This Month we listen to the new offering from Black Dynamite Soundtrack composer, Adrian Younge. His new project entitled Venice Dawn “Somthing About April” is available on Waxpoetics Records. The new album is an eclectic mix of heavy, psychedelic soul and soundtrack-ready instrumentals. As always we give it to you Straight No Chaser!

Atmosphere provided by: DJ Flash Gordon Parks
Hosted by: Savvi and EQuality

SNC Vol. 1 :: Adrian Younge Presents Venice Dawn…
@ The Flat
1701 Commonwealth
8p – Midnight
NO COVER

This Month we are exploring the Origins of the Break(beat). Samples play a huge part in Hip Hop music. So this time around we’ll connect the dots between some Hip Hop classics and their sources. As always we give it to you Straight No Chaser!

Atmosphere provided by: DJ Flash Gordon Parks
Hosted by: Savvi and EQuality

SNC Hip Hop The Origins of the Break
@ The Flat
1701 Commonwealth
8p – Midnight
NO COVER

This Month we have Dungeon Family versus/verses Soulquarians. Two dynamic crews that help shape the soundscape of music for years to come. There sounds were distinct and still resonate amongst the people. And to prove it we’ll be digging deep into their illustrious catalogs respectively. As always, we give it to you straight, no chaser.

Atmosphere provided by: DJ Flash Gordon Parks
Hosted by: Savvi and EQuality

SNC ‘Black Rock’ Edition
@ The Flat
1701 Commonwealth
8p – Midnight
NO COVER

The month of October is all about Black Rock. With that being said, it is only fitting that we highlight the new album from Hueston’s own Kuumba Freeque. As always, we give it to you straight, no chaser.

Atmosphere provided by: DJ Flash Gordon Parks
Hosted by: Savvi and EQuality

SNC ‘Black Rock’ Edition
@ The Flat
1701 Commonwealth
8p – Midnight
NO COVER

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

This month it’s all about Jazz. We’ll be highlighting two incredible artists that are definitely keeping the spirit of Jazz alive in a Hip Hop dominated culture. Jazz vocalist/bassist Esperanza Spalding and Hueston’s own pianist Robert Glasper will be celebrated for their amazing musical offerings. As usual will give it to you Straight…never watered down!

But wait, it gets better! This month we will have the pleasure of bringing special guests, The Thundercats band to provide a live jazz inspired set as well.

As always, DJ Flash Gordon Parks will be curating the atmosphere while EQuality and Savvi provide the narrative. We can’t wait to see you there!

Straight No Chaser, Hueston’s premiere artist listening series…

SNC Jazz Edition
The Flat
1701 Commonwealth
8p – Midnight
No Cover

12 rounds of sound:
A shot of Jam and Lewis or a glass of Teddy Riley on the rocks? Str8 No Chaser presents Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis versus|verses Teddy Riley.

The Flat
1701 Commonwealth
8pm – Midnight
No Cover

The next installment of Straight No Chaser takes us on a voyage to a place not so far away…..Radio Galaxy! Don’t be afraid, these music mavens “come in peace” Be sure not to miss this listening….Brace urself as they invade Space City.

Location
The Flat
1701 Commonwealth Street
Houston, TX 77006

8pm – Midnight

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

Fotos by: Adrian “Ace Boogie” Murray

January 13, 2011 marked an amazing night of music, energy and showmanship. HISD performed a few songs from their groundbreaking album The Weakend. The group was accompanied by an incredible collective of musicians, Another Level. Here’s a foto recap of the night in question.