TILT is a first-of-its-kind, thrill-ride attraction at the top of Chicago's iconic John Hancock Building on the 360 CHICAGO observation deck. Celebrating its anniversary this month & almost 2,000,000 visitors already, comes a short film that observes the challenges of building this architectural achievement; following TILT from its early construction to its final testing & public debut.
Find out more about TILT at http://360Chicago.com
Filmed, edited, directed by Konee Rok http://KoneeRok.com
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Wednesday, April 5, 2017
TILT: Innovation in Thrill | Documentary Short | Directed by Konee Rok
TILT is a first-of-its-kind, thrill-ride attraction at the top of Chicago's iconic John Hancock Building on the 360 CHICAGO observation deck. Celebrating its anniversary this month & almost 2,000,000 visitors already, comes a short film that observes the challenges of building this architectural achievement; following TILT from its early construction to its final testing & public debut.
Find out more about TILT at http://360Chicago.com
Filmed, edited, directed by Konee Rok http://KoneeRok.com
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
For more information contact via email.
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
SideXSide: Pre-visualization of Avery-Sunshine’s “I Got Sunshine” | Animated by Konee Rok
SideXSide: Pre-visualization of Avery-Sunshine’s “I Got Sunshine” | Animated by Konee Rok
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
For more information contact via email.
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
Rhymefest | Found You | Directed by Konee Rok
Music video for "Found You", song from the new documentary "In My Father's House" by filmmakers Ricki Stern & Annie Sundberg which premiered in AMC theaters in October. A story about Rhymefest's reconnection with his homeless father after 25 years. http://www.breakthrufilms.org/films/i...
"I think honest themes about family and vulnerability are missing from hip-hop and I hope to open up the book to that chapter with this song," - Rhymefest tells Rolling Stone about the video.
Cinematography by Jason Intel Deuchler
Music by Scram Jones & Butter Beats Bash
Edited & Directed by Konee Rok
RollingStone Review: http://www.rollingstone.com/music/new...
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
For more information contact via email.
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
Kindred: The Family Soul | "Momma Said Clean Up" | Directed by Konee Rok
Kindred: The Family Soul | "Momma Said Clean Up" | Directed by Konee Rok
Song by: Kindred The Family Soul | KindredTheFamilySoul.com
Animation by: Konee Rok | KoneeRok.com
Purchase the album: itunes.apple.com/us/album/a-couple-friends/id875523178
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
For more information contact via email.
Sunday, June 22, 2014
Lil Jon Roberts | "Space" ft Eric Roberson, Anthony David, Stokley Williams, Musiq Soulchild | Directed by Konee Rok
From Lil' John Roberts new album "The Heartbeat”!
LilJohnRoberts.com a Konee Rok Music Video
Executive Producer: Lil’ John Roberts
Produced, Written, Edited, Directed by Konee Rok
KoneeRok.com
Lil Jon Roberts | "Space" ft Eric Roberson, Anthony David, Stokley Williams, Musiq Soulchild | Directed by Konee Rok from Konee Rok on Vimeo.
Cinematography by Jonathan Young Lighting by Jonathan Young & Konee Rok Camera Operation/Curation: Kenneth S. Johnson for Pulse Entertainment, Inc. Derick Halliman for Lucid Enterprises Associate Producer: Denise R. Russo for School of Thoughts Hair & Make-Up: Latasha Jackson Wardrobe/Productions Assistant: Marinna Teal Drum Stuntman: Jordan Hemby Photography: Heather Lashun Shoot Location: The Dept Store courtesy of Luis Carreras-Erosol Musicians: Drums: Lil’ John Roberts Keys: James Poyser Bass: Pino Palladino Horns: Melvin Jones Drums: Chris Dave Cameos (Order of Appearance): Sy Smith Melvin Jones Avery*Sunshine Lalah Hathaway Strings DJ Jazzy Jeff Pino Palladino Robert Glasper Algebra
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
For more information contact via email.
Wednesday, June 4, 2014
Avery*Sunshine | Call My Name | Directed by Konee Rok
Lead single off Avery*Sunshine's new album "The Sunroom" now available in stores & on itunes!
