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Funk du Jour Special
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We are honored to host legendary NY disco-house producer, remixer, and DJ Lenny Fontana from Karmic Power Records on our first ever Funk du Jour Interview Special!This is a real NY house and disco story, a one of a kind, behind-the-scenes look into the golden era of NY dance culture at the Paradise Garage, Studio 54, Underground, and an incredible career in house music production which took off with the iconic NY label Strictly Rhythm. He was the first American DJ to spin at the legendary club Pacha in Ibiza and has played in some of the most prestigious clubs around the world. Lenny is also a New Yorker through and through, a true class act and dance music historian with a great sense of storytelling. Please join us in this detailed recollection of these different eras of music blending into each other, a time where New York had "15 Ministries of Sounds", an unparalleled era in the history of dance culture. Not to be missed!For a full bio of Lenny's discography, including his world hit "What you Need" with Duane Harden check out lennyfontana.com
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A Loft Story with "Loose" Kee Jr.
Aug 26, 202101:57:42Tap to summarizeFunk du Jour is proud to present its 3rd edition of its Funkcast series with the legendary dancer from the Loft Days in NYC, Louis "Loose" Key Jr. Learn about his journey as a phenomenal dancer from his first discovery of the legendary underground club in 1980, the music education and spiritual experience that ensued, as well as how it still resonates today. Learn about the Loft's infamous host Dave Mancuso, Larry Levan from Paradise Garage, and the unique vibe and sanctuary feel of the Loft. Loose is featured in the books by Tim Laurence about the Loft and we now have his incredible stories to share!
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A Space Funk Journey with Saucy Lady
Jan 19, 202101:17:44Tap to summarizeTune in for this Space Funk Affair with one of Boston's finest artists in Saucy Lady! She is a funk disco extraordinaire with over 60 singles released on labels such as Star Creature, Midnight Riot, Soul Clap and her own label Audio Chemists Recordings. We cover her unique bi-cultural journey from Japan to the U.S. and dive into her influences from Jazz, Classical, Hip Hop and then Funk/Nu Disco. Learn about her partnership with her husband and synth bass wizard U-Key, as well as her unique perspective on DJaying, performing and her upcoming projects. Not to be missed!
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Funk du Jour NY House Story with legendary Lenny Fontana
Nov 17, 202001:22:41Tap to summarizeWe are honored to host legendary NY disco-house producer, remixer, and DJ Lenny Fontana from Karmic Power Records on our first ever Funk du Jour Interview Special!This is a real NY house and disco story, a one of a kind, behind-the-scenes look into the golden era of NY dance culture at the Paradise Garage, Studio 54, Underground, and an incredible career in house music production which took off with the iconic NY label Strictly Rhythm. He was the first American DJ to spin at the legendary club Pacha in Ibiza and has played in some of the most prestigious clubs around the world. Lenny is also a New Yorker through and through, a true class act and dance music historian with a great sense of storytelling. Please join us in this detailed recollection of these different eras of music blending into each other, a time where New York had "15 Ministries of Sounds", an unparalleled era in the history of dance culture. Not to be missed!For a full bio and catalog of Lenny's discography, including his world hit "What you Need" with Duane Harden check out lennyfontana.com.
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