.:The Solution w/ DJ Low Key & Lazy Eyez:.

Thursday, 12/15 -> The Solution Showcase #1 w/TiRon & Ayomari, Turner Jackson feat. DJ Dozen, The Girlgrabbers, DJ Low Key, Sounds Supreme & more at the Meadowlark…

THURSDAY, 12/15 -> I’m super excited to announce the launch of The Solution Showcase, a new monthly party/show/event/whatever-you-wanna-call-it that we’re throwing at the Meadowlark (2701 Larimer St).  In the same way that me and Sounds Supreme started The Solution to be the kind of party we’d wanna go to, The Solution Showcase is gonna combine the vibe of The Solution with a live show element; showcasing an up and coming out of town act, a dope Denver artist and a Denver-based producer or production crew each month, plus assorted other goodness.

To get things started right, we’re bringing out critically acclaimed and super dope Los Angeles-based rappers TiRon and Ayomari, whose recently released album, A Sucker For Pumps (available to stream free here), is one of the best projects I’ve heard all year (up there with Section .80, Watch The Throne, Charity Starts At Home, To Live For, To Die For & such).  And I’m not alone, Dream Hampton, co-author of Jay-Z’s book Decoded called it a classic and her favorite album of the year, hugely popular blog the Smoking Section gave it 4 1/2 of 5 stars and the album has landed them on numerous bills in LA alongside Dr. Dre’s favorite new rapper, Kendrick Lamar.  You may have also gotten familiar with TiRon and Ayomari via T&A:The Prelude to ASFP (the mixtape I did for them earlier this year, download it here), Ketchup (my other mixtape collab with TiRon and 2Dopeboyz’s favorite mixtape of 2009, download it here), MSTRD, the PB & J Solution or collabs with the likes of Blu, Pac Div, Miguel, Asher Roth, Oddisee and so on.

TiRon and Ayomari will be joined by Denver’s own Turner Jackson, whose last album, My Heart Needs Space (available for free download here), is one of the best local projects I heard all year and showed ridiculous growth from the young MC.  His frequent collaborator and youngest DJ in charge, DJ Dozen, will hold him down on the turntables for the night.  The Girlgrabbers (aka Q-Knox, GypDaHip & Brik-A-Brak) will be showcasing their one of a kind musical magic as our featured producers for the night (check out some of their prolific catalogue here).  In classic Solution fashion, me & Sounds Supreme will round out the lineup as the night’s DJs, rocking all the best in hip hop and more.  We’ll be posting music and videos from everybody on the bill to get y’all familiar over the next month or so, so don’t worry if you’re not up on the whole lineup, just trust that the DJs you like aren’t gonna steer you wrong (a big part of this night is gonna be about discovering great new music and we think you’re gonna love it).  Also, we’ve got a few surprises to announce that’ll make the night even better, so stay tuned to @DenverSolution for those last few details and a chance to win free tickets.  21+ /// $5 Pre-sales available at Family Affair downtown after Thanksgiving /// $8 at the door. – DJ Low Key

P.S. The Meadowlark is a pretty small venue and this show could very well sell out, so don’t sleep!!!!!

P.P.S. This is just the start of a bunch of big Solution news…We’re about to make up for lost time in a major way, watch!!!

Tags: Ayomari, DJ Dozen, DJ Low Key, Family Affair, Sounds Supreme, The Meadowlark, The Solution Showcase, TiRon, Turner Jackson

Sunday 9/25 from noon til dark -> Watermelon & Pumpkins at the Solution w/DJ Low Key, Sounds Supreme & Lazy Eyez at Family Affair…

Sunday 9/25 from noon til dark -> Come say goodbye summer and hello fall with your pals the Solution & Family Affair with Pumpkins and Watermelons.  All three Solution members, DJ Low Key, Sounds Supreme & Lazy Eyez, will be on the turntables rocking in Family Affair’s “backyard”, we’ve got complimentary Red Bull, Top Shelf Vodka, food grilled by your favorite DJs, a 3 on 3 basketball “tournament”  plus assortment other contests for tees & more.  The forecast is 84 degrees with 0% chance of rain, so think of this as that one last blowout Summer BBQ you had hoped for.  Plus, if you wanna cop some new gear while you’re at the spot, just say “Watermelon & Pumpkins” at the register for 15% off!!!  Noon til dark /// 2049 Larimer St /// 21+ to drink.

P.S. Afterparty at Connected w/DJ Low Key at the Hai Bar…Best Sunday ever!!!

