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1) XTRA SPECIAL URBAN GROOVZ - ANTHONY DAVID Album Release Party!
2) LATIN DANCE NIGHT AT SABOR LATINO
3) CARLOS SANTANA IN CONCERT w/MACY GRAY
4) NYTEJAZZPOETRY @ THE APOLLO CONCERT HALL IN BIR
5) BIRMINGHAM HIP HOP MUSEUM OF ART HIP HOP PEACE FESTIVAL WEEK
6) BIRMINGHAM LATIN DANCE PARTY THIS FRIDAY!
7) REGGAE EXPLOSION @ TROPICAL BAR & LOUNGE IN BIR
8) THE FIFTH SUNDAY POETRY JAZZ JAM
9) BIG EVENTS ALL SUMMER AT THE TABERNACLE IN ATL!!!
10) NATIONAL BLACK ARTS FESTIVAL 2000
11) BIRMINGHAM HERITAGE FESTIVAL 2000
12) ALBUM RELEASE PARTY for JULIE DEXTER AT YIN YANG
SPECIAL NOTE(s):
- Click the following link to visit SYNTHESIS, INC. on line:
http://synthesisinc.virtualave.net
- Click the following link to visit one of Birmingham's unique, cafe cool
spots: http://www.liquid360.net
- Click the following link for Events On The Poetry Scene
http://www.undergroundepics.com/yournews.htm
- FULL MENTAL JACKET is now available at 3 locations in Alabama:
* MAHOGONY BOOKS & GIFTS in the Western Hills Mall in Fairfield
* LITTLE PROFESSOR BOOKS & CAFE, 2717 South 18th Street in Homewood
* ROOTS & WINGS, 1345 Carter Hill Road in Montgomery.
Visit http://www.geocities.com/maliksun/mental.html for a preview
Power & Peace,
SUN
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 13, 2000
URBAN GROOVZ - ANTHONY DAVID CD RELEASE PARTY
@ 22nd Street Jazz Café
710 South 22nd Street in Downtown Birmingham
(between 7th Avenue South & University Boulevard)
SPECIAL EVENT: THE ANTHONY DAVID ALBUM RELEASE PARTY celebrating the release
of "The Acoustic Mix Tape" - underground soul EP by Anthony David
featuring:
* a live acoustic performance by Atlanta's Soul ambassador ANTHONY DAVID
- ANTHONY DAVID's descriptive lyrics, soulful delivery and funky guitar
grooves made such an impression on Birmingham in March & May, that we just
had to bring him back for a third performance. Anthony's performance
captivates audiences by transforming elements of Soul, Hip-Hop, Blues & Folk
into strong vocals, witty lyrics and groovy guitar licks. Anthony's
well-loved songs "Krooked Kop," "Cold Turkey," & "Microphone Check Session"
are recorded on his new EP "The Acoustic Mix Tape," which will be available
on CD the day of the show.
* the erotic spoken word-art of HARRY "TEPOTS" TATUM
- aka The Honey Dripper
* Open Mic Poetry Sessions hosted by THE SEVENTH SUN
- auhtor of "Full Mental Jacket" (c. 1999)
Doors open at 5:00 PM...Admission is $7 'til 7PM & $10 afterwards
The kitchen & bar will be open to provide food & beverages.
18 & up to enter...21 & up to drink responsibly.
Artists, patrons of the arts and the curious are welcome.
For more info contact The Seventh Sun at 205.806.8030 or Griot_7@hotmail.com
Visit the following links:
To find out more about Synthesis - http://synthesisinc.virtualave.net
To find out more about 22nd St Jazz Café - http://www.jazzcafe.4ever.cc
This unique addition to Central Alabama's cultural scene is brought to you
by SYNTHESIS, INC. & 22nd Street Jazz Café. Synthesis is a non-profit
collective of eclectic minds, unified to foster creativity in
under-represented communities through educational programs, artistic events
and public service.
For a locator map and directions, click the following link:
http://maps.expedia.com/default.asp?C=33.506823,-86.796877&A=6&O=0,0&L=USA0409&Pr=1&P=33.506823,-86.796877,1,710+22nd+St+S%2C+Birmingham%2C+AL+35233&Title=710+22nd+St+S%2C+Birmingham%2C+AL+35233&L=USA0409
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SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2000 @ 10 PM
LATIN DANCE NIGHT @ Sabor Latino
112 Green Springs Hwy. in Homewood, AL
(just south of Birmingham City limits)
This summer's Latin Dance Parties @ Sabor Latino have been sizzling lately
with tons of great new music and dancers at the parties! The party starts at
10 PM and goes until 2 AM. Those of you that attend the Birmingham parties
know that the crowds have gotten bigger and better with each Latin party!
