Life Translations is a daily experimental journey I have begun, intended to remove expectation and fear from the art that I am inspired to create through my life experience.
More info on the intention and purpose of Life Translations, in the coming days. For now, please enjoy the first installment :
Occasional Seed
We are proud to present
an artist whose sound continues to be infused
with an undying persistence…
to spread the love vibration.
This wednesday we offer a rare opportunity
to preview his newest material
from his upcoming album release, “FORM”.
“Form by definition is the mode in which a thing exists, acts, or manifests itself.
It is the foundation by which all things are perceivable in the physical realm.
Our reality takes form as we visualize to manifest it.
Once it is visualized it can be created physically.”
- AFTA-1
To practice the art of visualization,
we offer an evening of cinematic music
to induce visions of love.
*** As an exclusive treat for this one night only ***
AFTA-1 will be selling only 20 cassette tapes
of the new album before its official release.
The first 5 people to ask for a tape will get one FREE!
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SOUL IN THE PARK
wednesday, 04.14.10
guest selector:
AFTA-1
http://afta1.com/
resident selector:
RANI D.
http://www.myspace.com/djranid
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FREE / 21+ / 10pm-2am
Footsie’s Bar
2640 N. Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
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http://www.myspace.com/soulinthepark
Brought to you by LIGHTFRIENDS.
This season has been one of constant shift. Depending on one’s chosen level of perception, this shift can be seen as good or bad. In my case, I see it as good. It is in the Universe’s nature to maintain balance. So, though this summer has taken many lives from us, it has also brought life unto us. It is with that surge of life that we are becoming aware of what is essential for our existence. It is not money, material wealth or social popularity. It is Love, Health, and Creation. Three elements that we are born with and need no exterior source to provide for us. We all have the gift of love, we all are capable of healing ourselves, and we are all co-creators with The Creator, capable of manifesting as vessels of the highest universal frequency.
This passed June we experienced the loss of a spirit that though constantly confronted with demons, accepted his responsibility to carry out his purpose as a lover and creator to the fullest degree he was capable of. Michael Jackson gave until he could no longer, and even in his passing…he gave. With his transition, he released his spirit back into the universe, affecting all of us through energy. Awakening our 6th sense and a trust in our God given gifts, we have rediscovered love…
Personally, this summer has birthed and re-birthed many connections to God/Love that I either lost track of or never knew I had. Through individual enlightenment, as well as collaboration and creation with other loved ones.
This season has been good to me, and it is with that energy that I present this piece.
A love collaboration with a brother and inspiration of mine, Cazeaux OSLO…
This is our birthday gift for MJ…a gift for you
Enjoy
Nu-Soul Magazine & Soul Union return in 2010 for a whole new year of STRICTLY SOCIAL – An Evening of Eclectic Soul Fusion!
Strictly Social takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at LA’s charming Little Temple, continuing the legacy of the the renowned Temple Bar, by featuring a carefully selected showcase of artists and DJs that reflect the Nu-Soul sound. This monthly event always features the hottest artists pushing the boundaries of soul and a vibe that is truly unique.
Join us on Wednesday January 20, 2010 for our first event of the year!
Featuring Live Performances by:
AFTA-1 featuring Nikko Gray
You can find AFTA-1 eight hours in the future. He’s sitting on a supernova, shooting down Pluto moons with love; then running back and laying the track in your lap. Brush the moon dust off your clothes and plug in your speakers for a shape-shifting, time-collapsing, body-breaking, heart-merging experience.
With an amazing debut titled Aftathoughts Vol. 1 already under his belt along with impressive remixes of Esthero, Little Dragon, and Jessie Boykins, as well as the ravenously downloaded LOVE IS REAL mixtape series in circulation, Afta-1 is set to blow your mind with his intergalactic beats and ethereal vibes.
www.afta1.com
A new artist on the block, Nikko Gray has nevertheless been making a name for herself with her sexy vocals and penchant for progressive beats. She blew minds in 2009 by tackling Aaliyah’s classic “4-Page Letter” with Afta-1 on the beats. Be prepared for her debut performance with Afta-1 only at Strictly Social.
