Janina Gavankar (Papi) hosts Welcome to Rukus Avenue.
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2009
Time: 7:30pm - 10:30pm
Location: Barnsdall Gallery Theater, 4798 Barnsdall Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Since 1996, Rukus Avenue has been at the forefront of a burgeoning music scene, mostly comprised of South Asian artists in N. America. From very humble beginnings, the label has expanded it's signature sound and cultural influence, as documented in both film & academic circles.
Welcome to Rukus Avenue, is a glimpse into the future of the label's next generation of artists.
On this evening, the entire Rukus Avenue roster - including: Rasika Mathur, CJ, Gingger Shankar, Sammy Chand, Hoodini & Sandeep, will perform together for the first time in an intimate theater setting.
Hosted by Janina Gavankar (The L Word), the audience will be treated to a diverse sonic array - including a re-imagined Bollywood sound, soulful R&B selections, a conscious Hip-Hop manifesto, musical comedy pieces and prominent elements from the rich musical legacy of the Sub-Continent.
Fusion dance pieces choreographed by Janet Roston and Yogen Bhagat (Bollywood Step), live musicians - including a string quartet led by Andrea Hammond and an artistic series of visualizations will round out the evening's creative offering
The event will be recorded live for an upcoming documentary.
Tickets are priced $25-35 and will be available online from www.bgttix.com.
Attendees will also receive priority entry to a post-performance party to be held inside the Foundation Room inside the House of Blues - Sunset Strip. Garth Trinidad (KCRW) is the confirmed headliner, along with DJ Ben G and Tasneem.
For more information visit www.rukusavenue.com and follow @rukusave on Twitter for real-time updates.
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