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.

Read the review of Aftathoughts Vol. 1
www.afta1.com
Download FREE Afta-1 tracks
Download LOVE IS REAL VOLUMES 1-4



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
Download "4-Page Letter" by Afta-1 & Nikko Gray HERE


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 HERE 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.

Nu-Soul Magazine, Jenn Laskey, and RK Entertainment present

STRICTLY DANCEFLOOR
A Strictly Social Dance Party

Thursday December 10, 2009

Come experience the Strictly Social/Nu-Soul vibe, stripped down for the dancefloor. No performances, just the best in sexy progressive soul, R&B and hip-hop beats for your booty!

Featuring seductive selections by:

DJ Destroyer (Strictly Social/ Little Temple)
DJ 7 (RK Entertainment)
Beat Ventriloquists ( Red Light)

Admission is FREE
21+
9pm-2am
Early Arrival is suggested. Limited capacity

This special event will be held in the modern speakeasy Winston's. This unique venue has the intimate feel of a 1920s lounge and is the perfect setting for the sexy goodness that our DJs will provide.

Winston's
7746 Santa Monica Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90046

nu-soulmag.com
redlightspecialevents.com
rkentertainmentgroup.com

 

Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union return once again with our signature monthly event of Eclectic Soul Fusion. It’s STRICTLY SOCIAL on Wednesday December 16, 2009!

 

Strictly Social is the physical embodiment of Nu-Soul Magazine, allowing music lovers to witness the convergence of soul and electronica through our carefully selected monthly showcase of cutting edge artists and DJs.

 

Featuring LIVE Performances from:

 

JAZZY

www.myspace.com/jazzjeff

 

TRIZONNA MCCLENDON Familiar Album Release Party

www.myspace.com/trizonnamcclendon

 

KARTWRIGHT

www.myspace.com/benkartwright

 

Special Guest DJ
KIILU GRAND
www.myspace.com/kiilugrand

 

Resident DJs Destroyer & Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop and electronic beats!
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

$5 presale tickets HERE or RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com for $5 entry all night
Only $8 otherwise!!!

Strictly Social
Wednesday December 16, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com

Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union return once again with our signature monthly event of Eclectic Soul Fusion. It’s STRICTLY SOCIAL on Wednesday November 18, 2009!

Strictly Social is the physical embodiment of Nu-Soul Magazine, allowing music lovers to witness the convergence of soul and electronica through our carefully selected monthly showcase of cutting edge artists and DJs.

Featuring LIVE Performances from:

Read the Nu-Soul review of Yolanda Johnson’s Breathing
www.myspace.com/yolandajohnson

ANTHONY VALADEZ W/ WENDISUE (Audio/Visual Album Release Party)

Resident DJs Destroyer & Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop and electronic beats!
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

$5 before 10:30pm with an RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com with the subject Strictly Social November
Must be received by 6pm night of show

Only $10 otherwise!!!
$5 presale tickets available at Groovetickets.com HERE

Strictly Social
Wednesday November 18, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029

www.littletemple.com

Strictly Social is proud to present THE NU-SOUL MAGAZINE 3-YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Wednesday October 21, 2009

Launched in October 2006, Nu-Soul Magazine has blossomed into a focal point of the international progressive soul community with in-depth interviews, comprehensive reviews, and top level events. For our third anniversary we are going all out with an impressive roster of critically acclaimed talent, gift bags, special vendors, and other surprises!

Featuring performances from:

Afro-beat lullabies, future jazz protest songs and electronic hymns is how Joy Jones would best describe the collection of ditties that is her debut full-length album, Godchild. As a kid, Joy was exposed to an array of different styles of music ranging from gospel, soca, classical, African choral music, soul and jazz - and this, along with inspirational places and events, all helped prompt Joy Jones to put her heart and soul into music. Be prepared for a truly eclectic performance from this honorary Ladybug in the Attic.

Read the Joy Jones Interview
Read the review of Joy Jones’ Godchild
www.myspace.com/lovejonesrecordings

For years, musical powerhouse Divine Brown (formerly Divine Earth Essence) has been quietly carving out her own history on the Canadian R&B and soul circuit. Divine has returned with a tour-de-force album, a virtual trip through both the last half-century of soul music and the roller-coaster ride of love dubbed – appropriately – The Love Chronicles. The Love Chronicles spans everything from bop-shoo-bop secret crush confessions to sassy surf ‘n’ soul kiss-offs to sultry late-night neo-soul, all held together by Divine’s magnificent, shape-shifting voice.