AverySunshine.com
Avery*Sunshine | "Call My Name" | Directed by Konee Rok from Konee Rok on Vimeo.
::Video Credits:: Written, Animated, Edited, Directed by Konee Rok KoneeRok.com Cinematography by Jason "Intel" Deuchler Lighting by Jonathan Young Directors Assistance by Nicole Luna Rok Assistance by Jayson "Scandls" De Leon Make-up by Debbie Davis Wardrobe by Sabrina Sheppard Wardrobe contributions by Martin Felshman -Producers- Dana Johnson Denise N. White Konee Rok Special thanks to: N2ition Productions, Gwen at Gorilla Tango Theater, Chicago Spotlight, Curtain Kings, Thrift & Thrive, Magnanimous Media, Fantasy Costumes, Paul Ewing, Fiona Bloom, Nicole, Mom, Emjay & Ro-z
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
For more information contact via email.
Friday, March 28, 2014
Pre-visualization | Phife's "Dear Dilla" Video | Directed by Konee Rok | Prod. by DJ Rasta Root
A behind the scenes look at Konee Rok's original animatic storyboard presentation to Phife of A Tribe Called Quest & music producer, DJ Rasta Root; compared side by side with the videos final outcome.
The animatic was presented on 10/17/13. The video was planned with shooting completed exactly one month later on 11/17/13 . The final edit with animation was completed by 12/21/13. The video was premiered at the Atlanta Landmark Midtown Art Cinema on 2/7/14 & in Detroit at The Fillmore Theater for Dilla Day on 2/8/14. Phife's "Dear Dilla" was added to MTV Jams, Hits, U, ,BET Centric & Vevo rotation & released worldwide 2/11/14.
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
For more information contact via email.
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Phife Dawg | Dear Dilla | Directed by Konee Rok I Prod. by DJ Rasta Root
Smokin' Needles Records Presents:
a Konee Rok film
Lyrics: Malik "Phife" Taylor
Music: Dion "Rasta Root" Liverpool
Produced, Written, Edited, Animated, Directed: KoneeRok.com
Executive Producers: Malik "Phife" Taylor & Dion "Rasta Root" Liverpool
Cinematography: Jason "Intel" Deuchler
Lighting: Jonathan Young
deardilla.com
Okayplayer post : bit.ly/dearDilla
Soundcloud : soundcloud.com/djrastaroot/deardilla
#dearDilla is now available on itunes. All proceeds go directly to Dilla's daughters.
itunes.apple.com/us/album/dear-dilla-feat.-dj-rasta/id808588497
Cast:
Malik "Phife Dawg" TaylorDion Liverpool
Maureen Yancey
Ja'Mya Yancey
Ty~Monae' Paige Whitlow
Young RJ, Illa J, T3
Uncle Herm
Dwele
Nicole Humphrey
Ali Shaheed Muhammad
Lisa Dillon
Kris "A.K." Santiago
Vincent "V.Rich" Richardson
Dilla's Delights Group Shot:
Amp Fiddler
Brian "Cryzko" DeBois (2:37am)
Ron Estill
Phife
Dwele
Uncle Herm
Dion "Rasta Root" Liverpool
Antwan Gardner
Crew:
Nicole Luna Rok
Ryan Campbell
Josh Tyron
Joel McGinty
Deanna Cotaquispe
Kevin Epperson
Jenny Luna
Special Contributors:
DJ Chrismix American Junkie
Tyson Simmons Amy Nowaske Mark Jara
Romeo Franklin Croix UrcinaUncle Herm Dilla's Delights The Mighty Junebugg
Amy Hubbarth Mike Vanover
Joylette Hunter Monica Whitlow
Stringz (Hardcore Detroit) Cryzko (2:37am)
Dan Gary Memories & Melodies
Marcel Morin Sarah Mueller Vitae Sessions
Brandon Riley N2ition Al's Restaurant
Marcel Jean Zzaje 5th Element CJ A/V Chicago Berto Vasquez InoPrints Jorge Danny CesarNorthrock 360 Jenny Luna Ron Punsalan
Rane Aiaiai Mono Nike Adidas Señor Kaos
DeMo Jewelry Designs Lacer Headwear
Jodi at Original Penguin Camping World RV Rentals Shure Corporation Acrylick Bird Club Clothing Sarah Mom Dad Tips Emjay Ro-Z Snickers
Locations:
Konee Rok Studios - Chicago, IL
Conant Gardens - Detroit, MI
Dilla's Delights - Detroit, MI
Comerica Park - Detroit, MI
Memories and Melodies - Eastpointe, MI
Hip Hop Shop - Detroit, MI
St. Andrews - Detroit, MI
RJ Rice Studios - Detroit, MI
The Fillmore Theater - Detroit, MI
Avalon International Breads - Detroit, MI
Al's Restaurant - Detroit, MI
American Junkie - Chicago, IL
Rentals:
Vitae Sessions
Josh Tyron
N2ition
A/V Chicago
Dream Digital
PropAbilities
Thank you!
