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  • (Wed) 07.25: LIVE BROADCAST by RANI DE LEON on DUBLAB!

    I’ll be playing records on July 25th late afternoon on dublab from 4pm-5:30pm! TUNE IN from wherever you are to catch the livestream and join me as I send signals worldwide on www.dublab.com. more info: here.

  • (Sun) 06.23: Sounds of Summer Concert Series – Todd Simon’s Ethio-Cali Ensemble, DJ Sets by RANI DE LEON + SONNY ABEGAZE!

    In the CAFAM Courtyard A Folk Art Everywhere Happening Todd Simon is a trumpeter and arranger, well versed in the Ethiopian Jazz tradition, who has performed with the legendary Mulatu Astatke. For this special night, Todd’s Ethio-Cali Ensemble will pay homage to the golden era of Ethio-Jazz and share original compositions for a warm evening […]

  • [video] Jesse & The Typewritter Shop, sound design

    JESSE & THE TYPEWRITER SHOP from FORM follows FUNCTION on Vimeo. BOB & INNER-CITY ARTS from FORM follows FUNCTION on Vimeo. I composed the original music for this video by Form Follows Function featuring Jesse Flores, owner of U.S. Office Machines – one of the oldest typewritter shops in Los Angeles.

  • Wed, 05.09: CIRCLE UP!

    Join us for a special ONE-OFF at our favorite local spot. We’ve missed you all and would love to share space like old times. Circle Up for a warm evening of deep roots and afro soul. Same time, same place. CIRCLE UP Wednesday, May 9th resident selector: RANI D ______________________________ FREE / 21+ / 10pm-2am Footsie’s […]

  • Thu, 04.26: Caña Rum Bar w/ RANI D.

    dublab presents a sound happening at Caña Rum Bar, LA’s most intimate and evocative private premium rum bar featuring 140+ small-batch rums, handcrafted cocktails, and rum punch. dublab DJ’s play Tropical soul, exotica and other warm jams on the glass patio by. DJs for this week’s happening are: RANI D Free admission when you give […]

  • Wed, 03.14: SOUL IN THE PARK, Our Finale!

    It’s been an amazing musical journey we’ve shared with all of you. We’d like to invite you to one last gathering to thank you all for your support. What we’ve built here together is not ending. It’s transforming. We’ve invited a few friends to share music for this momentous occasion. We’d be very honored if […]

  • Wed, 02.22: SOUL IN THE PARK, Our Pre-Finale.

    It’s been almost four years, and we couldn’t be any happier with what we’ve been able to do in this time. We’d like to formally announce that our last event will be on March 14th, so this Wednesday will be a mellow hang to share gratitude with all of you who’ve been there with us. […]

  • Thu, 02.23: Homage: Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, Phil Cohran, Venice Dawn, William Hart, DJ Spinna, Lefto… Rani D.

    EVFA & ArtDontSleep present: Homage Live Performances by: Hyonotic Brass Ensemble feat Phil Cohran Opening Performance by: The Venice Dawn feat William Hart (Delfonics) Main Room DJs: DJ Spinna & Lefto Lounge DJ’s: Anthony Valadez, Expo, Seano, Rani D. Hosted By: Azul 213 Exchange LA :: 618 S. Spring Street :: Los Angeles, CA 90014 […]

  • Wed, 02.08: SOUL THE PARK w/ a special live performance by KAMASI WASHINGTON!

    Next Wednesday, we are very honored to present to you a Soul in the Park debut that is sure to please music lovers of all types. Our featured guest is set to release his next album on Brainfeeder, a testament to the fresh appeal of his sound. A genuinely old soul when it comes to […]

  • Fri, 02.03: Footsie’s on Friday: A night of Reggae.

    Play Footsie’s with us Friday. We’ll be here. {a blend of dub, lovers rock, and early dancehall} selector for the evening: RANI D FREE / 21+ / 10pm-2am Footsie’s Bar 2640 N. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90065

  • Wed, 01.25: SOUL IN THE PARK w/ SANTANA + AARON BYRD, from the Radio to Soul!

