Of all the Donald Byrd produced projects, The 3 Pieces album, Vibes of Truth, is likely the most overlooked and ignored.
Author: DJ Nitekrawler
Until December 15th, I’d never done a Company Holiday party before, but my contact with Sentrana, Lindsay, made things easy. She provided clear instructions as far as expected music, as well as the likely flow of the evening. I arrived early to set-up, and worked with the W-Hotel’s excellent A/V department to not only prepare…
The TSU Tornados were best known for supplying the backing beat for Archie Bell & the Drells’ much-imitated hit “Tighten Up.” “Please Heart, Don’t Break” is a fantastic soul tune in a very different vein than their in-the-pocket funk work, and firmly situated in that beautiful-soul community that I’ve come to appreciate.
I’m sure it’s every teenage girl’s fantasy to have a Sweet Sixteen party worthy of it’s own television episode, not to mention one that’s envied by most other peers. Last weekend, I was privileged to DJ one that would certainly validate such bragging rights. The party took place at the luxurious Ritz Carlton in Arlington,…
The Paris Ballroom at the Hotel Monaco is designed with detail in mind, boasting both incredible sculptures, and an eye catching rug that greets guests upon entrance. As was the case in a number of prior weddings I’ve DJed, the ceremony itself occurred in the same location as the dinner, with cocktails being served in…
