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West African Drum & Dance in Long Beach

Dance to the beat of the Djembe and DounDoun drums every Saturday from 12-3:30pm at MacArthur Park aka Homeland Cultural Center in Long Beach, CA. Men, women and children of all ages are invited and encouraged to join the dance classes … Continue reading

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Free Indie Music Download: 513 Elevators New EP “The Clouds”

Slim Da Reazon, King G, E-Piff and DJB are back at it again.  Following their debut album “Goin’ Up” (released on 11-11-11) the Cincinnati Hip Hop/Rock collective 513 Elevators  are rising high  with the release of their new EP “The Clouds”.  Described as a … Continue reading

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The Return of Park Jam 2012

Community aka ComeUnity, in all senses of the word, best describes one of Long Beach’s most powerful and anticipated  summer events: Park Jam. What started as a quaint, “underground” gathering of artist friends and family, has grown into a widely known and well-attended, Hip … Continue reading

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Exclusive SolShock.com Q&A with KJLH Radio Host Kameron Greene

Meet the joyful and radiant Kameron Greene, a broadcast professional and host of “The RadioFree Top 23 Countdown” on the Los Angeles radio station 102.3 FM KJLH.  With over a decade of radio broadcast experience, Kameron has covered everything from the local news, to sports and interviews.  As … Continue reading

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Indie Music & Video Exclusive: “Dear God” – In Memory of Trayvon Martin

“Dear God exists because we were trying to process this tragedy and discover how we could add to the discourse.” – I.C. A poetic prayer set to Hip Hop, made in memory of Trayvon Martin, best describes “Dear God”, the … Continue reading

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New Music: “Makes Me Wanna” by Rebel Eye and Armchair Generals

Singer-songwriter Rebel Eye is giving music lovers a soulful treat with her brand new song “Makes Me Wanna” (Uptempo – Soul/House/Dance).  Produced by Long Beach’s own Armchair Generals, “Makes Me Wanna” is sure to heat up the dance floors this summer. Listen … Continue reading

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513 Elevators + Special Guests Live 4/19

Catch 513 Elevators and special guests Roberto Gell and the Midnight Ravers live this Thursday at Suzy’s Bar & Grill in Hermosa Beach.  Elevating with a purpose that’s sound, the 513 Elevators take you higher with their unique rock-infused hip hop and soulful … Continue reading

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Gearing Up for Green Long Beach! Festival 2012

We’re looking forward to the 4th annual Green Long Beach! Festival and wanted to get a head start on spreading the word. It’s happening June 9 at the Marina Green near Shoreline Village in downtown Long Beach. “Change Is In The Air” … Continue reading

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Rock With the 513 Elevators @ Suzy’s

Elevating ‘with a purpose that’s sound’, the 513 Elevators take you higher with their soulful rock-infused hip hop and acoustic blend that is unmatched. This fast-emerging band from Cincinnati, OH brings their light to Los Angeles, performing songs from their … Continue reading

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