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Another flyer for the party. Clearly, we took a DIY approach to the flyers. But we spent a ton of money on records and baby powder.
DJ Kristi Lomax the early years. Lady Copper gave me a chance when she should've told me stay home and keep practicing. God Bless her.
Sacred is one of the founders and DJs of L.A.'s influential Soul Children collective. He is also the man who designs their flyers. The essence of all soul children parties are branded right there in his distinctive graphic style. Black people, black spirit, black culture.
Girls rock! Some even DJ! This could be a self portrait. I saw myself in that little girl. Music's been with me since I was a little girl bangin' on pots and pans in the kitchen, while my mother made dinner.
Logo designed by Ray Noland of Creative Rescue Organization in Chi-town. Check out his online magazine The Black List.
San Francisco party.
b/w back of the flyer.
Another San Francisco party. But what's up with that name?
b/w back of the flyer.
Ron Trent used to be the resident DJ before heading back to Chi-town. I love how the flyer captures the essence of a good party...energy!!
Excellent use of this Marian Anderson photo.
Do you remember the time?
Do you think she regrets this?
Super group! (Front row L to R) Wendy Melvoin, Erykah Badu, Suzanna Melvoin. (Back Row L to R) James Poyser, Mike Elizondo, Ahmir "?uestlove" Thompson, Lisa Coleman, and Doyle Bramhall II.
Put some Grace in your face! Ladies and gentlemen Ms. Grace Jones! Booty...um, body art by Keith Haring.
Another Ray Noland creation.Go tell mama, I'm for Obama!
Badu is on a creative high and we like it!
The ladies of Ubquita: DJs Moni, Reborn, Selly, shErOck, and hosted by the lovely Kim Knox. These ladies have been holdin' it down in NY for 7 years and counting. Respect!!
Parrish Wintersmith & Evan Landes collectively known as The Groove Junkies (MoreHouse records), have been flying under the radar of the Los Angeles dance community, but have a huge international following.