Bahala Na Global Pandemic Episode No. 1 by Les Talusan

📷 : taken by me, in 🇯🇵 somewhere

📷 : taken by me, in 🇯🇵 somewhere

Last week, I resumed Bahala Na on Eaton Radio at the Eaton Hotel in DC. They’re still closed, but Radio is open. Join me on Thursdays, 3-4PM on Eaton Radio’s Mixcloud Live Channel.

Here’s the first episode, in case you missed it - let me know what you think!

Bahala Na Global Pandemic Episode No. 1 by Les The DJ

Yasuko Agawa "L.A. Night" [Invitation]
Minako Yoshida "恋は流星 Part1" [Great Tracks]
Haruko Kuwana "あこがれ Sundown" [HMV Record Shop/ Tokuma Japan Corporation]
Tomoko Aran"I'm In Love" [Warner Bros. Records]
Mai Yamane "Tasogare" [Continental]
Anri "Last Summer Whisper" [For Life Records]
Rajie "The Tokyo Taste" [CBS/Sony]
Nina Atsuko "Kalapana Black Sand Beach" [Invitation]
Toshiki Kadomatsu "Secret Lover" [Air Records]
Manna "Yellow Magic Carnival" [Epic/Sony]
Taeko Ohnuki "Summer Connection" [Panam]
Tatsuro Yamashita "Someday" [Air Records]
Nina Atsuko "Communication" [Studio Mule]
Epo "Down Town" [RCA]

https://www.mixcloud.com/eatonradio/bahala-na-w-les-the-dj-eaton-radio-dc-20200716/

Bahala Na! by Les Talusan

📷 : taken by me, on 12/31/2010 in a taxicab ride in Makati, 🇵🇭

📷 : taken by me, on 12/31/2010 in a taxicab ride in Makati, 🇵🇭

Bahala Na is a popular expression from the Philippines that is similar to the phrase "Que sera, sera" or “Whatever will be, will be.” It reflects both resiliency and a fatalistic attitude that I grew up with.

Bahala Na is a show that reflects my experiences and intrepid musical taste. Each set is curated with passion and spontaneity, so you can expect a variety of tunes, both familiar and foreign, from my eclectic record collection.

On Thursdays, 3-4PM, I'll be streaming live from Eaton Radio but this Friday (and maybe other Fridays as well), from 7-9PM, I'll be on IG Live from my home studio wearing my tsinelas. 

Bahala Na!
7/10  IG Live @lestalusan (7-9PM)
7/16  Eaton Radio Mixcloud Live (3-4PM)
7/17 Mixcloud Live (7-9PM)
7/23  Eaton Radio Mixcloud Live (3-4PM)
7/30 Eaton Radio Mixcloud Live (3-4PM)

See you tonight! I’ll be playing records from 7-9PM EST. I’m thinking of playing a Punk Soul Sisters/Sister Sister set, dedicated to Sally Go Round, and everyone else who has encouraged me to keep DJing virtually.

IG live caps hourly so please tune back in if it cuts off. Also, you can listen through your browser, just log onto IG and go to @lestalusan live (maybe I can also stream on Mixcloud Live if I can figure it out!) 🖤.

SAMASAMA and The Sustainable Culture Lab are partnering to reclaim July as Diaspora People’s Month by Les Talusan

July has always been associated with independence and freedom in America, but since America fails to live up to its stated ideals and continues to oppress people of color, we have decided to reclaim July and celebrate diversity and the fight for freedom against white supremacy.

SAMASAMAxSCL will provide artists with the platform to share their work, speak their truth, and redefine America during this revolutionary time. Each week, we will showcase multiple artists and have discussions on various topics such as politics and diaspora culture. Attendees will be able to ask the artists questions, learn more about their practice, and of course, buy their art via our Diaspora People’s Month Gallery. 100% of art purchases will go to the artist.

All events are free and open to the public—any donations made during ticket registration will be directed to sustaining SAMASAMAxSCL’s free cultural offerings, and 10% of funds will be donated to the DC Chapter of the Movement for Black Lives.

We appreciate you for supporting this collective work!

