Occasionally I go in these rooms on twitch and some cats are real sometimey. The excuse could be you didn't see me salute the room, with peace (and there is no irony). OR you've just decided not to acknowledge me, because you may have heard.

Heard that I have been and continue to study this market. No different than you, I've rolled and lurked in many a room. The rooms on twitch suffice, for the fact that the venues I want to visit aren't in full swing, yet.  High or low numbers doesn't matter to me here. All things considered you may draw a crowd in venues and not online and vice versa.

Yes you have an audience to consider in terms of treatment, here too. And you have the daunting task of stepping from behind the music, to fill up the space (sm, chat room, and venue) with something more, your personality. What matters is what I feel from your reception (or lack there of) of new and different (music and it's people). Honestly that's how hospitality works.

I know what I see and it lives in vision and opportunity, based on lack. If that is a threat, then cover the lanes and no one will roll through and snatch up yours.

Yes, I was reminded of the impact that I have made several times in the last month. By one who still wishes I had left and one who has experienced an increase in the culture and value of his brand.

I am still new here. I'm seasoned enough to know the fake from the real and firm enough in my self, not to be soo influenced that I don't carry where I'm from, in my current doings. Because there is room and many people from different places will appreciate the variance, here.

The way I see it, we are all here to grow and create for the grander scheme of culture and business. We should be happy to have each other, aspiring to build... I am.

I pray that real good music penetrates the depths of every soul. That when they open “the gates” back up, you seek spaces that provide you with the greatest level of conveyors of this music. That the conveyors of it are well compensated for bringing forth the spirit of #lovelightandtruth in it. Because to some degree the representation of that feeling had sunk far down in the crevices of #themusicindustry. We pray that one thing we learn from this #pandemic is the necessity of #goodmusic, #goodsound and the #goodpeople, who provide it to reach others returns to the #forefront. We deserve this! #findingfathomdj #hopeful #soulmusic

I realize all djs aren’t interested in being storytellers (tastemaking) and exposing people to new and different music. I must remind you that you aren’t getting paid to play what you think people want to hear HERE. You’re donating your SERVICES. I subscribe to the idea of djing being a conversation between 2 groups. The Dj and the audience. As djs, WE should be IN that conversation, not simply allowing a proven playlist to autopilot. There’s sooo much music to be discovered and to put people on to. It’s why I’ve mostly been looking for live bands streams and watching music documentaries. Where’s the creativity? Join us tomorrow for another Morning Love Session! Consider Following the page to receive notifications when I go live and or upload mixes. Also based on the time, feel free to hit my electronic tip jar.  
THANK YOU!

s You have to be specific and intentional about everything you ask God and the universe for. I can laugh and cry about all the circumstance leading to you where I currently sit today. I'm very grateful for all of those who supported my relocation effort. I'll have you know that I'm a slowly getting back to some sense of normalcy, if you can call it that. 

None the less we have opened Rock Steady and are chiseling away drawing lovers of good food, drinks and music together, under our roof. In this effort Thanksgiving eve, I will be pairing with Salah Ananse to bring you Musical Libations. If you're in Atls town prepare for the experience... 
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I will never claim to know everything. The other day after my set at the darling, I had conversation with a younger jedi DJ ACE D and was reminded of the disconnection from the youth, as it pertains to Chicago Djs and House music.
There are those who have found a way to under credit, under reference and straight out slander djs who play a variance of sounds, whether they intentionally dawn the title as OPEN FORMAT. This is unwise for several reasons. If you look at two of the founders of Chicago's House Music SOUND, you will find their roots firmly planted as OPEN FORMAT. Ron Hardy played a variance of sounds that defied categories. He beat people into submission, to the point that it didn't matter what or HOW he played.  Though I never witnessed his set first hand, (you know what that means to the "house head" lmao) whether you drank the water / punch or not, you know what you ended up doing regardless instead of siting the genres, during his set. Frankie even sited the tune "It's a Shame" by The Spinners as being in heavy rotation BEFORE the term HOUSE started bubbling over. What was the BPM for it's a shame, again?  Yes we can say that they were vested in a particular section of tempos and tones, but you cannot say that ALL of these were set to a 4 on the floor beat, (from a beat machine) of tracks crafted by legendary Chicagoans after them. 

Why mention it now? Because I more than ever pride myself in being a skilled conveyor of good music regardless of genre. I want to leave a legacy that doesn't snub or isolate others who seek GOOD MUSIC and specifically the craft and culture of djing. I want those who wish to make a career of this art to be able to garner the interests of those who are willing to book and compensate them based on their talent, drive and business acumen.

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 Last night I was asked to provide the soundtrack to a space that is less than a year old. The Darling is in the West Loop community, with one of my other favorite spots to play Booze Box. The Darling is an incredibly well thought out venue. Owned by a British woman, who spent time vibing at Funky Buddha during its hey day, Everything from the space and all of it's furnishings,  it's menu, staff and most importantly its musical tone, speaks to specificity and intention. I probably started falling for this space when I first saw it 's SM trail, gaining buzz on Insta last fall. I was curious about it, but never ventured. Yes I could stand to be a little MORE adventurous. (it's coming though;) The specificity of the musical tone will have you understanding why you should make way to experience it. If you love underground / unknown past, present and future; soul, funk, disco, jazz, soul and thoughtful hip hop, You will most definitely TREASURE "this darling". The menu is a piece of art designed, with thoughtfully clever food and drinks, worthy of partaking in. Kate is an amazing mixologist and conversationalist. She made my guest very comfy and I can only assume based on the good time I had playing there, that they had a good experience (lol). I stayed after my set and had trouble wanting to leave! I'm thinking I need to go and hangout again before I leave the city, as I haven't felt so drawn to a space to kick it in a while...
Thank you to my jedis who came to hang out and vibe with me, during my "debut" at this space and one of my final set before parting. The hope is I will be able to play here when I'm in town, because The Darling feels so good!