Tags: DJ Low Key, Family Affair, Lazy Eyez, Sounds Supreme, Top Shelf Vodka

Video: The Solution’s 5th Annual J Dilla Tribute at Family Affair with Tanya Morgan…

In the midst of our first Colorado tour earlier this month, we made a surprise stop at Family Affair for our 5th annual J Dilla tribute.  Our friends at Red Bull and Top Shelf Vodka blessed us with complimentary drinks, Donwill and Von Pea of Tanya Morgan came through for surprise DJ sets and a few quick verses at the end of the night and a good time was had by all in the name of James Yancey.  Family Affair threw together a little video of the night and some funny Tanya Morgan footage and we thought y’all might wanna check it.  Last but not least, special shouts to Family Affair, Brittney the Square, Red Bull, Top Shelf Vodka, Tanya Morgan & everybody who came out for a great night.

Tags: Brittney the Square, Family Affair, J DIlla, lessondary, Tanya Morgan

Friday, 3/11 at Family Affair -> The Solution’s 5th Annual J Dilla Tribute w/special guest hosts…

FRIDAY, 3/11 -> Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the music of James Yancey aka Jay Dee aka J Dilla alongside some of Denver’s biggest Dilla fanatics.  DJ Low Key & Lazy Eyez will be rocking all your favorite Dilla classics, rarities, remixes, b-sides & more from 8-12pm at Denver’s premier boutique, Family Affair (21st & Larimer downtown).  It’s our 5th time paying tribute to one of the best producers ever and after collaborating with Slum Village and Stones Throw over the last few years, you already know we’re gonna remind you why you love Dilla all over again. Free donuts and no cover, but donations to Ma Dukes are encouraged.  And oh yeah, we’ll have a couple of guest hosts in the building that you won’t wanna miss!!!

Update: Thanks to a generous contribution from Top Shelf Vodka and our good friends at Red Bull, there will be complimentary Red Bull/Vodkas (while supplies last).

Tags: Family Affair, J DIlla

Win an Ahead of the Class tour prize pack, courtesy of the Solution, Akomplice, Snowboard Mag & Family Affair…

Tags: Akomplice, Contests, Family Affair, Snowboard Mag, The Ahead of the Class Tour

The Ahead of the Class CO Tour w/Tanya Morgan, TiRon, Whygee, King F.O.E., DJ Low Key, Lazy Eyez & special guests…

The Solution, Akomplice & Snowboard Mag present the Ahead of the Class CO Tour w/Tanya Morgan, TiRon, Whygee, King F.O.E., DJ Low Key, Lazy Eyez & special guests…

Wednesday, 3/9 -> Cecilia’s in Breckenridge (520 S. Main Street) – Doors at 9 /// $10 for 21+

Thursday, 3/10 -> Black Sheep in Colorado Springs (2106 E. Platte Ave) – Doors at 8 /// $10 for 21/$12 for all ages /// Plus special guests The Boombox Saints for their official album release party and the debut performance of Play Cousin (Boonie Mayfield & Jordan Craft). Buy tickets now.

Saturday, 3/12 -> The Marquis in Denver (2009 Larimer St) – Doors at 9 /// $10 for 21/$12 for all ages /// Plus an Akomplice Fashion Show and the Denver debut of Play Cousin (Boonie Mayfield & Jordan Craft). Buy tickets now /// Tickets also available at Family Affair (21st & Larimer downtown) or from DJ Low Key, Lazy Eyez or Whygee with no ticket fees.

Tuesday, 3/15 -> Round Midnight in Boulder (1005 Pearl Street) – Doors at 9 /// $5 before 11, $10 after for 21+ /// Plus an Akomplice Fashion Show and special guest, world renowned turntablist DJ Vajra.

.:Download The Ahead of the Class Tour Sampler (right click on a PC):.

Stay tuned for more videos and free MP3s as we get closer to the tour and make sure to cop your pre-sale tickets, some shows will sell out!!!  Also, you can follow everyone from the tour on twitter by checking out this list.   Last but not least, here’s some words, video & music to help get you familiar with the tour’s lineup:

“Quietly and stealthily, they’ve evolved into one of the finest groups of their generation” – The L.A. Times on Tanya Morgan

“TiRon isn’t your average rapper, he’s something more” – XXL Magazine on TiRon

“With all due respect to Talib and Hi-Tek, I’m actually more inclined to revisit team Tanya’s likeably loose, bordering-on-sloppy inaugural effort than said ballyhooed backpack-crowd classic.” – Chairman Mao of XXL Chairman’s Choice & Ego Trip

“Los Angeles’ Best Rapper” – The L.A. Times on TiRon

“Tanya Morgan are like the sons of De La Soul– soulful, stressed, effortlessly smart flows, intricate production, the whole package.” – SPIN Music Editor Charles Aaron on Tanya Morgan

