We honor Houston’s own Phylicia Rashad. Many are unaware of just how varied Ms. Rashad’s life and career has been. Best known for her role as Clair Huxtable in “The Cosby Show,” the NAACP dubbed her “the mother” of the African American community at its 42nd NAACP awards.

Little Known Facts:

- Phylicia Rashad is the first Black woman to win a Tony award for her performance as Lena Younger in the play A Raisin in the Sun in 2004.

- Rashad’s mother Vivian Ayers was a Pulitzer prize nominated artist, poet, playwright, scholar and publisher.

- She released a disco album in 1978, produced by her then husband, Victor Willis, who was a member of the Village People. The concept album tells the life of
Josephine Baker.

- She attended Jack Yates High School in Houston Tx.

A talented lady with so much grace and Soul.

An international exhibition featuring artists and writers whose works respond to and cross over the borders of nationality, ethnicity, and religion….

This month we will be exploring all of the exotic sounds that reside outside of the United States. From Afrobeat to Brazilian to Reggae/Dancehall we’ll be traveling sonically with our musical passport. But it’s only proper to share the new album from Foreign Exchange’s own Phonte Coleman. Make sure you don’t miss the “Foreigner Edition” of Straight No Chaser

The Flat
1701 Commonwealth
8p – Midnight
No Cover

((( SPACE CITY BEAT BATTLE™ ))) Episode IV: The Last Hope
SEPTEMBER 24th, 2011 at Warehouse Live [green room]

Doors Open 8pm | BATTLE 9pm-12a
hosted by Jett I. Masstyr (Producer) + Black Rose (Producer)

GUEST JUDGES: !LLMIND (producer for Little Brother, 50 Cent, Dr. Dre, Redman, Erykah Badu, Scarface, & more) & Houston’s own FREE (producer of the Niceguys)

DJ iPod Ammo in the mix (Killa Kyleon, Fat Tony)
Resident DJ Arsnik (Turnin’ Headz Radio)

$5 Pre-Sale Tickets // $30 Producer Participant Fee // $50 Vendor
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As we continue to promote Jazz during the month of August we’re delighted to share w/ you a nice mix of African Rhythms, NuJazz, Bossa Nova, Jazz Funk, etc. DJ Kool Emdee has created a beautiful blend with his Abstract Jazz Lounge….Enjoy!

Listen and Download Here

Another incredible night for music…..If you missed out on the evening here’s ur chance to see the foto recap of Afta-1’s performance at Straight No Chaser. Enjoy!

Fotography by: Blaze

Twilight Conversation and Practicum with Erykah Badu
In Partnership with The Imani School, Curated by The Umami Folklore Company

This is a late-night discussion community and dream laboratory moderated by Rice University Professor Bun B to learn from and with the folkloric Erykah Badu. All visionaries, innovators, artists and entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply. Only 78 will be invited to the experience.

Time: 11:00pm (Immediately following Erykah Badu’s Live Performance)

Date: May 21, 2011

Place: The Penthouse at The Arena Theatre

Criteria: An approved application and $75 if you’ve purchased a concert ticket OR $150 ($75 Concert Ticket in a Special Section + $75 Tuition for the experience)

More Information and Application: Click Here

Thank you so much for your support! We are looking forward to a great night!

DJ Flash Gordon Parks picks two fantastic duos to face off w/ one another. Downtempo versus Drum & Bass….Uptempo versus Chillout melodica… 4Hero being one of the premiere groups of the drum & bass scene and highly sought after remixers/producers. Zero 7 is a duo of former engineers turned producers of trip hop/downtempo classics. However u view these two groups it’s safe to say u’ll love this mix. Enjoy!

4Hero vs. Zero 7 Tracklist:

1. 4Hero – Les Fleur
2. Zero 7 – Morning Song
3. 4Hero – Spirits In Transit
4. Zero 7 – Ghost Symbol
5. 4Hero – Universal Love (4Hero Remix)
6. Zero 7 – Crosses
7. Shaun Escoffery – Into The Blue (4Hero Remix)
8. Zero 7 – Distractions (DJ Spinna Remix)
9. 4Hero – Give In
10. Zero 7 – Pop Art Blue
11. 4Hero – 4 Hero
12. Zero 7 – Destiny (Photek Remix)
13. The Chess Cadet Allstars – Tune For God (Marc Mac)
14. Zero 7 – Seeing Things
15. 4Hero – Pegasus 51
16. Zero 7 – Speed Dial No. 2
17. 4Hero – Ways Of Thought
18. Zero 7 – In The Waiting Line
19. Nuyorican Soul – I Am The Black Gold Of The Sun (4Hero Remix)
20. Radiohead – Climbing Up The Walls (Zero 7 Mix)

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The Progress Report is back with the final breakdown of Hip Hop classic albums. It’s been a long journey to find out what album would reign supreme. Listen to Part 6 of Episode 11 as DJ SoulOne, The Grandfathercloc, and DJ FLash Gordon Parks discuss. Enjoy!

Suggested Reading:
March Music Madness

Listen to Part One here

Listen to Part Two here

Listen to Part Three here

Listen to Part Four here

Listen to Part Five here

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U might be so inclined to check out talented emcee Uzoy’s latest offering…..And that’s Uzoy (like a gun) in case u were wondering.