www.myspace.com/nikkogray
DARRIUS WILLRICH
Seattle based singer/songwriter Darrius Willrich fuses together jazz, hip hop, soul, electronica and R&B into his own unique sound. Mixing his natural abilities with a bachelor’s degree in Jazz piano Willrich cites inspiration from such varied influences as Stevie Wonder and Prince.
www.myspace.com/darriuswillrich
Our residents DJ Destroyer & DJ Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop, and electronic beats all night!
www.myspace.com/djdestroyer
www.myspace.com/djmyxzlplix
SHOW BEGINS AT 10:30PM
In the B Room – SOUL GOOD, soulful electronica hosted by Atlantic Connection
www.myspace.com/atlanticconnection
$5 presale tickets at this link:
http://fla.vor.us/wafform.aspx?_act=eventview&_pky=67834
or RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com for $5 entry before 10:30pm
Only $10 otherwise!!!
Strictly Social
Wednesday January 20, 2010
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com
www.myspace.com/lastrictlysocial
Additional promotional support by Fusicology, Universal Rhythm, and The Mint Collective.
Join us January 10th for a special edition of the LOVE SUMMIT as we celebrate the birthdays of some very special folks, including our beloved songstress, Nikko Gray. Nevi Nev and I will be the selectors of the night providing elevated sounds all night.
After months of this accapella sitting on my desktop, I finally got a chance to vibe out and create a little something. Sorry for the lag JB3, haha.
>>My addition to Jesse Boykins III’s, “The Beauty Created” Remixes.
“Amorous (AFTA-1 LOVE MIX)”
Enjoy
I am highly excited to announce that Thursday Dec. 10th & Friday, Dec. 11th, I will join the SNS crew first in Philly then Brooklyn NY for two back to back nights of extrasensory stimulation (to say the least). As I contribute my own special blend of love sounds to compliment transmissions by a masterful ensemble of creators including: King Britt, Rucyl, Ras G, Sarah White, Rico, Damon Bennet & Peter Kirn. Visit: saturnneversleeps.com for more info, and download the first instalment of the SNS Sampler (below) featuring new music from all the above contributing artists!
The end of the year approaches with only L O V E visible in the wake of things to come.
As the universe arranges itself to manifest, we continue visualizing. Taking all materials at hand, most times those of no physical form, to create our reality. GAS’D continues moving freely through mediums to reveal Love’s infinite forms.
This season brings new gifts as we celebrate the release of the first ever ▲❍▼❏ bike as well as our
film inspired look-book, “Met Her On Thursday.”
Both accompanied, as always, with new music by AFTA-1:
-Free download of “Frame,” the official “Met Her On Thursday” soundtrack.
-plus a sneak peak of his forthcoming album with the addition of “Second” to the website music player.
links below.
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L O V E : : : :V E S S E L
visit ▲❍▼❏ Bike site
L O V E : : : : S T O R Y
Watch Now
L O V E : : : : M U S I C
Download Here
Hosted by Santana of Truth Seekers Radio (90.7 kpfk) A Race Of Angels and GB (Gifted & Blesssed) join forces for their first live performance together. Along w/ a Love-Sound set by your’s truly and selections & vibrations from Rani D & Son Zoo, dont wan’t to miss this night of positive vibration!
(details below)
it’s all one.
over the past few months we’ve been working on offering a unique experience built on the foundation of collective upliftment and celebrating life.
we’re finally here in this moment to share this special occasion with you.
we are blessed to showcase the very first live performance together of two of our positive forces in Los Angeles.
we’ll also be infusing the space with intentions of the highest form, hoping to cultivate a movement towards the timeless quest for collective merging.
your presence is as important as ours.
we’re all connected, we just don’t know it yet..
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SMALL WORLD
Friday, October 30th
a race of angels + GB are THE OTHASIDE
[first live performance together]
AFTA-1
[love transmissions]
RANI D. + SON ZOO
[soulscapes]
SANTANA (Truthseekers Radio)
[vibrational facilitator]
EQUANIMOUS1 + JENNIFER GUTIERREZ MORGAN
[visionary projections + offerings]
21+ || 10pm-2:30 am
$5 before 11pm, $8 after
for address of special location
and information on the celebration
please send an email to:
1smallworldLA@gmail.com
