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  • Soul Strut 25. This is the End.

    javonskijavonski
    RAJ said:
    What's up everybody?  Happy New Year!  After much deliberation, I have decided to close the site on its 25th birthday (October 31, 2024).  I realize this place is way past its "sell by" date, but there have been a few moments where I thought I could spend time to revitalize the community and get back in the game.  Unfortunately, it doesn't look like that will happen anytime soon with other real world movez taking higher priority.  I would like to thank all of you (especially those who stuck around during in the lean years post 2012).  It means a lot.  I'll will try my best to post memories and give the site a proper send off... maybe do one last mix or two.  Godspeed everyone!

    - Raj

    Hey Raj,

    First, Happy New Year! Second, I am sad to hear this news.  Although I rarely visit the site these days, I still have a lot of fond memories of Soulstrut!  Even the times when Frank and I went at it lol!  Throughout it all, this has been a place for a great community of record collectors and music heads.  

    You will be sorely missed!  Best of luck with everything!

    Cheers bro!

    Amir

    billbradleykicks79

  • Strata Records-The Sound of Detroit-Reimagined by Jazzanova-

    javonskijavonski
    Finally, our dream project is ready for the world!
    In association with BBE Music DJ Amir and 180 Proof Records, Music proudly presents ‘Strata Records - The Sound of Detroit - Reimagined by Jazzanova’, a brand-new celebration of the iconic imprint.
    Check Out the Single and Album:
    Creative Musicians (single): https://orcd.co/creativemusicians



    klezmer electro-thug beatsElectrode

  • Strata Records Film Documentary

    javonskijavonski
    So I’ve been contemplating the thought of truly documenting the history and legacy of Strata Records, but I haven’t been able to realize a way to do so. Some of this is due to my negligence and some due to not being able to secure funding or the right situation.

    However, I really want to document their rich history. Therefore, I am reaching out to solicit help in securing funding to film a documentary on the history and legacy of Strata Records. I want to do this soon as many of the original members of the Strata collective are no longer with us, and those that are still alive are advanced in age.

    I’m also open to any and all suggestions for securing funding and backing for the documentary. So if anyone has any suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact me! You can contact me at info@180-proof.com

       #stratarecords #detroit #jazz #funk #soul #documentary
    ketanElectrode

  • Chick Corea live at the Strata Concert Gallery, Detroit, 1973

    javonskijavonski
    #tbthursday dedicated to the legendary Chick Corea! It took me a minute, but I found this scan in my archives of his live show at the Strata Concert Gallery in 1973.

    I’m also actively looking for this master so if you have any leads or suggestions, by all means, please let me know! Rest easy brother! #ripchickcorea #jazz #chelseamassachussetts #strataconcertgallery #stratarecords #detroit #180proofrecords
    ketanppadilhaElectrode

  • DJ Amir presents a three-part lecture series bout the legacy and impact of jazz, hip-hop, and race!

    javonskijavonski

    I am very excited to announce that I have created a three-part lecture series about the legacy and impact of jazz, hip-hop, and race to include:

    *Fat Beats: The Resurgence of Vinyl and the Age of Independent Hip-Hop

    *My Discovery of the Charles Mingus Master Tapes, and the History of Strata Records

    *Embracing Realities: Hip-Hop and the Intersectionality of Race and Cultural Appropriation



    Each lecture is designed to educate the uninitiated, and elucidate the informed and curious.


    Each lecture will be one hour and a half featuring rare and exclusive audio and visual footage from my extensive archives.


    For a more detailed description of the series, rate inquiries, and securing bookings, please contact amir@180-proof.com.


    I look forward to bringing this series to your country, city, or town soon!


    Stay safe and all the best,

    Amir


    dizzybull