Raleigh, North Carolina just to perform at the show. I was impressed that they came to LA for the The Spliff, it’s usually a regional show. The Spliff is getting big!
When Kooley High hit the stage, I was really impressed. Their style is dope..a little bit backpack, a little bit country. Their beats are dope, their rhymes are slick, and they have a lady MC. I’m sold!
Ill Digitz passed me a couple of Kooley High CDs. Usually I barely pay attention when unknown artists pass me CDs, but I stashed them in my purse anyway.
I took a listen to their CDs, something I never do. And you know what? I listened to them in their entirety. More than once. Kooley High is one of those acts where if you take a chance on them, you’ll be glad you did it.
I’m very excited that music festival season is returning. There’s nothing like watching dope artists perform under the hot California sun.
Guerilla Union’s Paid Dues festival goes down on Saturday, April 3rd in San Bernadino, CA. The lineup includes MURS, Ice Cube, Raekwon, Jay Electronica, Dogg Pound, and will be hosted by my good friend DJ Val the Vandle. Go ‘head Val!
I’m excited to see Ice Cube and Dogg Pound. Those are two of my favorite hip hop acts of all time. If Snoop were going to be there, I will have died and gone to hip hop heaven.
Go here for ticket info: http://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/5023
L-Boogie has resurfaced! Check out this video of Lauryn Hill performing “That Thing (Doo Wop) at the Raggamuffin Festival in New Zealand. The video looks like it was taken from someone’s phone, but the quality isn’t that bad. She’s crazy as all get out, but she still got it! I hope this gets the momentum going for a US tour…and maybe an album? *Crossing my fingers*
The lineup for Coachella 2010 has been revealed! Everyone’s favorite rapper Jay-Z is headlining the show this year. De La Soul will also be gracing the stage. Looks like an awesome balance of hip hop, alternative, funk and electronica. I hope to make it to Coachella this year. Check the lineup!
I know its last minute, but if you’re in LA tonight and want to see Fe Fe Dobson, check her out at the Hard Rock Cafe @ Universal City Walk. Show starts @ 8pm, tickets are only $10, 21+!
In Atlanta this weekend? Hit up the A3C Hip Hop Festival featuring live performances by Little Brother, Wale, The Clipse, B.O.B, and others.
In addition to performances, look forward to industry panels, art shows, and other events. According to the official schedule, the festival will take place at multiple venues in the East Atlanta Village area Oct 1-3, and all access passes are available. This should be a dope event, so check it out!
If you live in LA or will be here this weekend, check out De La Soul this Friday at the Key Club! I would go to the show but my money is mad funny. I need a hookup on tickets, I’m a blogger for Chrissakes. Meh. I don’t feel too bad since I saw De La at UCLA Jazz Fest Memorial Day weekend, and they fucking rocked it. They still got it. People, THIS is hip hop. You. Must. Learn.
Some friends and I are hitting up the UCLA Jazz Fest this Memorial Day weekend, and we want to bring food for a picnic as opposed to buying food at the venue. It’s more affordable and healthy, and also adds a personal, homemade feel to the outing. Unfortunately the venue is shady about concert-goers bringing coolers to the event, so we’re forced to come up with non-perishable food ideas for the picnic. If the “no cooler” rule wasn’t an issue, I would go all out.
The idea is to bring along food items that are easy to transport, and easy to eat. Finger foods are a good bet, anything that requires too much assembly is complicated and messy.
Notes for Food Consumption Outdoors
When preparing and eating food outdoors, remember to keep perishable items in a cooler.
Water may be at a premium, so keep antibacterial wipes handy
Bring plenty of ziploc bags and plastic wrap to store items with a propensity to leak
Don’t forget to double check and make sure you have utensils and condiments for your food!
What are some of your favorite picnic recipes? And does anyone have any tips on keeping food fresh without a cooler? I’m trying to circumvent the “no cooler” rule.
Memorial Day Weekend at that, so you got Monday off people! You know what that means. You can’t be sitting around idly talking about, “I’m gonna get my rest in this weekend.” Nah playa. Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start to summer. And that means you gotta get that ass out and party!
If you happen to be in Los Angeles this weekend, here’s some events. I can’t guarantee I’ll be attending, but if you’re in town drop me a comment and let me know what you’re up to!
Friday 5/22 Falcon
Note: This event will be Hollywood so you have to dress accordingly. Expect things to be scene-y.
Sat 5/23Drake Performance @ Element
Sun 5/24 UCLA Jazz Reggae Fest
I’m hitting this one up, fa sho. I gotsa see Mz. Badu do her thing. I’m passing on Reggae Day tho. I’m resting on Monday
