THE BOOM BAP: Atlanta Jumpoff!

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 18th AT FLUID — Arguably one of the most influential hip hop producers of all time, Dilla forever changed the landscape of music. From artists A Tribe Called Quest, and Pharcyde to Janet Jackson and D’angelo you can always tell a track that Dilla worked on. — 4th PYRAMID is a producer, rapper, and DJ from Toronto. His unique style of Ableton based DJing is like dance floor rocket fuel, and hes a beast on the mic. We couldn’t think of anyone better suited to join us this month to set it off.

SATURDAY MARCH 23rd @ THE FIVE SPOT — As a member of Philly’s own Ill Vibe Collective and an original member of The Boom Bap‘s Philadelphia chapter DJ Lil’ Dave has rocked countless parties. Know for his smooth mixes, timing and impeccable selection, DJ Lil Dave behind the wheels is synonymous with a bumpin party. You already know!

DJing since 1986, it’s safe to say that Bazarro has seen some things! As a member of Beatminerz Radio and Dysfunkshunal Familee Crew, Crazy DJ Bazarro has gained a rep as a host that’s able to rock the party and the decks at the same time! A skill that is not very common in this world… He works closely with DJ Evil Dee (Beatminerz) and has toured the world with artists such as Jean Grae, The Roots, Bahamadia and DJ Drama! Schooled for years in that NYC Boom Bap so expect this one to get CRAZY!

SATURDAY June 28th @ THE FIVE SPOT Nashville, TN – A Philadelphia native, from a city with one of the richest DJ histories, Cosmo cut his chops alongside contemporaries such as ?uestlove and Rich Medina, and when he relocated to Brooklyn in the early ’00s he helped found the internationally known DJ / remix collective The Rub. During the past 10 years Cosmo has played the four corners of the globe and has released countless mix tapes, remixes, and records. Now as a solo performer Cosmo is bringing his show to larger audiences around the globe. His knowledge of music is only matched with his uncanny ability to move the crowd.

SATURDAY November 28th @ THE FIVE SPOT Nashville, TN – Mike 2600 is a 19-year veteran DJ, cuttin’ up full figured funk and real raw raps especially for you and yours. Mike has shared the stage and opened up for DJs and musicians including Chromeo, DJ Shadow and Cut Chemist, Atmosphere, DaM FunK, Dillon Francis, Flosstradamus, Mixmaster Mike, Madlib, Peanut Butter Wolf, Nick Waterhouse, Nadastrom, Spank Rock, DJ Assault, Tittsworth, Orgone, !!!, Dengue Fever, and Tiesto.