RSVP: Eventbrite

Graphic: Muriel Villalobos

Graphic: Muriel Villalobos

Week 1: Philosophy, Art, and Action | July 1, 7-9PM
Jon Henry, Tammy Nguyen, Dominic Green

Week 2: Heritage and Identity | July 8, 7-9PM
Nate G, Ina Padua, Muriel Villalobos

Week 3: Diaspora DC, Migration, Displacement | July 15, 7-9PM
Mignotae Kebede & Mansa Johnson, Matt Manalo, Jamilla Okubo, Antonio Hernandez

Week 4: Politics | July 22, 7-9PM
Shani Shih, MONOLITH, Adriel Luis & Charles Jean-Pierre

Week 5: Envisioning Eǔtopia + Closing Ceremony | July 29, 7-9PM
Lovely Umayam, Peap Tarr & Lisa Mam, All-Vinyl DJ Set: Les The DJ

THE GALLERY

Each week in July, we will be adding new works to the Diaspora People’s Month gallery! Browse all the works here.

Partners

Sustainable Culture Lab (SCL) is a cultural think tank committed to combatting and raising awareness of ethnocide—the killing of culture, while keeping the people—and the fostering of Eǔtopian spaces. The goal of our work is to both influence policy by working with legislators and decision-makers, and to also impact culture at a grassroots level through their events, work, and cultural offerings.

Through art and gathering, SAMASAMA highlights Asian American and Pacific Islander experiences to raise our voices collectively, acknowledging we’re part of a greater community and that we are all in this together. SAMASAMA programs showcase diversity within AAPI and diaspora communities as a platform for nuanced conversations and connection. As an unincorporated non-profit project sustained by volunteers, all donations fund SAMASAMA’s public offerings, as well as organizations supporting AAPI communities and allies.

BLACK LIVES MATTER by Les Talusan

Photo: Les Talusan

We affirm with pride that the SAMASAMA community is woven together through varied narratives of Asian, Pacific Islander, Black, Latinx, and Indigenous artists.⠀

In representing stories of non-Black communities of color, we must ask ourselves: in what ways are we perpetuating violent systems of oppression in this nation and in our ancestral homes? In what ways may we fight them?⠀

We must face the deep and painful truths of violence, racism, and colorism among the Asian and Black communities: through dismantling anti-Blackness in ourselves and our communities while simultaneously holding space for our humanity and trauma; through imagining liberated and decolonized ways of moving in the world, finding our voices, and being in relationship with one another. It is difficult work, and we will strive and falter.⠀

But we MUST commit to rooting ourselves in loving connections, and ensuring that our actions to flow from that place of true solidarity and care.⠀

Art is key in this work—be it solemn or joyful, exaltant or incisive. Art affirms our humanity; it gathers and connects us in powerful and unspoken ways, and allows us to build new worlds together.⠀

Let us rise up and use the power of art to support education, engagement, and direct action in and between our communities.⠀

Let us use our bodies, energies, skills and funds to fuel change, while we do the essential work of transforming ourselves from the inside out.⠀

In the coming weeks, we aim to uplift and highlight the voices of our Black artist family. Please take the time to support and LISTEN.

SAMASAMA 2020 by Les Talusan

To our SAMASAMA family, friends, and collaborators - AKA OUR COMMUNITY:

Like many of you, we needed to take time to process the progressing situation of COVID-19, but we are even more adamant about the importance of SAMASAMA. 

Epidemics have historically perpetuated tension against and between people of color and immigrants, resulting in ‘xenophobia’ and racism within the diaspora community. The time now is more important than ever. This is a CALL FOR ARTISTS whose work has a greater impact than they ever realized. Through this shared global experience, albeit, an unfortunate one with many unknowns, there is no better opportunity than now to come together and celebrate through creative mediums. This is a call AGAINST fear and frustration. 

The reality of our annual May exhibition is unclear, however, we are moving forward in accepting submissions. SAMASAMA dates are TBD and we will announce them as soon as it is deemed safe for us to gather once again to celebrate one another. For now, please plan on creating art that we can display virtually, be it visual or aural art.

