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The links between hip hop and the early 20th century high modernist art movement called Dada are evident. To summarize, both began as reactionary movements and, at their cores, the primary ethic of both is make something with what you have directly in front of you. Dada certainly began as more politically oriented, nonetheless, I view these movements as cousins. Even their names draw attention to how closely related they are. Whether or not this is coincidental is a more grandiose discussion.

Five summers ago, quite by accident, and at exactly the right moment in my life, I found myself out in Richmond, Virginia, for one night only.  Having Yelp-ed a place for dinner, my boyfriend and I ended up at the one that promised over 30 beers on tap, and live bands every night.  Little did I know I was in for an experience that would spark a mad love affair with the eclectic, soul-bearing, party-starting force of nature that is the Richmond scene.  There is too much great music coming out of that city to capture it all in a 30 minute playlist, but here are some of the acts that have made a big impact on me over the last few years. 

This 6:04 is curated by Logan Metz, multi instrumentalist for the kick-ass Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real.

Songs from artists who performed at 4/14/20 Virtual Wine and Song event.

From acoustic to digital, orchestral strings can really create a mood for any moment in time. For this playlist, I’ve combined some local Jersey City artists I’ve recorded, along with some personal favorites to paint the picture of our current situation this Spring.  - Corey Zack 4/10/20 (also his birthday!)

Shout out to all the brave people helping during the pandemic.   Thank You

There is so much great music in the world that we’ll never be able to listen to it all. And I know it’s impossible to keep up with every hyped new artist and obscure classic band that is having a resurgence. But what happens when we stop seeking out songs that are new to us, whether released last month or last century? I hope I never find out.

Springy April Songs today on the 6:04 Mixtape.

My Morning Jacket
Simon & Garfunkel
Prince
Billie Holiday
Willie Nelson
Tom Petty
Max Feinstein
Viktor.digital
& more!

Mixtape curated by Particle Kid’s Micah Nelson

Note from the curator:

This mixtape includes a song from artists who performed at 3/31/20 Virtual Wine & Song

-Kuz 4/1/20

Includes music from: Wolf Woodcock, The American Buffalo, Men I Trust, Foxwarren, Sonic Youth and Miserable

Note from the curator:

In the throes of news cycle anxiety or slumped on the couch in pinned boredom? These days taking walks, when or if possible, allows us all the healing opportunity to get out of our respective four walled gloom and, more importantly, out of our own heads to safely engage with the world. Here’s a handful of chillish tunes for ya. So be in the moment, at least for a good twenty or so minutes. Shake off the images and worry of your day(s) and connect with the beauty around ya. Helps you see the good within too. - Tom 3/30/20

Grab your best set of headphones and digital plastic + glass rectangle with music streaming options and with a 6 foot circle of love and kindness take a walk outside and have a listen to 20 something minutes of music. We have new songs from Pearl Jam and Dylan, and three from my crew with BWQ asking “are we human or just animals”, Viktor.digital groovin’ in the galaxies and a song that I wrote with Julio Fernandez and features his magical guitar playing. - Kuz 3/27/20