SOUL.SCIENZ: The Funk Rumble

I'm very proud to be a part of this grassroot event going down this saturday in Chinatown. LA brings out its hometown heroes to rock the party all day and into the night; as well as independent artists and vendors throughout the city. The flier speaks for itself so do yourself a favor and come out and support! Summertime in L.A. is officially here!

SATURDAY JULY 11TH – CHINATOWN, LOS ANGELES

Take a lot of Funk with a blend of DJs, add Live Painting and a dash of independent vendors - mix well for THE Block Party of the Summer!!

Flock Shop & Spectrumega Media

PRESENT:

:: Live Performances by ::

Breakestra
The Lions {Ubiquity Records}
J-Boogie's Dubtronic Science {Om Records}
Orgone {Ubiquity Records}
Slang {Live Jazz-Funk}
E-Reece w/ DJ Inka One

:: Hosted by ::

Jeremy Sole {Afro Funke/KCRW}

:: DJ's from ::

KCRW
Soul Sessions
Firecracker
Root Down
Boombox
The Rhythm Section
Afro Funké
Tighten Up
Sonido Sundays
Descarga
Soul In The Park
& more

:: Live Art By ::

Mear One
Kofie
Food One
Overton Loyd
EKUNDAYO
Codak
Yo Peace
Eyeone
Stuter
Alfie Numeric
Joshuaa
Puede One
Subrage
+ more

Art Gallery by Cannibal Flower

*Art pieces will be available for purchase*
:: Vendors::

Beautiful Decay
Old Chola
Miss Wax
Dimepiece
Nicacelly
Woven Culture
Imix Bookstore
Fifty Seven Thirty Three
+ more!

LA’s own Historic Chinatown will be home to the 1st Annual Funk Rumble Block Party this summer.

This incredible grassroots event is brought to you through a collaboration of some of LA’s top underground music and art promoters.

Half music festival – half block party, The Funk Rumble is a blend of live music, djs, vendors, and artists coming together to celebrate urban soul and create the ultimate summer party!

Groove to the sounds of LA’s top funk bands. Performing live - Breakestra, The Lions, Orgone & more! Plus San Francisco’s own - J-Boogie’s Dubtronic Science!

The finest djs from LA’s top underground clubs will be laying down a vast mix of music - soul, funk, reggae, hip hop, latin and more - combining past present and future.

Peruse the vendor village and you’ll find apparel, accessories, artwork and one-of-a-kind goods presented by up and coming designers and the most creative individuals from San Diego to San Francisco.

Amazing works of art will be created right before your eyes from start to finish, throughout the event grounds and art walk area, by over 15 LA artists.

A variety of food will be available along with cool treats on a beautiful summer day!

Cold beer, full bar, and entertainment inside the Grand Star Jazz Club.

Mini Indie Film Fest Hosted by Project Butterfly on the 2nd floor of the Grand Star.

Join us for this “economy friendly” groundbreaking event!

The Funk Rumble Block Party

Saturday, July 11th, 2009
12 pm – 10 pm
$5 before 4 pm, $8 after
Kids 10yrs and under FREE!
This is an All ages, fenced event
947 N. Broadway, LA 90012
Street & Lot parking available

Raffle & Giveaways!

Stay tuned for the Event Schedule & map of parking