Les & Seda
Batang Kankaloo // Foreign National

Requirements:

For more information, please contact: Seda & Les samasamaartdc@gmail.com // @samasamaart

March Calendar Update by Les Talusan

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It’s Women’s History Month! Here’s where you’ll find me this March:

3/3 Combined Federal Campaign of the National Capital Area (CFCNCA)’s Finale and Awards Ceremony, representing Girls Rock! DC
3/5     Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)
3/9     National League of Cities Congressional City Conference
3/10   National League of Cities Congressional City Conference
3/11   Panel: Find Comfort in Uncomfortable Places at Arc'teryx (6-8PM)
3/12   Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM) [CANCELLED]
3/12   NGA Nights: GRL PWR at the National Gallery of Art (6-9PM) [CANCELLED]
3/21   Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Cherry Blossom Family Celebration at the Kogod Courtyard (my slot is from 12:15-1:15PM) [CANCELLED]
3/21   Sister Sister at Showtime (10PM-2AM) [CANCELLED]
3/26   Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM) [CANCELLED]
3/26 APALA Census Dance Party (8-10PM) [Virtual]
3/27   Allegory (10PM-2AM) [CANCELLED]
3/28 Neptune Room (10PM-2AM) [CANCELLED]

See you at one or more of these events 🌿

Photo: Mark Anthony Enriquez

Photo: Mark Anthony Enriquez

Allegory + PRESENT TENSE by Les Talusan

Tonight, I'll be playing records all night at Allegory with new music from my travels. They’ve got fancy cocktails, mocktails and super nice bartenders. Needle drops at 10PM.

Photo: Oscar Olmedo

Photo: Oscar Olmedo

On Saturday afternoon, I’m playing records Transformer from 2-5PM for Farrah Skeiky’s book release. She’s one of my favorite people in DC and am a fan of her work! First 100 copies of her photo book “PRESENT TENSE” will be available.

Photo: Farrah Skeiky

2/28  Allegory at the Eaton DC (10PM-2AM)
2/29 PRESENT TENSE: DC Punk and DIY, Right Now by Farrah Skeiky book release at Transformer (2-5PM)

See you soon ✨

Mid-February Calendar Update by Les Talusan

Hello, mid-February! ✨

I’ll be on Eaton Radio this afternoon for Bahala Na. Tune in around 2PM via eatonworkshop.com/radio. Tomorrow, I’m playing French records all night at French Kisses at No Kisses for a light and love themed dance party. There will be drink specials and slices from Sonny’s Pizza and the best part is that it’s a fundraiser for Melanoma Research Foundation. Bring your partner(s), bring your friend(s) and celebrate Valentine’s Day with us ♡ 

Here’s the rest of my calendar. Come say hi!

2/4    NAIOP Chapter Merit Awards Celebration
2/6    Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)
2/8    Shelly and Laura’s Aqueerian Birthday BLOWOUT at Jackie Lee’s
2/13   Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)
2/14   French Kisses at No Kisses - a fundraiser for Melanoma Research Foundation (8PM-12AM)
2/22  Neon Dreams at Draft Punk Cebu w/ meesterenriqez, and Cebu City’s Popdaze, Stereomafia, B1B2 (9PM)
2/27  Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)
2/28  Allegory (10PM-2AM)
2/29 PRESENT TENSE: DC Punk and DIY, Right Now by Farrah Skeiky book release at Transformer (2-5PM)

Happy New Year! January Calendar Update by Les Talusan

Illustation: Minori Uemura

Illustation: Minori Uemura

Happy New Year, World! ✨

I just got home from DJing two NYE parties and I’m wide awake.

Here is where you’ll hear me playing tunes for sure this month:

1/9 Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)
1/16 Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)
1/17 Admerasia’s 25th Anniversary w/ Ruby Ibarra and Year of the Ox
1/23 Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)
1/24 Presentation: T.C. Williams International Academy
1/24 Allegory (10PM-2AM)
1/31 Punk Soul Sisters w/ Sally Go Round and DJ Daisy Lacy at Showtime Bar (10PM-2AM)

October Calendar Update by Les Talusan

It’s Filipino American History Month!

How’s your October going so far? Mine’s been a bit contemplative.

I moved to the U.S. 20 years ago this month, painfully leaving everyone I know. I wanted to give Anak a good life. I think it worked out! Anak was able to join us a few years ago and now he’s a sophomore at the University of Washington. Community helped me survive and thrive in the past two decades. Thank you.

Tomorrow, I’m DJing at one of my most favorite museums in DC, the National Gallery of Art, from 6-9PM.

