Local 1200 is a crew of DJs, beat-makers, graffiti writers, and party people using culture to ignite the political imagination of the hip-hop generation. The members include DJ Theo, Sake One, DJ Namane, Tim D, and Willie Maze. Local 1200 was founded in 1997 to create positive and challenging spaces for young people to express themselves and build communtities of resistance. Local 1200 locates itself in the best traditions of hip-hop culture, which has struggled to voice the frustrations and aspirations of poor and oppressed people across the world. Using the canvas of cultural self-expression as a foundation. Local 1200 brings the Do-It Yourself ethic of the old school to the Get-It-Together climate of today, providing the soundtrack to the struggle. Local 1200 produces cultural events and parties with political themes to raise spirits, funds, and consciousness. Local 1200 is neither a non-profit organization nor a for-profit venture, but a collectively-operated nucleus of dues-paying members who contribute equally to the group’s work. Local 1200 also collaborates with a wide range of progressive and radical community organizing groups on rallies, community events, and cultural programs in an attempt to bridge the gap between cultural expression and political struggle. THE MEANING OF THE NAME: ‘1200’ comes from the model number for two of the primary tools of hip-hop musical expression: the Technics 1200 MKII DJ turntable, and the E-MU SP1200 digital sampler and drum machine. ‘Local’ refers to the local, politically and culturally grounded origins of the members of the crew, and also references the working class spirit of union locals. In 1999, Local 1200 won a Goldies Award in the San Francisco Bay Guardian

Last updated by Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist Aug 14, 2008.

Best guide to hip hop, soul, reggae concerts & events in San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles & New York City + music, videos, radio and more

Connect

Subscribe to E-Blast

WIN TICKETS

Earth, Wind & Fire
Friday, June 27 @ Greek Theatre, Berkeley

Macy Gray
Saturday, July 12 @ Palace of Fine Arts, SF

Thievery Corporation
Saturday, Sept 6 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Yung Lean
Saturday, Oct 11 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Members

Photos

  • Add Photos
  • View All

Latest Activity

TEAM BIGGA RANKIN posted a discussion

New Single: Chase Alexander "The One"

Viral Singer/Songwriter Chase Alexander Partners With Warner Music Group to Drop his new single "The One"Click Here to Stream/Download via Virdiko.comRecord Label(s): C/A Entertainment/Twenty Two Recordings/Warner Music GroupContact: AJ BurtonTikTok: …See More
yesterday
Tampa Mystic posted a blog post

Ottawa’s Taz Bentii Drops 11:11 Project & Gets prepared for Big Heff’s Streets Most Wanted Tour

Taz Bentii is a 20-year-old artist from Ottawa whose musical journey began just three years ago. In that short time, his sound has evolved rapidly, earning growing recognition within the hip hop community. Widely regarded as one of the most promising emerging talents from Canada’s capital, Taz recently collaborated with TV Gucci, a member of Drake’s OVO roster, further cementing his rising profile.Taz has already made his mark beyond Ottawa,…See More
yesterday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
yesterday
Olivia Perry posted blog posts
yesterday
realmuzik posted a discussion

Sentury Crowned #1 in the Nation with their Soulful Reimagining of “Only Human”

Houston based R&B group Sentury has triumphed in spectacular fashion, claiming the #1 spot on the Mediabase Urban AC Chart and #2 on Billboard Adult R&B Airplay with their breakout single, "Only Human.” This achievement not only crowns the 9x Billboard-charting group as the #1 record in the nation, but also signals the triumphant return of the R&B group to…See More
Saturday
Editor's Pick posted videos
Friday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Thursday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Wednesday
Tampa Mystic posted a blog post

Locked In and On the Rise: PartyBoi & Kristy Love Deliver Feel-Good Anthem with Twin Luv

Milwaukee-bred and Atlanta-based artist PartyBoi is turning up the love and energy with his latest single Twin Luv featuring Kristy Love. Released under PartyBoi Entertainment and produced by DubOnThaTrack, the record celebrates connection, loyalty, and hustle, all wrapped in a catchy hook that shouts: “Go twin, go twin, dats…See More
Wednesday
realmuzik posted a discussion

TAVE Returns With New Hit Single “BLOCK” ft. IDK

“BLOCK” is a powerful new single from Grammy nominated R&B sensation TAVE, featuring none other than acclaimed British-American rapper IDK and 13-time Grammy-nominated icon, Musiq Soulchild.“BLOCK” is a soul-drenched collision of hip-hop and R&B - a warm, nostalgic soundscape pulsing with honesty and intention.  The track challenges surface-level assumptions and…See More
Tuesday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Jul 21
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Jul 19

© 2025   Created by Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service