All are welcome. For more info call 205.942.9480
For a locator map and directions, click the following link:
http://msn.maps.expedia.com/pub/agent.dll?qscr=mmvw&msds=B9099E62$18X$36w.$14$36w94!D0$150!2$31$32.Green.Springs.Hwy!60$0A0Birmingham20AL50$33$35$32$30$390000!4$FF000!8$FF!60$7BA$F2kw$BB!2$40T$30$F0$FD$89$B4U$C030001000!8$FF000$14000!4$FF!I010
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The legendary CARLOS SANTANA live in concert
w/opening performance by MACY GRAY
SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2000 @ 8:00 PM
@ The Coca-Cola Lakewood Amphitheatre in Atlanta, GA
Tickets on sale NOW,
prices range from $28.75 to $61.75.
Tickets may be purchased at Earwax Music, Tower Records & all Ticketmaster
locations (www.ticketmaster.com to order on-line).
For more ticket info, 404.249.6400
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"NYTEJAZZPOETRY"
SUNDAY, JULY 23, 2000
APOLLO CONCERT HALL & ENTERTAINMENT CENTER
(located in the MIDWAY PLAZA next to the western area YMCA)
1201 BESSEMER ROAD on Birmingham's West Side
Doors open @ 5:00 PM, show starts @ 6:00 PM
ADMISSION is $5.00
featuring:
* Poetry Competition w/$200 prize for the best performance
* Open Mic Poetry
* Catered Buffet
Note: The poetry competition will be judged based on audience response to
each performance. Categories for this event will be "conscious" &
"romantic...love." Poets are asked to arrive by 5:30 PM to sign up.
For more info, contact 205.925.8203
For a locator map and directions, click the following link:
http://msn.maps.expedia.com/pub/agent.dll?qscr=mmvw&msds=1CF477F5$18X$36w.$14$36w94!D0$100$31$32$30$31.Bessemer.Rd!60$0A0Birmingham20AL50$33$35!2$32$380000!4$FF000!8$FF!60$EE$A1$F12$F4$BC!2$40$2A$5E$C0$26$86$B9U$C060001000!8$FF000$14000!4$FF!I010
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BIRMINGHAM HIP HOP MUSEUM OF ART presents
HIP HOP PEACE FESTIVAL WEEK - JULY 25th-30th
The cultural contributions of R&B and hip-hop music, coupled with
educational and other youth outreach programs, will be the focus of
Birmingham, Ala.'s Hip Hop Museum of Art.
Slated to open in spring 2001 with groundbreaking set for Sept. 3, the
museum will be part of the Magic City's burgeoning Fourth Avenue
Historical District.
Events will include a walk for peace, a celebrity golf tournament, a block
party, a voter registration drive, a youth sports clinic, and the museum's
first benefit gala/launching party at the Sheraton Civic Center Hotel.
Proceeds from these various activities will benefit Mothers Against Violence
and the Deneidra Foundation, an Alabama nonprofit organization dedicated to
helping children with disabilities.
For more info call 800-673-7200.
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The Latin Explosion is going strong in Central Alabama. Be a part of the
sensation that's sweeping the nation.
FRIDAY, JULY 28, 2000 at 11 PM
LATIN DANCE PARTY w/DJ BERRACO (aka Carlos)
@ 22nd Street Jazz Café
710 South 22nd Street in Downtown Birmingham
(between 7th Ave. South & University Blvd.)
Admission is $6.00
Central Alabama's NuyoLatin Soul Brother #1, DJ Berraco, will be sprinkling
the adobo on wax, serving up the Latin flava for all those who've ever
dreamed of "living la vida loca." Salsa, Merengue and other Latin sounds
will be in constant rotation. The party starts at 11pm and goes until 3am.
All ages are welcome, but you gotta be 21 and up to drink responsibly.
For more info call 205.252.0407
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SATURDAY, JULY 29th
REGGAE EXPLOSION
Tropical Bar & Lounge
17th Street near First Avenue North
in Downtown Birmingham
Doors open @ 8:00 PM...Admission is $5.00
This event will be EVERY SATURDAY!