On Saturday afternoon, I’m DJing DC Punk Archive’s 5th Year Anniversary! I’m on at 2:30PM then CORIKY (Amy Farina - Ian MacKaye - Joe Lally) goes on at 4:00PM.

In commemoration of Filipino American History Month and with the help of my friends, I’m throwing us a FAHM Celebration on Saturday with one of the dopest rappers on earth, Ruby Ibarra.


Here’s where you hear me playing tunes the rest of the month:

10/3  Coach Diversity Institute Culture at Work | Symposium for Coaching in Diversity and Inclusion at the Newseum

10/10 Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

10/10  NGA Nights: Art History Mysteries, After Hours at the National Gallery of Art (6-9PM)

10/11  Allegory (10PM-2AM)

10/12  DC Punk Archive 5th Anniversary Celebration

10/12  SULONG! A Filipinx American History Month Celebration w/ Ruby Ibarra at Wild Days (10PM)

10/17  Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

10/17  DC Jobs With Justice "2019 I'll Be There Awards"

10/18  Pyramid Atlantic

10/18  Taking the P*ss - Goodbye To All That w/ The Kaiser at Marx Café (10PM-3AM)

SAMASAMA Presents: SULONG! A Filipinx American History Month Celebration by Les Talusan

Illustration: Michelle Chen

Illustration: Michelle Chen

SAMASAMA Presents:
SULONG! A Filipinx American History Month Celebration
Wild Days, Eaton DC | 1201 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005
October 12, 2019, Saturday, 11PM Doors, 21+
Eventbrite [FREE w/ RSVP] | FB

Ruby Ibarra
Wabi-Sabi Society
Marie Anamong Ramos
Les The DJ

Sulong means “push forward” in Tagalog. This event will highlight and celebrate Filipinx artists that are pushing the creative boundaries of traditional art and cultural performances. Featuring artwork by Ashley Dequilla.

SULONG! will kick the night off with inspiring and talented Filipinx artists and honor this year’s Filipino American National Historical Society’s FilAm History Month theme, “Pinay Visionaries: Filipina American Women”. Join us as we celebrate Pinays for their strength and contribution to the cultural landscape of America.

Special edition SULONG! and SAMASAMA gear hand screen printed by Soul & Ink available for purchase. Pre-order now and pick-up at the event.

* Many thanks to SAMASAMA’s community partners, Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance (APALA), Jamie Garcia, Andrea Kim Neighbors and to the Eaton/Wild Days for hosting us.


October 1991 marked the United States' first Filipino American History Month (FAHM). This month commemorates the major contribution of Filipino American early identity in the US. SAMASAMA is honoring FAHM for its efforts of encouraging diverse narratives through art, food, and culture.

September Calendar Update by Les Talusan

Illustration: Katrin Davis

Illustration: Katrin Davis

Here (and cool weddings) is where you’ll hear me playing tunes this month:

9/1  Beats & Burgers: DJ 101 with Les The DJ and DJ Zombie at Slash Run

9/5  Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

9/6  I Dig Your Mind: Come Dig Our Minds Edition at Showtime (10PM-2AM)

9/7  Smithsonian APA Center Presents: Queer Futurisms feat. Olivia Neutron-John, Zavé Martohardjono and Les The DJ at The REACH Opening Festival at the Kennedy Center

9/8  DC Public Library Performance Tent - 18th & Belmont at Adams Morgan Day (12-1:15PM)

9/12  Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

9/13 National Women’s Law Center Reception for Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute

9/19  Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

9/19 Ambassador’s Night of Jazz & Conversation

9/20  Taking The Piss “A Night of Good Music” at Marx Café (10PM-2AM)

9/22  Homespun feat. Que Verde (live set) at Black Cat

9/25  NARAL Pro-Choice America Cocktail Reception

9/26  Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

9/27  Allegory (10PM-2AM)

And lastly, SAVE THE DATE! On 10/12, Saturday, I will be hosting SULONG! A Filipinx American History Month Celebration Featuring Ruby Ibarra at Wild Days. Details to follow.


Beats and Burgers: DJ 101 with Les The DJ and DJ Zombie by Les Talusan

Illustration: Katrin Davis

Illustration: Katrin Davis

We still have a few slots open for Sunday's workshop. Come join me and DJ Zombie at Slash Run this Sunday!

