livingonhigherground

2007-04-01T18:31:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all the Lilly Allen fans that that came to Higher Ground this week. In addition to an exciting after party we also had Consequence Albums to give away courtesy of Sony BMG. If you havent yet copped Cons' new album please do it's solid from front to back. Tuesday April 3rd We are pleased to welcome not 1 but 2 special acts Boom Box Saints and SVS Style Dancers!
Do remember that were now only one week away from DJ ELEVEN! Tickets are now on sale at Goodfoot,Dipt,Beatstreet,El Kartel and Scratch.

2007-03-22T17:38:00.000-07:00

DJ Eleven began his career in Oakland, CA as a founder of Local 1200, a crew that includes DJs Sake One, Namane, Tim Diesel, and Willie Maze, now among the most sought-after club DJs in the Bay Area. Working and living in New York City for over 5 years, Eleven uses his large, diverse music collection and extensive experience to keep crowds moving in the hottest nightspots on both coasts.
Eleven has moved crowds at high-profile events such as Spitkicker’s monthly party in NYC (founded by esteemed hip-hop MC Talib Kweli and members of De La Soul) and the 5-year anniversary of Philadelphia’s longest-running hip-hop party, Remedy 215. During the summer of 2003, Eleven served as tour DJ for the Nike Battleground Tour street ball tournament. He’s also spun at issue release parties for Mugshot Magazine and Wax Poetics and private parties for And1, Universal Music Group, and Motown Records.

This DJ’s greatest strength is his uncanny ability to get any crowd out of their seats and keep them dancing all night long. His wide musical range allows him to spin sets including Hip-Hop/ contemporary R&B, Breaks and Rare Grooves, Disco/Funk/Soul, Reggae, and ‘80’s, with the skill that brings party people back for more.

In addition to being an in-demand party DJ, Eleven also shares his musical knowledge by contributing articles to Mugshot, Scratch, Wax Poetics, Mass Appeal, Platform.net and 4080. He produces critically acclaimed mix CDs, including his own series “Soul Vols. 1-3” and “Party &Bullshit Vol. 1-5”, as well as “I’m Rick James, B----!”, “The Glamorous Life”, and numerous hip hop mix CDs hosted by artists such as De La Soul, Talib Kweli, and M.F. Doom. But his experience is not limited to being a scribe and selector. Eleven also held positions in A&R and Production at the now-defunct underground hip hop stronghold Rawkus Records and serves as East Coast Marketing Director for soul phenom Goapele’s label, Skyblaze Music.

DJ Eleven has rocked hot spots in London, Miami, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas and held down residencies in New York, Philadelphia, and San Francisco. He’s spun alongside such notables as DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Premier, DJ Spinna, Lord Sear, Mighty Mi, ?uestLove from The Roots, DJ Soul, Qool DJ Marv, DJ Evil Dee, DJ Cosmo Baker, DJ Ayres, and Tony Touch.

http://www.djeleven.com/
http://www.myspace.com/deejayeleven
www.itstherub.com

Livingonhighergroud

2007-03-22T11:03:00.000-07:00

Another week, another great party. This was our 3rd week at Century House and again we would like to thank all of you for your continued support. This night just seems to be getting better! We are following it up next week with the Consequence CD release party! We will have prizes to give away including copies of the Album. Be there early to avoid disappointment.

2007-03-12T22:39:00.000-07:00

Tuesday March 6th was a landmark for us as is was the first edition of Higher Ground! Thanks to all that came down to party and enjoy this beautiful venue. Next week we are pleased to welcome 1Luv, an 8 peice soul band that will leave you wanting more.