Michael Jackson's "Thriller" by Exile & DJ Day

If you've never been to Root Down, here's what you've been missing...

Crissy's Birthday Party!

Tonight, we're taking my lovely girlfriend's bday celebration to the Root Down! So join us for a night of Hip Hop, Funk, Soul, Roots & Latin Music w the usual suspects. It's all going down at El Cid 4212 W Sunset Blvd Los Angeles Ca 90029, No cover charge w RSVP; ervinarana@gmail.com

Steven Lopez's After Midnight Soul

I first met Steven Lopez at Easy Roc's legendary backyard parties in LA. I usually DJ'd and Steven along with Easy Roc, Taz Rock & Laten would provide some of the amazing art displays. I got to know him and his art a little better through a mutual friend. Steven never fails to impress me with his art. Check out his latest project titled "After Midnight Soul"

After Midnight Series: Erykah Badu "Amerykahn Promise"
Erykah Badu Featured in Limited Edition Print by Steven Lopez

For more info;
http://ikeepmoving.com/
http://aftermidnightsoul.com/shop/

Adidas - The Original Store

This Saturday October 10th, you can catch me spinning at the Adidas store on Melrose from 1pm-5pm. I'll be playing an eclectic mix of whatever makes me feel good that day! So stop by if you're in the area :D

Still Love H.E.R. (Hip Hop Demo Mix)

I'm working on a full length early 90's Hip Hop mix, this is the first draft.... enjoy! Feel free to comment and let me know what you think. Download HERE

ANDA!

A monthly experience of Latin rhythms by resident DJ's Gomez Comes Alive, Gazoo, Mando Fever & John Lennon! This Saturday October 3rd, ANDA is proud to present La Santa Cecilia, a Los Angeles based six-member band creatively combines up-tempo South American rhythms like Cumbia and Bossa Nova with the nostalgic Bolero and passionate Tango, blending in Afro-Cuban percussion with Jazzy trumpet tunes to bring about a mix that defies any particular label or musical genre! For more info on La Santa Cecilia; www.myspace.com/lasantacecilia

ANDA! www.myspace.com/andacumbiasalsa

Crown City Rockers

This Thursday October 1st, the Root Down presents the Crown City Rockers' LA Album release party. Going down at El Cid (4212 W Sunset Blvd in LA) Join us, promise you won't be disappointed :D

For more info; http://rootdownclub.com

Thank You East LA!

Last nights performance by Monte Carlo 76 at East Side Luv was super fresh! I usually like to bring my camera with me when I DJ, but I got lazy and decided not to. I regretted it the moment I walked in. If you haven't been to East Side Luv, I highly recommend stopping by for a drink or two. Peep the website for up coming events.... http://www.eastsideluv.com/

Big ups to Gomez Comes Alive for inviting me to spin and for more info on Monte Carlo 76; http://www.montecarlo76.com/

*Photo by Ervin Arana (2009)

East Side Luv

This Thursday, I'm taking the night off from Root Down to guest DJ at East Side Luv along side Gomez Comes Alive! I'm thinking about digging in the crates for some feel good hip hop, but we'll see how I feel. Hope to see some familiar faces :D