Ma Dukes Ja'Mya JoyletteTy~Monae' Monica
Uncle Herm Amp Fiddler
Slum Village Dwele V.Rich
Ali Shaheed Muhammad
4-Ize Ron Estill
Northrock Jorge Cesar Danny
Deanna (Make-up)
Lisa (Doctor) Nicole (Nurse)
Dj Fudge
Our moms and dads
Deisha Karli Nikki Julien
"Dear Dilla"
Written by:
Malik 'Phife' Taylor, Dion 'Rasta Root" Liverpool,
Vincent "V.Rich" Richardson
Demonterious "DETOXXX" Lawrence
Produced by:
Dj Rasta Root for Riddim Kidz Productions
Scratches by:
Dj Rasta Root for Riddim Kidz Productions
Keys:
Vincent "V.Rich" Richardson
Bass by :
Demonterious "DETOXXX" Lawrence
Mixed by:
Mark "Exit" Goodchild
Mastered by:
Johnny Ho for One Up Mastering
Recorded by Dion Decibels at Project West Studios
M. Taylor
(Diggy Tunez) ASCAP
D. Liverpool
(Sound Of Julien) ASCAP
Vincent "V.Rich" Richardson
(Vibrato Sound Publishing) ASCAP
D. Lawrence
(DETOXXX MUSIC) BMI
In Loving Memory of:
Eugenia "#GrannyPhife" Boyce
Mr. & Mrs. Malcolm Cumberbatch
Grandma Tina
"Baby Chris" Lighty
Uncle Carlisle
"Uncle Kenny" & "Uncle D.D." Wilson
Cesar A. Soto Sr.
Jax
DJ Ox
Dedric 'Fudge' Darcelin
Baatin
Heavy D
Beverly Dewitt Yancey
J Dilla
© 2014 Smokin' Needles Records
For more info on Diabetes & Lupus go to
Kidney.org | LupusResearch.org
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
For more information contact via email.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Scram Jones | Fork in the Road | Directed by Konee Rok
Music & Lyrics by http://ScramJones.com
Written & Animated by http://KoneeRok.com
Song available on Scram's "The Hat Trick" EP on Itunes.
Copyright © 2014 Scram Jones Music | Konee Rok Productions, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
Shon Roka (pronounced Shaun Roca) the DJ also known as Shaun Ortega was born on the west-side of Chicago. He started gaining fame as a bboy in 1991 and later became a member of a well known crew called the BRICKHEADZ. He would perform for such artist and events such as The Roots, KRS One, Immortal Technique, Dougie Fresh, Common, Rhymefest, Cypress Hill, Pharoah Monch, Nas, Diddy, Mariah Carey, Taste of Chicago, Lollapolooza, Looptopia, B96 Summer Bash just to name a few. The BRICKHEADZ also won many breakin' competition nationally and internationally. While Shon Roka was being active as a bboy he was working on his craft of being a DJ.
DJing for w/ Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, Adidas, Vans, Uprise (Chicago) Skateshop for numerous in-stores, sporting events, galleries and corporate outings. Also Shon Roka is a resident DJ post Covid in Chicago at McGee's, Tantrum, Imbibe and Harbee's. While being a DJ, he has been teaching music production and the Art of Skateboarding through Maggie Daley's After School Matters. Also known as Gallery 37.
For more information contact via email.
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