“My personal favorite” mixtape of 2009 – Shake of 2Dopeboyz.com on TiRon & DJ Low Key’s Ketchup

“”Tanya Morgan is bolder and braver than forbearers like Black Star and Slum Village…an expansive tour de force” – Vibe.com on Tanya Morgan

“Best emcee-based mixtape of 2009” – PopularLemonade.com on TiRon & DJ Low Key’s Ketchup

“The trio’s savory Bridge EP demonstrates why Tanya Morgan has been a critical favorite for the last several years. Their deliveries are effortless, their beats run the gamut from smooth to boom-bappy, and their music has an inspiring vibe.” – The Source

Free MP3 Downloads (Round 1):

.:Tanya Morgan presents Donwill & Von Pea – The Sandwich Shop:.

.:TiRon – MSTRD:.

.:Whygee & Sounds Supreme – Hype Killz Volume 1:.

Free MP3 Downloads (Round 2):

.:DJ Soul presents Tanya Morgan Is A Rap Group:.

.:TiRon – Ketchup (mixed by DJ Low Key):.

.:King F.O.E. – Fuck F.O.E. + Bonus: It Sucks To be You:.

Tags: Black Sheep, Boonie Mayfield, Cecilia's, DJ Low Key, Family Affair, King F.O.E., Lazy Eyez, Play Cousin, Round Midnight, Tanya Morgan, The Ahead of the Class Tour, The Marquis, TiRon, Whygee

Friday, 10/15 -> The Solution w/DJ Low Key & Sounds Supreme moves to 3014!!!

FRIDAY, 10/15 -> We’re excited to announce that we’re settled on a great long-term home for the best club night in Denver aka the Solution, at 3014.  3014 is a dope spot at 3014 E. Colfax Ave, a block east and across the street from the Bluebird Theatre, in a cool part of town where you’ll find all sorts of interesting stuff, including our friends the Shoppe (cupcakes & other treats), Plastic Chapel (collectible toys a la Kid Robot) and an assortment of boutiques, salons and dispensaries.  The venue has good sound, tasty food served all night long, a nice heated rooftop patio and we’ll be bringing our infamous bartender, Jess, along with us to complete the move (she’s the third member of the Solution, did you expect anything less?).  Our good friends over at Family Affair and Frank151 have helped us stock some gift bags for the 50 people to come in and you already know we’re gonna come extra correct with the music after our summer break.  $3 Stellas & $4 Jager Bombs all night.  21+/No cover/Music at 9.

Tags: 3014, Family Affair, Frank151, Jess, The Solution Returns

Friday, 5/14 -> Special guests U-N-I + Family Affair Pop Up Shop #1 at the Solution…

FRIDAY, 5/14 ->  We’ve got a great last minute surprise for y’all,  LA’s own Y-O & Thurzday aka U-N-I aka the hosts of our mixtape will be rockin live at the Solution at Bar Standard (1037 Broadway).  And if that wasn’t enough, we’re still gonna charge the regular door because we love you (free until 11, only $5 after, it doesn’t get much better than that, right?).  But wait, it gets better, Family Affair is taking the night to another level by creating a one night only, pop up shop featuring fresh new gear from Undefeated, Diamond Supply Co., The Hundreds, Kid Robot, 10 Deep, Stussy & more, plus a special sale with $15 tees & $50 hoodies and copies of the Solution Tape #1 signed by U-N-I with every purchase.  21+ / doors at 9 / Free until 11, only $5 after.

BTW, if you’re not up on U-N-I yet, here’s a video crash course:

Tags: Family Affair, The Solution Mixtape #1, U-N-I

Friday, 4/16 -> Black Diamond Family Afterparty at the Solution w/special guest Dom Kennedy…

FRIDAY, 4/16 -> We’re teaming up with our good friends over at Family Affair, Diamond Supply CO, Black Scale, The Hundreds & Bobby Fresh to throw the afterparty for their super fresh Black Diamond Family charity event.  Their event goes down from 7-10PM at Family Affair and features a fashion show (with all the clothes being donated to charity afterwards), the release of the Black Diamond/Family Affair tee, a special guest set from Melo-X & more.  Check out FamilyXAffair.com for more info on that.  Afterward, head over to the Solution w/DJ Low Key & Sounds Supreme* for the official afterparty, featuring a performance from LA’s own Dom Kennedy, giveaways from Family Affair & more.  If you’re not up on Dom Kennedy, download his latest project, From The Westside With Love, below and get familiar with one LA’s finest rising talents.  21+ / Doors at 9 / Free til 11, only $5 after.

Tags: Black Scale, Bobby Fresh, Diamond Supply CO, Dom Kennedy, Family Affair, The Hundreds