Launched in 1996, Stones Throw has always done its own thing.
One of the most vital names in underground hip hop, the label has become a virtual by-word in authenticity, invention and – above all – quality.
Celebrated with 2014's wonderful documentary 'Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton', Stones Throw was the subject of a Benji B special on Radio 1 last night (February 4th).
Recalling some of the label's finest moments, Stones Throw founder Peanut Butter Wolf was also on hand for a tasty guest mix.
Check it out HERE.
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Thursday, February 5, 2015
Benji B x Stones Throw Special + A guest mix from Peanut Butter Wolf
Launched in 1996, Stones Throw has always done its own thing.
One of the most vital names in underground hip hop, the label has become a virtual by-word in authenticity, invention and – above all – quality.
Celebrated with 2014's wonderful documentary 'Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton', Stones Throw was the subject of a Benji B special on Radio 1 last night (February 4th).
Recalling some of the label's finest moments, Stones Throw founder Peanut Butter Wolf was also on hand for a tasty guest mix.
Check it out HERE.
Labels:
Benji B,
Clash,
Mix,
Music,
Peanut Butter Wolf,
Stones Throw
Monday, January 12, 2015
DJ Lean Rock Free In The Style Vol. 2 | DJ Lean Rock & DJ B-Ryan
Labels:
Bboy,
BGirl,
Breakbeats,
BreakLife,
Breaks,
DJ Lean Rock,
Free In The Style Vol 2,
Funk,
Hip Hop,
Latin Funk,
Lean Rock,
Mix,
New York,
Red Bull BC One,
SoundCloud,
Stance,
Strife,
UDEF
Monday, January 5, 2015
Julian Newman ABUSES High School Players | 7th Grade Mix Pt 1
Julian Newman ABUSES High School Players | 7th Grade Mix Pt 1
Part 1 of Julian Newman's seventh grade mixtape...
Follow @juliannewman4 & @elitemixtapes on Instagram
Labels:
7th Grade,
ABUSES,
Basketball,
Bball,
BLOG,
Chicago,
Elite Mixtape,
Elite Mixtapes,
High School Players,
Julian Newman,
Mix,
Pt 1,
Shon Roka
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.
AlphaTrion (RftA/WMD) | South Got Something To Say
A b-boy mix featuring new and old funk, all stuff I've been playing at battles for years. If you've ever asked me about a track, chances are it's on here.
Part of a DJ’s job is education, expose people to new music. To that end, I’ve provided a tracklist for everything I played in the mix, if you download it. However, rather than providing just the artist and title so you can plug it in YouTube, I’ve only provided hints. It could be the name of a Label, a studio, an engineer, a musician, re-editor, a place...you get the idea. You’ll have to do some googling. For newer artists I’ve made it pretty easy so you can get to their website or their label’s within probably one search, other stuff is gonna take some digging.
Along the way, hopefully you'll learn a lot more about the music of this culture than just a new url to bookmark. Thanks for your support.
Providing the mix for free, but if you dig it and want to support, there's a donate link above.
Artwork by A. Altenderfer (adamaltenderfer.com)
Enjoy,
-AlphaTrion
Labels:
AlphaTrion,
Bboy,
BGirl,
BHZLife,
BHZLife BLOG,
Breaks,
Brickheadz,
DJ,
Funk,
Mix,
Music,
Shon Roka,
Soul,
SoundCloud,
South Got Something To Say
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.
Saturday, January 3, 2015
Schoolz-N-Session Mix | Deejay Panic | Step x Step Official DJ | #SXSTV
Schoolz-N-Session Mix | Deejay Panic | Step x Step Official DJ | #SXSTV
Deejay Panic representing Step x Step/Outcrowd rings the bell with the funky breaks mix all in time to ease you back into school!
Make sure to follow Panic's Soundcloud at:
@deejayp4n1c
https://soundcloud.com/step-x-step-1/...
STEP x STEP: Uniting Dancers Around The World
SXSAPP • http://bit.ly/15pRgbn
SXSONLINE • http://bit.ly/sRRDwK
SXSYOUTUBE • http://bit.ly/10PRnet
SXSYOUTUBE • http://bit.ly/L3Xtzi
SXSTWITTER • http://bit.ly/YlrEcg
SXSFACEBOOK • http://on.fb.me/VYnmoN
SXSINSTAGRAM • http://bit.ly/10EvoXD
Labels:
#SXSTV,
Bboy,
BGirl,
BHZLife,
Blends,
BreakLife,
Brickheadz,
Dance,
Deejay Panic,
DJ,
DJ Panic,
Mix,
Schoolz-N-Session,
Shon Roka,
Step X Step Official DJ
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, September 2, 2014
Shiftee | Aw Man Mix Scratch (Rinse.FM Plastician Outro)
The ending of my recent guest mix for Plastician's Rinse.FM show (8-29-14) was cut off, so I decided to record it in video form!
Listen to the full mix here - https://soundcloud.com/shifteemusic/r...
And grab my tune "Aw Man" for free here - https://soundcloud.com/hotmomusa/free...