Slakah The Beatchild represents the evolution of the enigmatic producer. If an artist is going to get by in ‘08 they have to be a musical multi-tasker and Slakah fits perfectly into that lane. He’s a musical chameleon whose gifts are only truly realized in the presence of other talented artists and musicians. This is why The Soul Movement Vol. 1 is such an effective introduction to this kid’s budding abilities. Featuring collaborations from the cream of Canada’s burgeoning talent (Drake, Tona, Divine Brown, Shad, Melanie Durrant, Ray Robinson, Ebrahim and so many others) the album is feel-good new soul with enough of a world-inflected influence to keep it fresh.

Paola Jean crafts authentic music. With each song on Right On Time, the multi-national songstress weaves a compelling full-length album textured with haunting organic and electric instrumentation, soul-stirring guitar melodies and riveting funk, which to the virgin listener, sounds influenced by the likes of Jill Scott, India.Arie, Alicia Keys and Adriana Evans.

Resident DJs Destroyer & Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop and electronic beats!
www.myspace.com/djdestroyer
www.myspace.com/djmyxzlplix

SHOW BEGINS AT 10:30PM SHARP

In the B Room - SOUL GOOD, soulful electronica hosted by Atlantic Connection - a voyage into downtempo, deep house, and soulful drum&bass

This special event will feature some additional sponsors taking part in the fun to make the night even more memorable.

Gift Bags and Models provided by Phoneix PR - www.thephoenixpr.com

FREE Photobooth provided by LA Photobooth.net - www.laphotobooth.net

Hot GEAR provided by Caleb Clothing Co. - www.calebclothing.com

Plus lots of other goodies, treats, and surprises!

Admission is FREE until 10:30pm with an RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com with the subject Nu-Soul 3-year
Must be received by 6pm night of show

Otherwise only $10 for this amazing night of international talent
Purchase presale tickets for just $5 at Groovetickets HERE

Strictly Social presents the Nu-Soul 3-year Anniversary
Wednesday October 21, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com
www.myspace.com/lastrictlysocial

Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union return once again with our signature monthly event of Eclectic Soul Fusion. It’s STRICTLY SOCIAL on Wednesday September 16, 2009!

Strictly Social is the physical embodiment of Nu-Soul Magazine, allowing music lovers to witness the convergence of soul and electronica through our carefully selected monthly showcase of cutting edge artists and DJs.

Featuring LIVE Performances from:

JAZZY

J ROSS PARRELLI

COLLETTE

Special Guest DJ
MONA LISA (KPL/Garth Trinidad Sound)

Resident DJs Destroyer & Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop and electronic beats!

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

Admission is $10

FREE before 10:30 with an RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com with the subject Strictly Social September
Must be received by 6pm night of show

Strictly Social
Wednesday September 16, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com

The wait is over. DJ Destroyer has returned with the fifth volume of the Strictly Social mixed series and it is more of what you have come to expect from the Nu-Soul family. Recreating the sound of the monthly Los Angeles Strictly Social parties, DJ Destroyer takes you on a journey through future soul, organic hip-hop, and broken beats that will keep your head nodding and your feet moving. Featuring an assortment of Strictly Social performers past, present, and future including Peter Hadar, Erik Rico, Choklate, Joy Jones, Yahzarah & Jamal. Plus new music and remixes from such talents as Maxwell, Feist, Goapele, Jill Scott, & Jody Watley!

