The Covid-19 pandemic over the past year and a half has brought about change that will be lasting. From people’s outlook on careers to the way we interact with one another. For certain my perspective of what is important to me has altered immensely in this time. Recently as of late, I attended the Los…
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Three Of San Diego’s Dance Crews Curate Summer Madness , July 24th
There is a fresh new vybe that has broken loose within San Diego’s dance music community. It is young, it is free, and it’s is infectious. What makes it so is a group of dancers from the next generation are working meticulously to offer the city their vision for Soulful Underground Dance Music here. First…
Paul Johnson and Juliet Mendoza Play Bang Bang Friday May 14th
Nightlife is gradually coming back to San Diego. So far from what I have observed the majority of it is not very good. You have boat parties with the same old lineups of just outright garbage. I am hoping as we come back full strength promoters put thought and meticulous detail into their events here…
Three Twitch Feeds That Must Remain Post Pandemic
Posted by V on 05.08.21 | 2 Comments
We have almost made it past the pandemic here stateside. Businesses are reopening shortly, and that means live events will take place soon. Over the past fourteen months I have found the time to be refreshing away from the party scene. I have discovered new music, and learned new skills. Still there is something about…
We Need People To Listen First Before Speaking
So before I start my day I would just like to state a few things. First music for me is therapy and it is sacred. I don’t do music for popularity, or to been seen. Second music especially techno and house music have a connection to social issues and change. Third I don’t care what…
PLEASE STOP THROWING RAVES IN THE SEWER
Posted by V on 10.31.20 | 5 Comments
2020 I have seen the worst of lots of people in San Diego regarding the dance music scene. Promoters specifically are willing to risk their following’s health for the sake of a few dollars. I get it people have spent years here extorting people for ticket sales and ensuring that their liquor licenses are used…
My Favorite Jams From 2019
Posted by V on 12.03.19 | 3 Comments
It’s that time of year again to talk about what tracks moved you. 2019 overall in my view was a good year for music. If anything was solidified again is Black American House Music still leads the way. Often imitated but never ever duplicated is the reason Producers/DJ’s such as Glenn Underground, Louie Vega, Patrice…
WEST COAST HAPPENINGS AND THINGS
Can anyone tell me how the game of DJing has become a popularity contest? I am noticing lots of New Jacks expecting to headline events, and demanding respect without putting in any work. I am not going to put this solely on technology, but this generation’s need for instant gratification is disheartening. In my view…
West Coast Happenings
Summer in San Diego was quite fruitful for Rhythm Nation San Diego. We made it two years and had quite an event at Kava Lounge with Master Kev, Taylor Houseman, and I. As well, hosted LADYMONIX for a crowd who ate up everything she threw at them. Things I took away from the summer were…
Upcoming Things And 5 Questions With Master Kev
It’s been two years since I have started Rhythm Nation San Diego. So before I start I’d like to say thank you to a few people. They are as follows: Thomas Cox, Ricardo Miranda, Cordell Johnson, Rick Wilhite, Jimmy Maheras, Bailey Rogers, Aaron Paar and Chris Manik. All of these people were instrumental in giving…
MOVEMENT WEEKEND PARTIES AND THINGS
Every year around this time I get excited to go to Techno City. The anticipation is always high because Detroit is such a wonderful place. The music is always incredible, and the people very genuine. For me it is especially inspiring to watch strong brothas and sistahs who are entrepreneurs, artists, and musicians thrive. If…
LEFT COAST HAPPENINGS AND THINGS
Over the past few weeks I have noticed more and more that promoters feel they own genres of music. It is disheartening at best to watch others claim stake in something that is everyone’s for the sake of profiteering. Unless you are an innovator you really have no say regarding who chooses to do what….
SOL ORTEGA THE BLUE CLUB EP ON RHYTHM NATION SAN DIEGO
This year has been an experience of learning for me musically. There have been a few magical moments. As well there have been low points. Through all of the ups and downs, however I can say without hesitation my year in music has been quite fruitful. Earlier this year a good friend and mentor; Cordell…
Dance Music Needs More Brothas And Sistahs
So as of late I have had many discussions about black dance music being hijacked. Yes it has been stolen away from us and in many cases we are to blame. Soulful underground American dance music is no longer visible in Black and Latino communities. With the exception of a few radio stations nation wide…
SUMMER IN SAN DIEGO
Well it’s been quite sometime since I wrote something, as I have had quite the writers block. Not knowing what to say or write about I have been going on with the everyday routine grinding. The summer started off in epic fashion traveling to Detroit for Movement Weekend. Every year I get excited to go…
EXCURSIONS DETROIT 2018
Every Memorial Day Weekend, the world of dance music converges on Detroit to pay homage to the city’s long heritage and musical traditions. Deep in the underground a party called Excursions draws people from all walks of life for it’s annual Memorial Day event; to celebrate dance music and her culture. The party is the…
You Booked Your Homie For Your Party And That’s Why It Was Whack…
How many times have you gone out to that party with a “dope lineup” expecting to have a brilliant night only to come back home wanting something different or something more? How many times have you seen the DJ that should actually be playing at the party watching just like everyone else? Yeah me too,…