Caribbean food will be available for the eatin'
For more info contact NKrumah @ 205.323.5444 or Bodile @ 205.320.0210
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THE FIFTH SUNDAY POETRY JAZZ JAM
SUNDAY, JULY 30, 2000
Show starts at 4:00 PM
Open Mic Poetry to follow feature performance
at Roots & Wings - A Cultural Bookplace (as featured in Essence)
1345 Carter Hill Road
Montgomery, Alabama (near Alabama State University)
featured artists to be announced!!
Call (334) 262-1700 for more info
Click the following link for maps and directions:
http://www.expediamaps.com/default.asp?C=32.3590324322387,-86.2861911005358&A=16&OX=0&OY=0&P=32.3590324322387,-86.2861911005358,1,1345+Carter+Hill+Rd
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BIG events happening this summer at THE TABERNACLE (home of the FunkJazz
Kafe)
152 Luckie Street NW (near Centennial Park)
Atlanta, GA
SUNDAY, JULY 23rd
SpitKicker - The Tour
featuring true school Hip-Hop Artists
- De La Soul
- Common
- Biz Markie
- Pharoahe Monch
- Talib Kweli & Hi Tek (Reflection Eternal)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 13th @ 7:30 PM
Summer Fest 2000: A Tribute to the Legends
featuring Reggae artists: Maxi Priest, Toots & the Maytals, Andrew Tosh and
Kymani Marley
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24th @ 8:00 PM
Wu-Tang Clan - The Underground Tour
Advanced Tickets = $24; at the door = $29
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29 th @ 9:00 PM
legendary Roots Reggae artist BURNING SPEAR live in concert
Keep these summer dates in mind!
@ The Tabernacle
152 Luckie Street NW (near Centennial Park)
Atlanta, GA
Get tickets at http://sfx.com or The Tabernacle Box Office
For more event info visit http://www.tabernaclemusic.com or call
404.659.9022
Click the following link for directions to THE TABERNACLE:
http://msn.maps.expedia.com/default.asp?C=33.758877,-84.391374&A=12&OX=0&OY=0&L=USA0409&Pr=1&P=33.758877,-84.391374,1,152+Luckie+St+NW%0D%0AAtlanta%2C+GA+30303&Title=152+Luckie+St+NW%0D%0AAtlanta%2C+GA+30303&L=USA0409
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Be Connected...Be Inspired...Be Transformed!
The NATIONAL BLACK ARTS FESTIVAL 2000
July 28th - August 6th
in Atlanta, GA
The National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) invites you to attend the 7th
biennial festival to be held in Atlanta, GA. The NBAF summer is the world's
largest celebration of the sights, sounds, and expressions of the African
Diaspora. From the celebratory procession that opens the 10-day event at
THE STUDIOPLEX on Auburn to the closing weekend activities on the grounds of
the historic ATLANTA UNIVERSITY CENTER, the NBAF 2000 will present events
highlighting the achievements of artists of African descent.
For more info visit http://www.nbaf.org or call 404.730.0177
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AUGUST 4th - 6th
BIRMINGHAM HERITAGE FESTIVAL 2000
in the Downtown Civil Rights District
featuring performances by:
- Angie Stone
- Destiny's Child
- Kirk Franklin & Nu Nation
- Goodie Mob
- Ona Watson
- Eric Essix
- Roy Ayers
and MANY more!
Tickets available now @ Ticketmaster (http://www.ticketmaster.com) and at
local outlets across the BIR Metro Area!
For more info call 205.324.3333
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 18, 2000
ALBUM RELEASE PARTY
for
JULIE DEXTER - Queen of the UK Soul sound
at
YIN YANG Music Café
64 Third Street
in Midtown Atlanta, GA
Doors open @ 9:00 PM
Admission is $12 before 11:00 PM, $15 after
Call 404.607.0682 for more info
another SOUL UNDERGROUND production
Check out Julie Dexter's sound on "Chocolate Soul: The Music Compilation" in
stores now! Get your copy INSTATNTLY BY CREDIT CARD online at
http://www.chocolatesoul.com or http://www.amazon.com
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A NEW BLACK RENAISSANCE IS EVOLVING THROUGH THE SYNTHESIS
OF ANCIENT ELEMENTS...KEEP YOUR THIRD EYE OPEN FOR UPCOMING EVENTS...
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