This Monday TerryLee and The Rocksteady Lounge are thrilled to present guest selector Junor Francis, a legendary presence in Southern Califonia’s reggae community. Long time radio host for The Reggae Connection on KSPC and The Reggae Show on KXLU, top MC for countless Jamaican artists, and writer/promoter for Jamaican music and culture. Come see what vintage gems he selects this Monday at the Rocksteady Lounge!
Viktor and Nina wi…ll bring plenty of 60s and 70s rocksteady and reggae thrillers too.
TerryLee presents The Rocksteady Lounge
Selectors Nina & Viktor plus Special Guests
Every Monday night at Akbar
4356 Sunset Blvd (at Fountain) in Silver Lake.
Free entry!
10 pm – 2 am
21+
Drink specials all night long!
Full-bar…order an expertly mixed drink from Albert!
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Terry Lee & Rocksteady Lounge along side Jandisc Records and Version Style & Fashion bring you the 1st Annual “Silverlake Reggae Party”. To be held in front of AKBAR 4356 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles Ca. 90027. Lots of entertainment..nuff excitement. Featuring the JANDISCO SOUND SYSTEM with special guests JAH FAITH (Jandisc Recording Artist) and ASHERMAN at the microphone stand and selectors J & NICKI BONNER (Jandisc), NINA & VIKTOR (Rocksteady Lounge), BOSS HARMONY (Dub Club), ROCKSTEADY CHRIS (Rocksteady Lounge), PAULI-MUTRON (Rhygin Records) & Jim Fox (Bigger Boss). Make that a date and don’t be late! Stop by on your way to Sunset Junction. Prizes and surprizes for all! Admission is FREE!!! In front of AKBAR 4356 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles Ca. 90027
This Monday, August 16, the Rocksteady Lounge welcomes back J and Nicki Bonner (Jandisc). In addition to running the vintage Jandisco Sound System and producing/releasing music on their Jandisc record label, this talented duo has started a new line of merchandise called Version Style & Fashion. Come check out the heavyweight reggae platters they play, as well as a selection of records and goods for sale.
Viktor and Nina will be… there as well, playing strictly vintage Jamaican 45s!
And next Saturday, August 21st, Terrylee and The Rocksteady Lounge along with Jandisc Records and Version Style & Fashion will bring you the Silver Lake Reggae Party! A day long outdoor event of reggae music with live deejays/selectors…right in front of Akbar! More details to come!
TerryLee presents The Rocksteady Lounge
Selectors Nina & Viktor plus Special Guests
Every Monday night at Akbar
4356 Sunset Blvd (at Fountain) in Silver Lake.
Free entry!
10 pm – 2 am
21+
Drink specials all night long!
Monday, August 2nd, TerryLee and the Rocksteady Lounge bring you THE REGGAE PARTY and a birthday celebration for Viktor!
TOP SPECIAL GUESTS:
DJ Wrongtom (UK)
DJ Wrongtom joins the Rocksteady Lounge for a special revival session, all the way from London! He’s a regular at the Notting Hill Carnival, and part of the Skyklarkin’ Soundsystem. He’s played with legends such as Horace Andy, Dennis Alcapone, Mikey Dread, and Dawn Penn. Don’t miss his early Jamaican music selection this Monday!
Local selectors Boss Harmony, Sound & Soul, and Bigger Boss round out the line-up, alongside regulars Nina & Viktor.
Get ready for a night of top early reggae, and rocksteady rarities…all on original vinyl!
Be sure to wish Viktor a happy birthday – sweet bakery treats will be served in honor of the birthday boy!
TerryLee presents The Rocksteady Lounge
Selectors Nina & Viktor plus Special Guests
Every Monday night at Akbar
4356 Sunset Blvd (at Fountain) in Silver Lake.
Free entry!
10 pm – 2 am
21+
Cheap Drinks!
$3 pints/$7 pitchers of Anchor Steam
$3 Red Stripe
Plus full-bar…order an expertly mixed drinks from Albert!
I was honored to record a podcast for Pirate’s Choice (Drum & Bass Records) this week…episode #254. Special Lady’s Choice…female artists and a selection of Sonia Pottinger productions. Check Pirate’s Choice every week for the best in Jamaican tunes! Many thanks to the Drum & Bass crew!
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April 26 – The Great Wuga Wuga (DE)
April concludes with The Great Wuga Wuga, all the way from Germany! Part of the Thundering Vibrations crew, Thore will be bringing some tasty bits from his collection to play at The Rocksteady Lounge. Get ready for a night of ska, reggae, and rocksteady rarities!
TerryLee presents The Rocksteady Lounge, featuring resident selectors Nina & Viktor playing vintage Jamaican music every Monday night!
Akbar in Silver Lake
4356 Sunset Blvd (at Fountain)
10 pm – 2 am
Free!
21+
Drink specials all night long!
Get ready for another month of top Jamaican tunes at the Rocksteady Lounge!
April 5 – Boss Harmony
Boss Harmony selects at a number of nights throughout Los Angeles, including the Bamboo Lounge, Dr. Who, Dub Club, and Punky Reggae Party. An eclectic collector, his tastes range from Latin beats to punk rock to the ultra obscure. However, his heart belongs to Jamaican music and he is an avid collector of ska, rocksteady, and reggae. Come out to hear what he selects from his box of musical gems!
April 12 – 3 Year Anniversary Dance Party
The Rocksteady Lounge, started by TerryLee and Rocksteady Chris, has been going strong for three years! Viktor and I are honored to bring vintage Jamaican music to the people of Los Angeles (and beyond!) every Monday night at Akbar. Let’s celebrate three years of great music and fantastic guests right! Guest DJs include Rocksteady Chris, Boss Harmony, Two Tone Ted, and Bigger Boss! We’ll have the dance floor area set-up in the back, along with additional speakers. Let’s hope for more years to come.
April 19 – Sound & Soul
Sound & Soul returns with her fantastic selection of heartfelt rocksteady and heavy early reggae. Be prepared to sing along and dance all night!
April 26 – The Great Wuga Wuga (DE)
April concludes with The Great Wuga Wuga, all the way from Germany! Part of the Thundering Vibrations crew, Thore will be bringing some tasty bits from his collection to play at The Rocksteady Lounge. Get ready for a night of ska, reggae, and rocksteady rarities!