Peep the tracklist and click the image to download

1. The Highest - MeLo-X
2. Melody (Featuring Shabaam Sahdeeq and Erik Rico)- DJ Spinna
3. Too Late For Us - Tiye Phoenix Feat. Phonte
4. Sounds Like Love (Feat. Debi Nova) - Illa J
5. Get Involved - Pete Rock
6. Super Stereo Blaster (Feat. Reach) - Leonard DStroy
7. Milk And Honey - Goapele
8. Universe 4 U(Feat. Phase One) - Chester Gregory
9. Rhythm Of The Drum - M64-Ragen Fykes+Ohmega Watts
10. Candelight (Myx's Nu Soul Remyx) - Jody Watley
11. Killdat - Dam Funk
12. I Feel It All (Diplo Remix) - Feist
13. You Could Be Here- Deborah Jordan
14. Pretty Wings (Willie Isz/Jneiro Jarel Remix) - Maxwell
15. The Joy - Joy Jones
16. Want U for Myself (Feat. Peter Hadar) - Theophilus London
17. Love Czars - Sa Ra Creative Partners
18. I Want You (Remix) - Karriem Riggins
19. Wanna Be (Vicelounge Mash) - Maiysha
20. Just Ain't Gonna Work Out - Mayer Hawthorne
21. Never Change - Choklate
22. Futuristic Soul (Do You Agree?) - Tony Ozier
23. Real Good (Feat. Phonte) - Yazarah
24. Slowly Surely (Supreme Remix) - Jill Scott
25. Look Around - Dotmatic
26. LOVE - Frank Nitt
27. Keep On Going (Feat. Vitamin D) - D. Black
28. Believe - Ayah
29. Cosmic Theory - fLako x Noir
30. Breath Of Fresh Air - Caretta Bell
31. Right Person Wrong Time - Jamal
32. Never 2ndary - Tanya Morgan
33. Smile - Alchemist Ft. Maxwell & Twista
34. Sunday - 9th Wonder Feat. Keisha Shontelle & Chaundon

Download HERE

www.myspace.com/djdestroyer
www.myspace.com/lastrictlysocial
www.nu-soulmag.com

Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union return once again with our signature monthly event of Eclectic Soul Fusion. It’s STRICTLY SOCIAL on Wednesday September 16, 2009!

Strictly Social is the physical embodiment of Nu-Soul Magazine, allowing music lovers to witness the convergence of soul and electronica through our carefully selected monthly showcase of cutting edge artists and DJs.

Featuring LIVE Performances from:

WAYNA
(2009 Grammy Nominee - Urban Alternative)

What a year it has been for Ethiopian-born singer/songwriter Wayna. Her single “Moonlight Rendezvous” from the LP Higher Ground charted the Billboards for seven consecutive weeks, peaking at #3 on the Hot R&B Singles chart and #12 on Billboard's Hot 100. The follow-up single, “My Love” an impassioned plea to the loved ones of abused women, spent six consecutive weeks on Billboard, peaking at #2 on the Hot R&B Singles chart and #12 on the Hot 100. Under her record label, Keradion Music Group, Wayna closed out the year by garnering a coveted Grammy nomination in the Best Urban/Alternative Performance Category for her remake, “Lovin You (Music) featuring Kokayi” in a category populated by such talents as Chrisette Michele, Janelle Monae, and Will.I.Am.

With her sophomore effort, Higher Ground, Wayna indeed reaches new and daring heights, experimenting with broken beat and progressive hip hop, while remaining true to her roots in classic soul and contemporary R&B. Featuring performances from underground standouts Kenn Starr, Muhsinah, and Kokayi, and production from longtime collaborators Kev Brown and RoddyRod, Higher Ground offers a thrilling blend of infectious melodies, colorful lyrics, and dirty drums.

www.myspace.com/waynamusic
Read the Wayna interview

Collette

Collette is an r&b/soul singer from South Carolina whose jazzy vocals and hip-hop sensibility combine for an exciting debut entitled “Experience Collette” available now. The entirely self-written and partially self-produced CD project is an honest offering from a young, sincere singer. With tracks such as “Live Your Life” and the single “You Don’t Know,” Collette writes of real life experiences with an overall positive outlook on life. The product of a gospel singing mother, Collette bares her soul with each performance.

Resident DJs Destroyer & Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop and electronic beats!

www.myspace.com/djdestroyer
www.myspace.com/djmyxzlplix

SHOW BEGINS AT 10:30PM

In the B Room - Westbay Recordings Presents hosted by Atlantic Connection & Media Contender

Admission is $10
Presale tickets for $5 available at groovetickets.com

Strictly Social
Wednesday September 16, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com

On Wednesday August 19, 2009 get ready for a landmark event! STRICTLY SOCIAL is celebrating two years of eclectic soul fusion!