Also played: Lucid - Popzs II
Labels:
BHZLife,
BLOG,
Brickheadz,
Chicago,
DJ,
Mix,
Music,
Rinse.FM Plastician,
Scratch,
Scratching,
Shiftee,
Shon Roka,
Turntablist
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, July 4, 2014
Dennis Infante x Strife | Monthly Mixtape
Dennis Infante is a dancer and DJ from the Bay Area, CA. He currently dances with SF's locking crew, GroovMekanex, and also The MuthaFunkers. He remains active in the dance community whether it's on stage, in cyphers/battles, or judging/DJing at various events, and is also the co-founder of onecypher.com, street dance website.
Throughout the course of his dance/DJ life, Dennis has shared stages with artists like Vikter Duplaix, Rich Medina, Evelyn Champagne King, Pete Rock, Premier, Black Eyed Peas, Rahzel, Souls of Mischief, Jesse Boykins III, Teeko, Max Kane, Swift Rock, Goldenchyld, and also played at jams such as Mighty 4, Freestyle Session, All The Way Live, SouthBound x House Dance Conference, and The 3Styles Battle.
Dennis's sound stays close to his roots in soul, funk, jazz, golden era hip-hop and house. Regardless of what "genre" you may hear him play, he is a firm believer that good music comes in all forms. Having played at parties ranging from Motown On Mondays, Deep SF, Salted, Soulgasm, Kill The Radio, Yes We Can Can, Styles Upon Styles, Summer Soul Festival, Jazz Fiends, So What?!, M Sessions, Dy-no-mite, Strength in Flavor, The Pick Up, Clandestine, and Hot Buttered Soul.
For more info, DJ mixes, classes, or performances, check out Dennis's website at www.soulo1200s.com
Labels:
Bay Area,
Bboy,
Bboy Breaks,
BGirl,
BHZLife BLOG,
CA,
Chicago,
Dance,
Dennis Infante,
DJ,
DJ Shon Roka,
Mix,
Monthly Mixtape,
Music,
SF,
Shon Roka,
Strife
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, July 1, 2014
Lester Burn Em | 400 | Bboy Break Mix
Labels:
Bboy,
Bboy Breaks,
BGirl,
BHZLife BLOG,
BreakLife,
Chicago,
Crooks Crew,
DJ,
DJ Shon Roka,
Lester Burn Em,
Mix,
Shon Roka
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.
Thursday, May 8, 2014
Archie Pelago & Grenier | Navigator
Archie Pelago and Grenier combining talents can only mean one thing: super sumptuous dance music.
The two acts, a Brooklyn trio and San Francisco producer, have previously released material on labels such as Mister Saturday Night Records and Tectonic respectively, soon set to unleash their collaborative project 'Grenier Meets Archie Pelago' on May 19.
Labels:
Archie Pelago,
Base,
Brooklyn,
California,
Chicago,
Collaborations,
Grenier,
House Music,
Jazz,
Mix,
Mixmag,
Musician,
Navigator,
New York,
Producers,
San Francisco,
Saxaphone,
SoundCloud
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Wick-it the Instigator | Live Vinyl Mix (One Take. No Laptop. No Serato. No Bullshit)
This is a one take, all vinyl hip hop mix. This is not a studio creation, this is me, two turntables, and a crate of records. My roots are in spinning hip hop on vinyl, scratching, battling, etc.... Very excited to share this everyone.
- Wick-it the Instigator
Labels:
Chicago,
DJ,
DJ Shon Roka,
Live,
Mix,
Music,
Nashville,
No Bullshit,
No Laptop,
No Serato,
One Take,
Share,
TN,
Turntables,
Vinyl,
Wick-it the Instigator
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, April 15, 2014
Anushka | Never Can Decide
Anushka is Brighton-based duo made up of producer Max Wheeler and singer/songwriter Victoria Port.
The sweet tones of 'Never Can Decide' distill Anushka's charms into 4.33 of bubbling effervescence. Victoria's heart-torn lyrics twist and turn over the vicissitudes of romance.
Meanwhile, Max's production brings to mind the dusty soulfulness of Moodyman, the futurism of Jacques Greene not to mention a hint of pop-wise love songs of Brit electro classics.
Songs with the laidback charm of 'Never Can Decide' are why Anushka are on course to make a load of new friends in 2014.
Twitter @anushkauk
https://www.facebook.com/AnushkaUK
Labels:
Anushka,
Beatport,
Bristish Duo,
Brit Electro,
Brownswood Recordings,
Chicago,
Dance Music,
Download,
Electronica,
House Music,
Love,
Mix,
Moodyman,
Singer,
Songwriter,
Soulful House,
SoundCloud,
Victoria Port
Monday, April 7, 2014
Lester Burn' Em (LBE) | Bedroom Sesh Pt. 3
Labels:
Bboy,
Bedroom Sesh,
BHZLife BLOG,
BreakLife,
Brickheadz,
Crooks,
DJ,
LBE,
Lester Burn' Em,
Mix,
Music
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, March 11, 2014
Lady Alma | It's House Music
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Yoruba Records is honoured to bring to you the incomparable Lady Alma.
