Alright family, those who came out last Thursday know what
I'm about to say; magic! good feelings, great music, and a
couple hundred sweaty dancers with big smiles!
DJ CENTER came out from NYC to grace the place, and did
it with ease. J.SOLE brought them on an early journey through
a few countries, and GLENN RED went heavy on it!
Speaking of our two residents, this Thursday is their chance to
truly spread out, all night. These "Afro Funke' Soundsystem" nights
have become favorites for the dancers, as the residents run court
with long, steady sets that build to a frenzy! Plus special guests!!
Please come out early for drink specials and discounted admission!
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Afro Funké
WEEKLY FUNK INVOCATION
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Afrobeat, Brazilian, Dub, Reggae, Cumbia,
Samba Disco, Batucada, Afro-Latin House,
Indian Beats, Makossa & other deep-rooted
Funk music from around the world
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April 30, 2009
AFRO FUNKE' SOUND SYSTEM
resident deejay:
JEREMY SOLE
Afro Funke' co-founder and resident DJ, Jeremy Sole is on a mission to show how music is a universal
language, and that each culture’s rhythms and melodies are no more than slang - different accents of the
same mother tongue. His DJ sets, remixes and original compositions juxtapose world sounds and experimental
beats into a sonic ritual - a celebration of life out loud. Sole recently did a remix for Femi Kuti on the
"Femi vs KCRW Soundclash", and is working on several remixes and re-edits, as well as original pieces for his
"Musaics" collaborative recording project. Some of these "Musaics" have been featured on mixes and
compilations by Om Records, J-Boogie, Sake One, Chicken George, Lightning Head (aka BiggaBush) and more.
Sole has shared the studio and the stage with Sly Stone, Ben Harper, Stevie Wonder, Seu Jorge, Ray Charles,
War, Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra, Roy Ayers, Lauryn Hill and hundreds of others. He had the distinct honor
of being the DJ that was mixing the California Democratic Party's Election Night Celebration at the exact moment
when Barack Obama officially became our 44th President.
Catch Sole on 89.9 KCRW Wednesdays from 12-3am, as he reaches from the roots to the branches of every
genre. If you're not in LA you can listen to, and comment on the week's archived show at:
www.kcrw.com/jeremysole
www.twitter.com/jeremysole
www.blip.fm/jeremysole
resident deejay:
GLENN RED
live percussion:
RICK WREN
hosted by:
ROCKY DAWUNI
www.rockydawuni.com
afro funke' booking, photography & production:
CARY SULLIVAN
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www.myspace.com/carysullivan
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Afro Funke' Thursdays
Zanzibar
1301 5th Street @ Arizona
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.451.2221 / 21+ / 9pm - 2am
$7-10
www.zanzibarlive.com
www.afrofunke.com
*AFRO FUNKE' is now on Twitter! Please join us!!
www.twitter.com/afrofunke
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UPCOMING:
May 7 , 2009
AFRO FUNKE' LIVE PRESENTS
SAMBADA
Live!
www.sambada.com
+
DJ TOM SCHNABEL
(KCRW)
(eary set ! 10:15pm)
www.kcrw.com
+
"Footsteps In Africa"
film screening 9-10pm
www.footstepsafrica.com
$10
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Africa Live! is a non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve, restore, and reinvigorate
the Ghanaian music scene, creating public and industry awareness for its rich history and value,
and commercial opportunities for artists and the community. Ghanaian international music star,
Rocky Dawuni recognized the need to safeguard Ghana’s incredible music legacy. Through
Africa Live! Dawuni plans to promote music education and appreciation in schools, provide schools
and artists with access to instruments, venues and professional production assistance, and
foster musical collaboration between the U.S. and Ghana.
We will have an Africa Live! donation box available at Afro Funke' each week.
Or you can contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information regarding
events and donations.
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For additional Afro Funke' information please contact:
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