We’re about to get it (Fiyah) Crackin’ this 4th of July. We’re starting this thing off early, so bring a lawn chair for the fireworks and an empty stomach for the FREE cookout. The first part of the evening will take place on the patio, so you can view the fireworks from a prime location. It will also be family friendly, so bring the kidfolk! Once the fireworks end at 10pm, we’re taking the party inside.

With Gracie & Tonio and guests Dayta, Jef Cashless (me), Elroy Boogie & Bobby Trill. Let’s get it (Fiyah) Crackin!!!

Block 21
2420 Washington Ave
Houston, TX 77007-6019
(713) 862-0200

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For all my NY peoples that are in town for the holiday weekend, I’ll be spinning at a rooftop party in Brooklyn Heights on the 4th of July (Saturday). Come through and enjoy the food and music, and then head over to The Rub afterward to check out JD and Mel at The Rub’s 7th Anniversary party. It’s gonna be a big night all around. Here’s the info on the rooftop party:

Music Nerd Club presents …

[[ 4TH OF JULY ROOFTOP BBQ PARTY ]]

SATURDAY | 04 JULY 2009

Mackenzie’s Rooftop in Brooklyn Heights
32 Joralemon Street #115D
Brooklyn, NY 11201
206.819.8383 / 718.404.4588

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If you’re looking to avoid crowds, get away from cheesy parties, and are not that much into watching fireworks, come spend Independence day with BBQ, mojitos and good tunes on Mackenzie’s sweet Brooklyn Heights rooftop. Q and Lil Tiger will bring the vibes with a blend of House, Hip-Hop, Soul, Afrobeat and Reggae. The rooftop is located one block from the waterfront and has a full, unobstructed view of the city. It’s a remarkable view!

It’s BYOB but bring cash for the bar and food.

Hope to see y’all there and feel free to invite friends.

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[[ DJ LIL TIGER ]] :: QUEENS
( –=(] buhbOmp [)=--, Touch and Feel Radio, Sound Liberation Front, Music Nerd Club, Soular Grooves, Haterzville )
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[[ Q MASTAH ]] :: BROOKLYN
( Music Nerd Club, Sound Liberation Front )
bit.ly/musicnerdclub

7p-2a | FREE | BYOB + Cash Bar

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Harvey!

And, here’s the live version from the BET Awards show I’m glad I missed last night:

In case y’all didn’t already catch this as it made the rounds yesterday, the multitalented Dwele puts together a beautiful tribute to MJ. Keep with it as it builds …

Michael Jackson: August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009.
We’ll never get enough, trust.

NAS & DAMIAN “JR GONG” MARLEY DISTANT RELATIVES preview from nabil elderkin on Vimeo.

Still scratching my head at Nas, but SOMETHING good has to come out of this.

Mixtape Exchange is a platform for music lovers to talk, share and trade music of all kinds. Patrons are encouraged to bring a CD or two of their favorite jams, mixes, or self-made tunes to exchange with others.

Music by empanadamn & Choimatic.

FREE! No cover.

Sunday June 28th, 3-9PM at littlefield
622 Degraw St. b/w 3rd & 4th Ave.
in The Gowanus, Brooklyn
M/R to Union (closest route)
or F/G to Carroll (12 minute walk)

Top Notch pops off once again this Saturday at Boondocks. Starring Sober aka Willionaire, Dayta with special guest appearances by yours untruthfully, Jef Cashless

Here’s the vitals for our lazier readers:

Top Notch | Saturday, June 27th | @ Boondocks (Houston)
21 y up | FREE! | You must deal!

Nas blesses us again with a rare glimpse of his true genius. All I can do is shake my head and wonder what could have been.

Nas - Film (@ 256kbps)

We’re back at it again. Come join us this Saturday afternoon as DJs empanadamn, Sailsmore and Soul Korea set sail for the wide, blue yonder. We’ll be grillin’ and chillin’ with an array of classic smooth jams, and there might possibly be frozen margaritas. Yeah, I said it.

Smooth Move is the perfect post-brunch / pre-party springboard to celebrate summer, with DJs mixing a throwback soundtrack that encompasses yacht rock, soft rock, AM gold, quiet storm cuts and everything in between.

FREE! No cover.

Saturday June 27th, 3-9PM at littlefield
622 Degraw St. b/w 3rd & 4th Ave.
in The Gowanus, Brooklyn
M/R to Union (closest route)
or F/G to Carroll (12 minute walk)