Coming from the roots of that Philly soul sound, she quickly became synonymous with house music. Her powerful voice and empowering lyrics lift generations to fully understand self-worth and self-love.
Osunlade is a force within the foundation of house music. Born at the intersection of funk, jazz, blues and rock n roll, he injected new sounds into house with his pristine production and respect for the harmonizing roots of all music. These two dynamic souls join forces in an explosive song.
It's House Music takes us back to a time when one would stand in the alley of the warehouse district in sub-zero weather to hear the latest grooves of the night, dancing till dawn and emerging only for breakfast and a bed. It's House Musicâ will have you dancing all night long with its infectious hook and anthem to house music itself.
Lady Alma's soul stirring powerhouse vocal perfectly marries the mood and movement of this multidimensional sonic offering. This mix will have the world passing the plate from the dance floors of Chicago, Detroit, New York and Philly to the shores of Cape Town and Nigeria.
Written by Osunalde & Alma Horton
Produced by Osunlade
Co-Produced by Rob Paine & Lady Alma
All Instruments by Osunlade
All Vocals by Lady Alma
Labels:
Cape Town,
Chicago,
Detroit,
DJs,
House Dancing,
House Music,
Lady Alma,
Mix,
New House Music,
Nigeria,
NY,
Osunalde,
Philly,
Production,
Soul Music,
Soul Singers,
Soulful House,
Traxsource,
Yoruba Records
Saturday, February 15, 2014
Shon Roka (DJ) | UNFAMOUS: Cypher Champion Breaks Mix | Plus Event Info
Anacron's national indie arts event series Unfamous Fest finally leaps into 2014 with a return to the winter chill of The Windy City! Once again boasting a night of impressive local music, art, dance, and food; Hawk Steady will lace the hallows of Chop Shop's 1st Ward, one of Chicago's most keen and innovative event spaces.
UNFAMOUS: Hawksteady Cypher Champion Break Mix was created for awareness in the CHI for Bboy and BGirl awareness for the event. Its also a part of Shon Roka stepping back up to the Mixtape | Blend Tape scene! #BHZLife BLOG inspired!
MUSIC
Anacron http://AnacronMusic.com/
ILLumiNati Congo http://IlluminatiCongo.com/
Edward Shafer of MEDS http://Facebook.com/pages/Meds/122260691172722
Vivian Garcia http://Facebook.com/VivianGarciaFlymariposa
ART
Live painting, crafts, and organic jewelry by local Chicago artists, including:
Manos Athitakis http://constabletattoo.com/7-manos-athitakis
DANCE
Cipher-style b-boy battle for an exclusive prize package worth over $300
FOOD
Full service cuisine provided by the hosting venue's Chop Shop restaurant and deli
Hosted by Phoenix Alazam and EvieTheCool
Cipher-style Bboy battle hosted & deejayed by DJ Shon Roka
Unfamous Fest created and produced by Anacron
Event coordinated by Anacron, Dana Anderson, Phil Williams, & Irie Swire
Labels:
Bboy,
Breakbeat,
Breaks,
Brickheadz,
Chicago,
Culture,
Cypher Champion Breaks Mix,
Dance,
DJ,
Entertainment,
Life,
Mix,
Shon Roka,
The Chop Shop,
UNFAMOUS,
Wicker Park
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.
Monday, October 28, 2013
Emily King, Sirius Jones, Honors English, John Forte, Bilal & Mann95 | Let It In
Labels:
Bboy,
Bilal,
Brickheadz,
Chicago,
DJ,
Emily King,
Honors English,
John Forte,
Let It In,
Mann95,
Mix,
Music,
Production,
Share,
Shon Roka,
Sirius Jones
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.
Monday, September 2, 2013
Lana Del Rey | Young And Beautiful (Kaskade Mix)
Labels:
Beautiful,
BHZLife,
BLOG,
DJ,
Experience,
Kaskade,
Lana Del Rey,
Life,
Love,
Mix,
Music,
Producer,
Production,
Shon Roka,
Singer,
Songwriter,
Sound,
Summer,
Young,
Young And Beautiful
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, April 12, 2013
#TBT Lauryn Hill | Live Mix | Shon Roka
Labels:
Bboy,
BGirl,
Chicago,
DJ,
Essence,
Fugees,
HipHop,
LaurynHill,
Mix,
NewJersey,
ShonRoka,
TBT
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, April 9, 2013
Shon Roka - Erykah Badu (Quick Mix) | True Essence Of Love
Usually when I put out a mix, it tells you how I'm feeling at the moment. This one is so mellow, so Soulful and R&B, I don't think it truly tells you what's on my mind. I once was told, every mix I put out, there was something going on in my life. This is true...This mix was done because I'm content with my emotions, but I still struggle with the pass. Anyhow, enjoy, hate, love, whatever you feel is necessary. #BHZLife Blog
Labels:
BHZLife,
DJ,
Erykah Badu,
Essnce,
Happiness,
Life,
Love,
Mix,
Mixtape,
Music,
NeoSoul,
RB,
Shon Roka
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.
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