A-Ski + The Root Down = New Year's Day 2005
a magic moment.
(FYI: ALL VINYL, NO LAPTOP or CDJ)
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UNIQUE 74 / A-Ski presents a total experience in sound. Live from Los Angeles! Tune In ...Tell a friend..Turn it up! A Very Special THANK YOU to Everyone all over who have been supporting the Unique74 Podcast!! Your support is overwhelming and cherished! Stay tuned we have more in store!
BOOKING + PRESS INQUIRIES | DJ A-SKI:
djaski.unique74@gmail.com
This LA native / Dj / Producer / Musicologist has been one of the most trusted taste makers and main architects of the Los Angeles Sound for nearly three decades while constantly raising the bar in performance and showmanship.
His style often described as "refreshing and energetic" has earned the self made, charismatic, music aficionado a loyal following and a reputation as ( once quoted by SOULBOUNCE.COM) "the most imitated, never duplicated".
He is affectionetly known in the elite of music circles as the "walking encyclopedia" , his love and passion for music as a DJ was first established in the mid 70's. At the age of 5, he would play at various socials and family gatherings. He would comb through the very large record collections of his parents and siblings with titles bearing the names of artists such as Wilson Pickett, Stevie Wonder, Sylvester, Kool and The Gang, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, James Brown, Sly and The Family Stone,The Meters, B52's, Kraftwerk,etc
A-Ski has collaborated with the likes of Sly Stone , Babystone, James Gadson, Wah Wah Watson, Edwin Birdsong, Jim Gilstrap, Nikka Costa, Marc Ford (The Black Crowes), Seal, Pete Rock, Dj Spinna, Vikter Duplaix, J Rawls, Dj Dusk, Dj Rhettmatic, Ralph M, Dj Joe Cooley, Kon and Amir, Dj Center, Mark Luv, Mona Lisa, Qool Marv, PPP, Scott K, Rich Medina, Maya Azucena, Little Brother, Me'Shell Ndegeocello, Joe Sumner (Son of STING),
Andy Vargas (SANTANA), PPP, The Breakestra, The Rebirth, etc .
His sound has also contributed to the branding of companies such as Nike, Puma, Adidas, Estee Lauder, Red Carpet Boutique, Sport Illustrated, Ralph Lauren, Scion/Toyota, HBO, True Religion Jeans, just to name a few. He's also played various venues/residencies such as The W Hotel (where he was weekend resident), The Room (where he held court for 5 years with the legendary Thursday nite party "Love Is The Message"), The Standard, The Roosevelt Hotel, Little Temple, Temple Bar, King King, Zanzibar, House of Blues (Foundation Room/Main Floor), Tillmans, SOB, Sin Sin, Tripple Crown,etc.
In the mid 90's A-Ski worked for various record labels such as Geffen, Virgin/EMI and Interscope. During that period, his seasoned ear helped break the legendary sounds of D'angelo, Dr Dre, Nikka Costa, Mary J Blige, The Roots ,Daft Punk, Les Nubians, Scritti Politti, Beenie Man, Erick Sermon, Zap Mama, NERD, Gang Starr, Jurassic 5, Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, Kelis,etc. Around that period he also got his taste of the radio industry as an intern at KCRW (working under the direction of Gary Calimar, Tom Schnabel and Jason Georges) while trying to follow in the footsteps of his hero The Legendary Frankie Crocker. His first taste on the radio was made a reality due to one of his mixtapes circulating throughout his senior year in high school during the early 90's. This very tape caught the ear of Mixmaster Dj Tee who at the time was a "Mixmaster" on the Legendary LA radio station 1580 KDAY AM and that same tape was eventually aired saturday night on the
"Mixmaster Show". In that same year, while "digging in the crates" and mastering the "pause button" technique; he eventually met his hero who not only shared some secret production tips but also encouraged A-Ski to persue his goal as a Dj/Producer. That man was the "Juice Crew" leader himself, Marley Marl.
In the area of radio production, A-Ski produced two radio shows on the NYC based Wheat Bread Radio (the nightime Soul themed "SUTRA" and his Thursday morning mix show "Unique 74 Sessions") and previously served as Creative Director/Producer/Host of "Walk Talkin' Radio" for SCION/Broadband (2006-2008). Currently, he is the host/producer/dj for the Unique 74 podcast (based off his label imprint) which has gained a very receptive and growing audience in the U.S, Europe plus additional new markets. He also throws a weekly Thursday Nite party in LA called "STEREOLOVE" which bears the Unique 74 sound and its soulful attributes.
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Afro Latin Funk Jazz Soul
Mid 80's-Early 90's Hip Hop/R&B Throwbacks
This is the latest from the Beat Installment series..Be on the lookout for new Unique74 releases in January 2010..
