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Sickest Addictions Birthday Cake X Dizzy Gillespie

October 21, 1917 – Dizzy Gillespie was born in Cheraw, Sputh Carolina and is one of the greatest contributors to jazz music. He is arguably the best trumpeter in jazz history being the teachers and main influence of jazz legends … Continue reading

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Today Revisited X Isaac Hayes

August 10, 2008 – The singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor, Isaac Hayes passed away. Hayes was one of the influential musicians behind the genre of soul, funk, jazz-funk and disco; and is also regarded as being responsible for the evolution of … Continue reading

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FlyLo Directs Jeremiah Jae’s Video for “Money”

The Low End Theory regular took a break from his music to direct a music video for his artist Jeremiah Jae on Brainfeeder. The simple and straight forward video is a great match to the lyrical content of  Jae’s song. … Continue reading

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Sickest Addictions Birthday Cake X Prince

June 7, 1958 – Prince Rogers Nelson, better known as simply, Prince, was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and is easily recognized as one of the ultimate icons in music history. Music to Prince was unavoidable as a child, being brought … Continue reading

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Sickest Addictions Birthday Cake X Miles Davis

May 26, 1926 – Miles Dewey Davis III, better known as simply Miles Davis, was born in Alton, Illinois and is one of the biggest influences and pioneers of jazz music. As a child, his mother wanted him to play … Continue reading

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Sickest Addictions Birthday Cakes X Ella Fitzgerald & Al Pacino

April 25, 1917 – Ella Fitzgerald was born in Newport News, Virginia and was an aspiring dancer as a child before becoming a legendary musician. She was known for her wide vocal range and unique scat singing. Fitzgerald is considered … Continue reading

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Sickest Addictions Birthday Cakes X Billie Holiday & Jackie Chan

April 7, 1915 – Eleanora Harris, better known as Billie Holiday, was born in Philly, Pennsylvania and is one of the most influential singers of jazz music. She didn’t have much formal musical training growing up but her keen ear … Continue reading

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Sickest Addictions Birthday Cakes X Muddy Waters & Maya Angelou & Clive Davis & Jill Scott & Heath Ledger & Curren$y

April 4, 1915 – McKinley Morganfield, better known as Muddy Waters aka Father of Modern Chicago Blues, was born in Issaquena County, Mississippi. He began playing the harmonica but eventually transitioned to playing the guitar. His style and voice is inspired by his … Continue reading

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Robert Glasper Experiment – “Smells Like Teen Spirit”

Robert Glasper is a musician that blends jazz and hip-hop very well. He could be a new spark that jazz has been waiting for. Along with his spacey fresh sound, he also does some pretty good covers. My favorite covers … Continue reading

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Sickest Addictions Birthday Cakes X J Dilla

February 7, 1974 – One of the most influential musical geniuses and THE producer of producers was born. James Dewitt Yancey, better known as J Dilla, was born in Detroit, Michigan and gained his musical influence and knowledge from his … Continue reading

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New Flylo Album @ Coachella

If you’ve already got your ticket for Coachella (or if you were smart enough to get the payment plan) then you should definitely make your stop to see Flying Lotus. Not only will the LA native be playing an awesome … Continue reading

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Re: Generation Music Project

DJ’s have been known to recreate, mash, sample, and mix music to make their own sound. In the film Re:Generation Music Project, 6 very talented DJ’s from different genres all get paired with a genre that is out of their … Continue reading

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Sickest Addictions Birthday Cakes X Ethan Bortnick

December 24, 2000 – A musical kid genius was born. Ethan Bortnick was born in Pembroke Pines, Florida and is one of the youngest philanthropists in the world! This kid is only turning eleven and he has already helped raise … Continue reading

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Beat Swap Meet #16

THIS SUNDAY: Beat Swap Meet LA returns! Sunday December 11th, for our 16th installment - www.beatswapmeet.com FOR THE TRUE RECORD COLLECTORS: Vendors arrive as early as 9am for setup, we have Breakfast available & Coffee too, courtesy of Corazon de Jah, … Continue reading

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