Beats and Burgers: DJ 101 with Les The DJ and DJ Zombie
Slash Run | 201 Upshur Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20011
September 1, 2019, Sunday, 4-7PM (4-6PM workshop, 6-7PM burgers + discussion)
Eventbrite

Curious about DJing? Would you like to start DJing? Have you started to DJ but need more technical help? In this hands-on workshop, you will learn about the basic tools and techniques needed to start DJing or how to make a quick mix. We will have both digital and analog set-ups.

Les The DJ and DJ Zombie are DC-based and instructors at Girls Rock! Day Camp. This workshop is for women, trans, and non-binary folks 18+.

Optional: Bring a flash drive with 3-5 mp3s or 2-3 records for you to use during the workshop.

Ticket options: workshop only or workshop + a delicious Slash Run Classic Burger or Impossible Burger. Inquire about potential workshop fee waivers for low or limited income folks.

Register here: Eventbrite


Mt. Pleasant: The Social Power of Music by Les Talusan

I’ve been DJing at Marx Café in Mt. Pleasant for almost 17 years now and have always loved the neighborhood. Tomorrow I’ll be on a sold out panel with some of my oldest pals.

First Ladies to Anthology of Booty: Women’s DJ Collectives in D.C.
Lost Origins Gallery | 3110 Mt. Pleasant St. NW, Washington, D.C.
August 8, 2019, Thursday, 7-9PM
Eventbrite

Join us for a discussion on the past, present, and future of women’s DJ collectives in Washington, D.C.

Moderator: Allison Wolfe (Bratmobile, riot grrrl, I’m in the Band podcast)

Panelists:

  • Ebony Dumas (DJ Natty Boom)

  • Les Talusan (Les The DJ)

  • Maegan Wood (DJ Junebullet)

  • Kristy Chavez-Fernandez (Kristy La rAt)

  • Kristina Gray (DJ K La Rock)

This Smithsonian Folklife Festival event is co-presented by the D.C.: The Social Power of Music program and is supported in part by Smithsonian American Women’s History Initiative.

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August Calendar Update by Les Talusan

Illustration: Katrin Davis

Illustration: Katrin Davis

How’s your summer going so far? It was so nice this evening at Fort Reno. The last show of the season is on Monday, 8/5. Hope to see you there!

My friend and co-DJ instructor at Girls Rock! DC, DJ Zombie and I are hosting a DJ 101 Workshop at Slash Run on 9/1. Please join us! Register here for yourself or for a friend.


Here’s where you’ll hear me playing tunes this month:

8/1 Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

8/4 JALSA: A Muslim Writers Salon [2019 Asian American Literature Festival] at Wild Days (2:30-4PM) - Register

8/8 Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

8/8 Panel: First Ladies to Anthology of Booty: Women’s DJ Collectives in the District of Columbia w/ Allison Wolfe at Lost Origins Gallery (7-9PM)

8/9 Allegory (10PM-2AM)

8/10 GR!DC End of Summer Celebration! (1-4PM)

8/15 Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

8/16 Taking The Piss “A Night of Good Music” at Marx Café (10PM-2AM)

8/22 Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

8/23 Caz’s Underground Party at Marx Café (10PM-2AM)

8/29 Bahala Na at Eaton Radio (2-4PM)

8/30 Punk Soul Sisters at Showtime (10PM-2AM)


A little something special for September:

9/1 Beats & Burgers: DJ 101 with Les The DJ and DJ Zombie at Slash Run - Register

Punk Soul Sisters Mix #1 by Les Talusan

Here’s a short and sweet mix by my Punk Soul Sisters and I. Enjoy!

Punk Soul Sisters Mix #1 by Sally Go Round, DJ Laura Lopez, & Les The DJ

Sally Go Round
The Supremes “Put Yourself In My Place”
The Chiffons “Nobody Knows What's Goin' On (In My Mind But Me)”
The Bea's “International Girl”
The Paper Dolls “Someday”

DJ Laura Lopez
Betty Everett “Sweet Dan”
Rhetta Hughes “Doing It With Her”
Ann Sexton “You’re Losing Me”
Jackie Shane “Comin’ Down”

Les The DJ
Alice Clark “Never Did I Stop Loving You”
The Raincoats “Fairytale In The Supermarket”
Mo-dettes “White Mice”
Bush Tetras “Too Many Creeps”

https://www.mixcloud.com/lestalusan/punk-soul-sisters-mix-1/

July Calendar Update by Les Talusan

Summer’s finally here and the outdoor pools in DC are open!

