SKIN

We’ve chosen the finest artists and DJs to take us across continents and diasporas; from the winding rhythms of Nigeria’s Afro-Beat & Highlife to the new sounds rising in South Africa’s House Scene, the Caribbean’s golden collection of Soca, Calypso, Dancehall and Salsa to Brazil’s Samba & Baile Funk...we fuse the tap-tap-tapping of Tahitian drumming with sexy 808 rhythms of Tropical Bass, Northern India’s Bhangra, soulful Hip Hop and jazz à la New York...all married to heavy heavy Afro-Latin rhythms. Summoning the past, present and future - we invite you to journey with us into a space where music becomes our mother, and we find ourselves lovingly back home.

At the helm this month will be DJs Cecil, Diaztek, Son of Son, Nina Sol, and Abeldee as they take us lovingly around the world with stops in Angola, Peru, India, Jamaica, Paris, Kenya, Nigeria, Cuba, Egypt, New York, Colombia and more. Take part as we cross continents, diasporas and borders - In addition, we are pleased to welcome master percussionists Ricky Carter & Soul Mojo, along with Henna artist Sabreena Haque, Visual Artist Suzie Ferras and artisan goods presented by L’Oven Fresh. As a special treat, arrive early to catch an Afro-Cuban Salsa class led by Sean Foster from 8-9! 

Hosted By: Candi

*Three Rooms of Music*

FEATURING: 

DJ’s Cecil (thePeople) + Live Percussion

Aebldee (Hip Operation)

Nina Sol (Blessed)

Diaztek (Refuge)

Son of Son (Refuge)

Highlighted Artisan: 

L’Oven Fresh

Visual Artist: 

Suzie Ferras

Live Henna Art: 

Sabreena Haque

Afro-Cuban Salsa Dance Instruction: 

Sean Foster

Venue Oakland

420 14th St. 

Oakland, CA / 21 & Over

Doors 9pm, $5 Before 10pm / $10 After

Venue:

Nestled in the heart of Oakland’s Downtown Historic Theater District, Venue is the city’s newest event space. Built in the early1920’s, Venue boasts a unique charm of yesteryear; a time of stellar art-deco, cavernous ballrooms and the mystique of the Prohibition era. Featuring four distinct rooms spread over three stories, Venue is a welcomed addition to a thriving city where anything is possible. VIP Booths & Bottle Service Available. 

Let life be like music. - Langston Hughes