    For our next happening, we’ve invited two radio friends from different stations, both known for their tastes in Soul, to bridge the airwaves and nice up the space for you. Join us Wednesday for an evening of sweet grooves as we share hand-picked selections from classic to future for your soul to feel. Bless up… […]

  • Wed, 01.11: SOUL IN THE PARK w/ SON ZOO, Ethiopian Folk to Jamaican Roots!

    For our first event of the year we’re excited to share music from two parts of the world and explore the space between. Journey with us for an evening of mystic sounds as we delve into Ethiopian folk music and jazz, blended with Jamaican roots reggae and lover’s rock. Vibe… SOUL IN THE PARK – […]

  • Fri, 12.30: DEL MONTE SPEAKEASY, Townhouse Venice. Friday night DJ Set.

    Come out FRIDAY night if you’re around… let’s vibe create on the westside. This venue has a history that dates back to the Prohibition Era.  I’ll be selecting tunes from 10pm-2am in the basement, once an illegal speakeasy.  Dance-friendly fun on the day before New Year’s Eve. http://townhousevenice.com/ $5 / 21+ / 10pm-2am Del Monte […]

  • Sat, 12.31: New Year’s Eve at Footsie’s w/ RANI D!

    On the evening before 2012, join us for an intimately fun celebration. Share a dance, share a drink or two, share a countdown… If you’ll be leaving home, feel free to make yourself at home here. Get cozy with us for an easy way to bring in the new. NYE at FOOTSIE’S! {soul-filled dance music […]

  • Wed, 12.28: SOUL IN THE PARK, an evening with DERF REKLAW!

    We’ve had an amazing year here at Soul in the Park and we felt it was only right to transition with something truly special. For our last event of the year, we are very excited to feature a dynamic veteran musician who’s played with the likes of Herbie Hancock, Aretha Franklin, Eddie Harris, Ahmad Jamal, […]

  • Fri, 12.14: Short Stop in Echo Park, DJ Set.

    Playing Friday at The Short Stop in Echo Park. Dance-friendly soulful vibes to enjoy your Friday evening. FREE / 21+ / 10pm-2am The Short Stop 1455 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026

  • Wed, 12.14: SOUL IN THE PARK w/ FROSTY, CARLOS NIÑO, & GB – Heavy Rotations from 2011!

    As the end of the year draws near, we thought it might be fun to do a year in review. Gathering for this auspicious evening are some of our most trusted musical friends to share some sounds, both old and new, of music they’ve had on heavy rotation this year. Float with us in a […]

  • Sun, 12/04: Mark de Clive-Lowe presents CHURCH LA: December Edition feat Derf Reklaw, guest DJ set.

    MdCL (aka Mark de Clive-Lowe) presents his monthly clubnite in LA, ‘CHURCH‘. First Sunday of the month at Angel’s Piano Bar, Santa Monica every month. The LA Times calls MdCL “an uncategorizably gifted talent” and said CHURCH “has earned a reputation as one of the premier jam nights in the city.”  From the jazz club to the turntables, each […]

  • Tue, 11.29: The California Endowment, Building Healthy Communities Initiative Conference, DJ set.

    In support of the Building Healthy Communities Initiative Conference at The California Endowment, I’ll be providing music during the reception. 5:30 to 6:30pm The California Endowment 1000 North Alameda Street Los Angeles, CA

  • Wed, 11.23: SOUL IN THE PARK: Fandango w/ LAS CAFETERAS, SON DEL CENTRO, & Friends, + guest selector MOISES GARCIA!

    Son Jarocho is a traditional musical style originating from Veracruz, Mexico. With its roots in indigenous, Spanish, and African musical elements, it has found its way to Los Angeles where it continues to evolve today. A ‘fandango’ is an informal gathering of people enjoying this music together. We invite you to join us as members […]

  • LA WEEKLY reviews “The Romance of Magno Rubio”.

    A positive review in the LA WEEKLY of “The Romance of Magno Rubio”, a production currently playing at the Ford Theater for which I did the sound design. Check it out here!

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