I took these photos a couple of months ago when I was invited to talk to elementary school students about my career.

Here’s where you’ll hear me playing tunes this month:

7/11  Bahala Na Radio at Eaton Hotel (2-3PM)

7/11 DJ 101 - Girls Rock! DC 2019 Summer Workshop Series: Learn to DJ and Make A Mini Mix! (6-8PM) - Register

7/12  Punk Soul Sisters at Slash Run (10PM-1:30AM)

7/18  Bahala Na Radio at Eaton Hotel (2-3PM)

7/19  Taking The Piss “A Night of Good Music” at Marx Café (10PM-2AM)

7/25  Bahala Na Radio at Eaton Hotel (2-3PM)

7/25  REMIX Express Yourself(ie) at the National Portrait Gallery (6-8:30PM)

7/26  Keep On Movin' “A 90’s Dance Night” at Ten Tigers (10PM-2AM)

We Love Minnie Part 1 by Les Talusan

meesterenriquez and I made a mix with some of our favorite Minako Yoshida songs. We hope you like it!

We Love Minnie Part 1 by Les The DJ and meesterenriquez

“Lovin’ You” [Alfa]
“Asa Wa Kimi Ni” [RCA]
“Monster Stomp” [Alfa]
“Shooting Star Of Love” [RCA]
“Rum Wa Osuki?” [RCA]
“Flames Of Love” [Alfa]
“Rainbow Sea Line” [RCA]
“The Sea” [Alfa]

https://www.mixcloud.com/lestalusan/we-love-minnie-pt-1/

June Calendar Update by Les Talusan

Hi, it’s June! Catch me playing tunes this month ✨

6/11  Rent the Runway “Sip & Style” at Sonoma Wine Bar (5-7PM)

6/21  Taking The Piss “A Night of Good Music” at Marx Café (10PM-2AM)

6/22  America Now: Celebration of Music at the National Museum of American History (11AM-1PM) - Tickets

6/22  Community Weekend: Celebrating The Life of Animals in Japanese Art at the National Gallery of Art (5-8PM) - RSVP

6/22  By The People International Arts and Dialogue Festival “Solstice Saturday” at the Smithsonian’s Arts + Industries Building (9-11PM)

6/23  Community Weekend: Celebrating The Life of Animals in Japanese Art at the National Gallery of Art (11AM-5PM) - RSVP

6/30  Workshop: Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center Presents Likha: A Learning Together Workshop on Creative Process w/ Ruby Ibarra for youth ages 14-19 (12-3PM) - Register

6/30 The DC Record Fair Summer 2019 Edition at Eaton DC (4-5PM)


See you soon!


Last Two Weeks of May by Les Talusan

Photo: Farrah Skeiky

Photo: Farrah Skeiky

I have a few more gigs coming up before the month ends - all-vinyl, all FREE!

5/24  All Night at Allegory (10PM-2AM)

5/25  SAMASAMA Closing Reception at Shopkeepers (4-7PM)

5/26  Movie/Brunch: Better Luck Tomorrow at Slash Run (11AM-3PM)

5/28  Presentation: Harmony Hills Elementary School Career Day

5/30  Midnight Driver at Black Cat Red Room (8PM-12AM)

5/31  Showtime Bar’s Six-Year Anniversary Blow-Out w/ Punk Soul Sisters

This Friday, I’m DJing all-night Allegory. Expect good cocktails and good tunes.

On Saturday, it’s SAMASAMA Closing Reception at Shopkeepers. Come through for The Color Curtain Project book release, Cambodian Classical Ballet Demo by Dira, live art activations by Miss CHELOVE, Michelle Chen and Shani Shih, a pop-up art market, Contemporary Filipino Folk Dance by Jamie Garcia. Filipino merienda and rice plates by Citizen Cook and tunes by me.

This Sunday, Parle-G Baby and I will be showing Justin Lin’s Better Luck Tomorrow at Slash Run. I’ll be DJing when brunch opens at 11AM. Movie starts at 12PM.

I’m also doing a presentation at an Elementary School for Career Day next week and I’m super excited about that. Gonna bring some photo prints, a portable turntable and some records!