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The El Rey Theater. I remember this place from back in the day when I used to come here and get my groove on in a different way. This used to be the place for one of the hottest night clubs around. It still holds its charm and character to this day and tonight, once again, I will be getting my groove on!
I was at the Orlando Hotel here in 
The sound system is stacked and ready to capture souls with its thunderous pulse. There was a DJ spinning funky dance tunes preparing the crowd for the mental and physical movement that was about to take place. Little did we know that he would be part of mix of the music that would contribute to the Spirit Music Jamia sound.
Tonight’s performance was promoted by KCRW and
they cater to quite an eclectic variety of taste. The players appeared
on stage and the horn section of Ron Blake, Kebby Williams and
Three horns, two percussionist, electric piano,
one DJ and everlasting BASS like chocolate Nutella funk, rich and
delicious! The power of the drums and the low funky pulse of Michele
tucked away and running the show peacefully from the rear. It is not
about being on the corner Front and
After a few tunes she takes hold of the
microphone and gives peace and blessings to the audience. Shortly
thereafter, she is joined by
The epicenter is the El Rey and the kick drum is the fault. The intense sound vibrates the floor, the Richter is rockin, and we are all grounded in the funk. DJ Jahi Sundance weaves the tunes together in a fabric that only Miles could get away with wearing. The velocity and force are as intense as a panther chasing his prey with in the background, the words of Martin Luther ring in the mix.
No doubt music for a free mind and an open ear. I have been told that this band rocked
Peace
LeRoy Downs
