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Jam of the Day - 2pac & Joe Sample

Check out Joe Sample doing his thing. So soulful that Pac had to sample it for a track dedicated to his moms. Joe Sample has a really unique soulful sound to his jazz, so I encourage everyone to check him out.

RIP Baatin

We just want to say RIP to Slum Village's Baatin. Our thoughts go out to his friends and family. This photo was taken by Kinga at Rock the Bells. Be sure to check out her photography....

Curtis

Check out this new Curtis Mayfield print comin out of our studio. It is an edition of 6 entitled "move on up". Curtis is pictured in front of the Cabrini Green housing projects, where he spent some time as a young man. I've included some of my favorite curtis mayfield tracks with it as well. If you like these check out more of our stuff.

District Nine Pre-Screening

I've heard nothing but great reviews about this flick. Next wednesday a pre-screening will be held at AMC river east. Enter to get free tickets at www.aintitcool.com!

The Primeridian and Black Spade TONIGHT!

Thursday July 30th @ the Shrine 2109 S. Wabash. South Loop. Hear It Live featuring The Primeridian and Black Spade. MC'ed by Anacron. $10 cover. Doors open at 9. Valet parking available. Good Bean in da CAUwFEEE!!!!!!!!

Leroy's Soul Jam of the Day Three 6-Willie Hutch

Nothing need be said.

Leaves of Change Bag Restocked!

We've restocked our beautiful double sided leaves of change bag. It is now available for purchase in the store. One side of the bag shows the changing autumn colors and the other displays the tree in it's spring transformation. We restocked this bag due to popular demand, so we encourage you to contact us with anything that's on your mind.

Leroy's Soul Jam of the Day - Leon Haywood, Snoop, Dre

Both great songs. Is the female moaning in the background a bit oversexed? Leon doesn't think so...neither do I.

Leroy's Soul Jam of the Day - Isley Brothers, Ice Cube

Are we really sure...can a love that lasted for so long still endure?

Leroy's Jam of the Day- Otis Redding and Marly Marl

Gotta love the wild west theme in this Juice crew video.

Leroys Jam of the Day BIG & Bobby Caldwell

Bobby Caldwell is probably the most soulful white singer I've ever heard....All you soul jam of the day fans, don't hesitate to leave comments on the videos!

The Hurt Locker

Saw this last night. Easily one of the best movies of the year. Currently, this film is only playing at a handful of theaters around the city, however, it is set to expand soon. Check it out. It's a blast.

Run, Blago, Run

Artist Ray Noland, who became famous for his blago graffiti, will be headlining an art show appropriately titled "Run, Blago, Run". The exhibit features over a dozen artists and opens today (friday, July 24th). Heres a sneak peak :

http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/chi-run-blago-run-gallery,0,2483947.photogallery

Show starts: Friday at 6 pm and runs until sunday. The gallery is located at : 1925 N. Milwaukee Ave. Check it out!

Leroys Soul Jam of the Day - Smokey Robinson

Smokey Robinson will be performing tomorrow, Saturday July 25 at Morton Arboretum in a Chicago suburb tomorrow. He was a veritable hit machine in the Motown days. Some of his most famous songs include "The Tracks of my Tears", "I Second That Emotion" and "You've Really Got a Hold on Me." There are many, many more hits. The show is $50 and starts at 7 p.m. so if you've got the money you should definitely go. This is "Quiet Storm", later sampled in the De La Track "Breakadawn".