From our humble beginnings in North Hollywood to our new home at Little Temple to our events around the country, Strictly Social has consistently presented lovers of progressive soul with some of the best artists around. Past guests have included Anthony David, Lisa Shaw, Sy Smith, Kissey Asplund, Lina, Mark de Clive-Lowe, and Maya Azucena to name a few.

For our special two-year anniversary edition we are pround to present live performances from:

Yahzarah (of The Foreign Exchange)

Yahzarah aka Purple St. James is an artist who invokes memories of the soul greats of the past. Funky, beautiful and passionate, her sound pushes the envelope at times, while being subtly sexy and familiar at other times. You may have been exposed to her singing alongside some of her contemporaries including Floetry, Musiq Soul Child, Kem, Donnie, Amel Larrieux, Goapele, Talib Kweli, Rahsaan Paterson, Raheem Davaughn, Chaka Kahn, Bilal Oliver, The Roots, Little Brother and the list goes on and on. Most recently she can be seen touring with The Foreign Exchange as a part of an ensemble that includes Nicolay, Phonte, and Darien Brockington.

Read the review of Yahzarah's The Prelude
myspace.com/yahzarah

Nola Darling

Harlem Hellfighters by way of East L.A., Forest Hills, Miami, and Haiti. NOLA DARLING’s distinct sound is new school, yet reminiscent of the past; Their tongue in cheek sensibility and innovative sound combined with a unique image make Nola Darling incomparable.

Rhythmic Fusion (Future Soul Sessions Tour)

Rhythmic Fusion is a unique DJ collective from Detroit, bringing you the finest in sound and rhythm. Malik Alston, DJ Funknatra and Craig Huckaby [Napi Hedz, Rotating Assembly] dive deep into the pulse of the dance floor. Rhythmic Fusion gives you seductive elegance and the very best of unlimited excitement on the decks, fused with live performance. Discover artistry taken to another level of intensity, for the true music lover…the ultimate experience.

Showtime is at 10:30pm

Resident DJs Destroyer & Myxzlplix will be playing their patented selection of soul, hip-hop, house, and broken beats
www.myspace.com/djdestroyer
www.myspace.com/djmyxzlplix

In the B Room - SOUL GOOD, soulful drum&bass hosted by Jayvon & Atlantic Connection

$5 all night with an RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com
Must be received by 6pm night of show
$10 without

Strictly Social
Wednesday August 19, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com

Flyer design by myxmedia (myxmedia@gmail.com)

Nu-Soul Magazine and Soul Union return once again with our signature monthly event of Eclectic Soul Fusion. It’s STRICTLY SOCIAL on Wednesday July 15, 2009!

Strictly Social is the physical embodiment of Nu-Soul Magazine, allowing music lovers to witness the convergence of soul and electronica through our carefully selected monthly showcase of cutting edge artists and DJs.

Featuring LIVE Performances from:

CHOKLATE (with full band)

This Seattle-based songstress, who writes all her own music, has already taken the breath away from many listeners around the world. Choklate infuses her sultry alto voice with hard, progressive beats and very real lyrics—sparking many different kinds of emotions. “All of the music that I make is from my soul,” Choklate genuinely confirms. With her second album, To Whom It May Concern, Choklate continues to make progressive soul that speaks with truth.

Read the Choklate interview
Read the To Whom It May Concern review
www.myspace.com/listen2chok

ELLE B

MCCLAIN SULLIVAN

Resident DJs Destroyer & Myxzlplix will be spinning a selection of future soul, organic hip-hop and electronic beats!
www.myspace.com/djdestroyer
www.myspace.com/djmyxzlplix

SHOW BEGINS AT 10:30PM

In the B Room - SOUL GOOD, soulful drum&bass hosted by Jayvon & Atlantic Connection

Admission is $10
$5 before 10:30 with an RSVP to events@nu-soulmag.com with the subject Strictly Social July
Must be received by 6pm night of show

Strictly Social
Wednesday April 15, 2009
9pm-2am
21+
Little Temple
4519 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90029
www.littletemple.com

Flyer design by myxmedia (myxmedia@gmail.com)