#4 | The Calling | A-Ski
This is a tribute mix to Sir Isaac Hayes.. a pivotal figure in Music, Culture and Dance. This mix features various songs written, performed, produced or inspired by Isaac Hayes. In addition, it features rarities, re-edits (by yours truly) and artists such as Jay Z, Biz Markie, Sam and Dave, Carla Thomas, just to name a few.
We Miss You Black Moses..
inspired by:
http://www.isaachayes.com/
http://www.soulsvilleusa.com/
http://www.rhythm-n-blues.org/
http://www.wheatbreadlife.com/
This is a guest set I had the pleasure of playing at one of my favorite parties in LA..The Do Over! A lot of good energy and dancing feet! A Very Special Thanks to Chris, Aloe, Jamie, Dj Lotuspetal, Lady Copper, ATU, Orlando (on percussion), T.I.M., OakLAnDetroitNY (yall got some ears!), and the entire Crane's Staff for holding me down, yall are the best!
One Love
Dj A-Ski (Unique74)
for more education:
http://blog.thedoover.net/
Photography:
T.I.M.
http://www.myspace.com/808tim
Gaught Two! | Dj A-Ski
Soul | Funk | Disco | Deep
Selections featuring Pete Rock, Mary J Blige, D'angelo, The Philadelphia Experiment + more..
Special Mother's Day Edition!
Beat Installment #2: "Basement Theory"
SOUL- DISCO- FUNK
This is the first installment of my beat series. Hope u dig.
Droppin' Bottles- Dj A-Ski
PS: Thank you all for supporting the podcast, your support truly means a lot to me and I will continue to bring quality mixes and more features. Stay tuned for my debut release dropping soon!
Love, Gratitude and Music,
A-Ski
www.unique74mag.com
This is a special mix inspired by a friend of a friend who recently had a b'day party. I was supposed to play her party and ended up double booking myself. However, a buddy of mine came up with the bright idea that I should hold the party down with a special mix. Thus, here is a collection of Soul gems straight out the crate (all vinyl) that I put together in this very mix I share with my you.
Ps: Big shout out to Jeff and Sharon (aka Shannon -)!
Stay tuned for UNIQUE 74 releases coming soon...In the meantime, here is something just 4u! more MUSIK , LIFE + ATMOSPHERE in 09..Stay Tuned, Stay Fly, Lets SHINE!
This is a special preview of this week's UNIQUE 74 Sessions episode, airing this Thursday on WHEAT BREAD RADIO | www.wheatbreadradio.com
Stay tuned for the re-launch of WheatBread Radio on a new site..In the meantime, here is an episode from May 08..
Stay tuned & Funk out!
A-Ski | Unique 74
Soul Funk Disco
One Sunday Evening in Hollywood...
Big shouts to The Do-Over crew (Chris, Aloe, Jamie, Annie, Security Crew, the entire gang at Cranes)
Super Xtra shout out to the legendary Lady Copper (in a very RARE appearance) for blessing the party!
www.thedoover.net
Peace, Love and Music,
A-Ski | UNIQUE 74
This is the debut episode of UNIQUE 74 Sessions on WHEATBREAD RADIO which aired 2 months ago. In the meantime, this is what you've been missing if you are not tuned in every THURSDAY MORNING at 11am -12pm (Eastern) 8am-9am (Western) on www.wheatbreadradio.com. You can always catch me in the mix with exclusives, interviews,etc.
TRACKLIST:
Ski's Intro
Relax | Pacific Division
Hollywood | Sa Ra Creative Partners
She's Always In My Hair | Prince
B.U.D.D.Y (Caktus Tree RMX EXCLUSIVE!) | Musiq
I Dont Rock Parties | Ta'raach and The Lovelution
On The One | J Dilla
So Far To Go | Common ft. D'angelo
Fly Girl 2.0 | Dj A-Ski
We Should Be Love | E Reece
Something Funky | Big Daddy Kane
Blah Uno | Pete Rock
Check It Out | Grand Puba ft Mary J Blige
Sparkle | Camp Lo
Cant Forget About You | Nas ft Chrisette Michelle
Lets Ride | Q-Tip
Excursions | A Tribe Called Quest
Tribute To Troy | Liquid Crystal Project
The Sweetest Thing (RMX) | Refugee Camp All Stars ft Lauryn Hill
Get Up and Dance | Freedom
Different Strokes | Syl Johnson
Hope you dig this one and enjoy the ride!
Unique 74 Sessions
on WHEATBREAD RADIO
www.wheatbreadradio.com
11am-12pm (Eastern)
8am-9am (Western)
www.wheatbreadlife.com
