My Life in the sunshine and the high desert Book signing
On August 18th, we are hosting authors Nabil Ayers and James Spooner here at The Artform Studio for a book discussion on their new books My Life in the Sunshine and The High Desert. Hosted by Michael Barnes. The event starts at 7pm so be sure to show up on time. We can’t wait to see you all at the event!
blu & exile 15 year anniversary tour
Blu & Exile, celebrating the 15th year anniversary of Below the heavens! Performing the album in its entirety as well as other classics!
JAZZ IS DEAD THE TOUR: NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL
“Jazz Is Dead, making their Newport debut, delivered one of the top three performances of the fest, building their set with captivating, smooth grooves to a mind-blowing crescendo. Backed by the L.A. band Katalyst, who performed for the full set, co-leaders Adrian Younge and Ali Shaheed Muhammad, switching off on keys/synths and bass, brought out their guests. Legendary bassist Henry Franklin was first, staying for a couple of tunes followed by iconic B3 organist Doug Carn who fit in beautifully with the sound. When 82-year-old altoist Gary Bartz hit the stage, the audience was in an uproar and for this writer, it was one of the most magical moments of the three days. Bartz sang his classic, inspired by Langston Hughes “I’ve Known Rivers” from 1974, one that did not even appear on his collaboration with Younge and Muhammad Jazz Is Dead 006. Following an instrumental Carn and Franklin reappeared with the full ensemble doing a hybrid rap number, leaving us wanting so much more.”
Record Store Day 2022
Feels good to be programming all ages, family friendly events for FREE at The Artform Studio again!
Like usual, we reached out to close to 20 of our favorite djs and music people in the city and have organized a day long party. This years twist is that we will be going on a special overseas trip (more to be disclosed in the days to come) and will be bringing back stacks upon stacks of records for you all to sift through on #recordstoreday
DILLA TIME W/ AUTHOR DAN CHARNAS
By now, you must’ve heard or read about the incredible work Dan Charnas did in writing about the life and times of one of the greatest to ever make a beat.
We will be celebrating the life of J Dilla with a few of our friends in a couple weeks.
We’ve ordered a hearty supply of books so come ready to get yours signed.
Dj set by Peanutbutter Wolf and discussion with Dan Charnas hosted by @soulsides.
