Tuck & Patti @ Yoshi's SF 11/28/2010

I've been a fan of Tuck and Patti since the 8th grade. Mr. Pizani and Nikki would play Tuck & Patti while we would stretch during color guard practice. I know that not only I, but most of us fell in love with Tuck and Patti during that time. I've been fortunate enough to have seen Tuck and Patti live twice before. Each and every time I see them, they blow my mind! This time I was able to share my love for them with my 14 year old. I think if it's one thing that John and I have passed down to our kids, it's our love for music, and our love for live music.

I was excited to take Sarah to this show because it is a very different type of show. Just 2 people on stage, Tuck with a guitar, and Patti with just her voice. Very intimate, and very personal. This was not a hip hop show, a rock or a pop show, so this was definitely a totally different atmosphere for her. She might have been the youngest one there!!

Since I've babbled on and on about my experiences, let me let Sarah tell you hers:

I've never heard about Tuck & Patti until that night when i went to the show. I didn't know what to expect, at first I thought it was just this young couple singing some jazz. But when they came onto the stage, it was the complete opposite. Both of them had a very unique sense of style, and they blew me away with their music. Once Patti started singing, i was just in awe. Hearing her voice sent chills down my spine, she was amazing. My mom was telling me about how much of a great guitar player Tuck was, but i had to hear it to believe it. Tuck came on stage, and did his solo songs. Once he hit that first note, i had goosebumps all over my body. The way he would play it, it would seem so easy to do. Listening, and watching him play, mesmerized me. That night at the show, really showed me what people can be capable of. Me personally, am very passionate about music, especially piano. I've been playing since i was 4 yrs. old, and has never stopped. Seeing Tuck & Patti, made me realize that I can pursue what i am really passionate about, and that nothing can stop me. That night was a fun and great experience. =)

Jon B @ Yoshi's SF

If you guys aren't busy tonight, and have about $25 to spend. Go see Jon B at Yoshi's tonight! They added an extra show by popular demand!

Jon B has been around for a long time. Way before Robin Thicke, and back when R&B was straight up, Babyface, After 7, Brian Mcknight. Jon B impressed me last night! Not only does this man have MAJOR vocal cords, but I also love a man that can play the piano!! He is very musically diverse and can rip a piano solo with the best of them! His vocal range is on point! Never did he once sway off beat, tune or note!

Yoshi's concert venue was packed! Every single seat was filled plus people standing on the sides. The women were in effect last night! Jon B catered to the women of course..but looking around I can also see the men in the crowd nodding their heads and enjoying this guy on stage. He did songs like "Cool Relax", "They don't know", "Inside", "Pretty Girl", "R U Still Down" one of my favorites "Someone to Love", "Dont Talk"...each song just kept you wanting to hear more! One of my favorite parts of the night was when he did a Sade Cover of "Sweetest Taboo!" and anyone that knows me knows how big of a Sade fan I am..so I was super excited to sing along! He also did a Michael Jackson Tribute and sang "Rock With You" But the coolest part of the night was when he busted out "Can you stand the Rain!" I almost fell out my chair! He said that this was the song that made him want to become an R&B artist....the first time he heard that song was when he was in the 8th grade 1988!

I think the closest person you can probably compare Jon B to is Robin Thicke. I've been to a Robin Thicke show before...but in my opinion, This Jon B show takes the lead between the two HANDS DOWN!

This show was definitely two thumbs up. I really felt like I got my $$ worth, and Job B definitely did his best for his fans and I appreciate that to the fullest! Much Respect!

Go see Job B tonight!

Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth-Mezzanine 10/10/10

When you think of Pete Rock & C.L Smooth, you definitely think..what a great calabo right? You think back to 1991 when their first album "All Souled out" came out. You think of Pete Rock's soul and jazzy samples backing up C.L Smooth's conscious lyrics. So naturally when I got notice from The Mezzanine that Phife from A Tribe Called Quest was hosting a Pete Rock & C.L Smooth reunion show, I had to round up the posse and get tickets to go to this rare performance.

We were all excited! Couldn't wait to hear and see the two do their business on stage. We got their pretty early, making sure we wouldn't miss a thing. DJ Halo was on stage playin' the jams! Old school to new school...I didn't mind listening to DJ Halo spinning..but I was also wondering why he was on stage for such a long time. I didn't sweat it much cause I knew how hip hop shows can be, and they can start really late and last a very long time. So I just brushed it off and waited patiently for the main event.

Finally!!! Phife comes on, gives a meaningful introduction and introduces Pete Rock! Crowd goes crazy! Pete Rock comes on, get's on the turn tables and starts to spin. Watching Pete Rock spin on the turn tables was an honor, and a treat. It was like taking a time machine back to the 90's! He spun a whole mess of songs...just like DJ Halo did. From Old school to new school. As the time went by, Pete Rock was still spinning and no C.L Smooth! I was beginning to think that he wasn't even gonna come out. Or worst that he wasn't even in the building. I started to really get my doubts, and started to really get bummed out. I even heard other people that were leaving, were disappointed and thought C.L Smooth wasn't going to join his partner in crime on stage. I started to feel my feet, they were killing me from standing for so long! I had to start walking around, me and Tiff gradually moved to the back where there was more room and air. Signs we really are getting too old for this. Just as I was really going to give up on this show...C.L Smooth finally comes out!!!

Finally!! Both on stage!! Together!!! My spirits began to rise!!! But what happened was strange. Pete Rock continued to play random hip hop songs, not there's..but other peoples songs. C.L Smooth reverted to becoming the hype man! "Everybody say Ho!" I was completely confused. Why weren't they doing any of their songs? It continued like that for a hand full of more songs...THEN!! I hear a familiar sound. It was "I'll Take You There!" Pete Rock put that record on, but guess what? C.L Smooth was rhyming over his lyrics on the record!! They did the same thing to "Mecca and the Soul Brother", "Straighten it out" and "T.R.O.Y!" I mean don't get me wrong it was great hearing those songs, but It was a shame to see that performance from them. Maybe they didn't have the instrumentals to their songs? I dunno...I'm clueless, and the rest of the night was exactly the same, and I was left with, hurt feet, super tired, sleepy and ready to call it a night! This definitely wasn't what we all expected. For legends like Pete Rock and C.L Smooth, one would only expect the best. And this show was NOT their best...by far.

In their defense they did have a show earlier that day at Laney College. Wondering if that show was any better. I'm still waiting for, or even trying to come up with an excuse for them, and why it was the way it was...Nothing really makes any sense.

it's a shame.

The Legendary EPMD - Yoshi's SF 10/03/2010

The legendary EPMD performed at Yoshi's SF last night. The O.G hip hop group from the 80's just screamed my older brothers era. Most people there were about his age. It made me think back to his dj years, and the years I started really becoming obsessed with music. I used to want to play his records on his turn tables back in the day but always was reminded not to touch his things. I would always try to sit and hang out with the boys while they would spin records...digging through crates and crates of records. I blame it all on my brother Alfred and Divine Beat Productions for the obsessed music junkie I've become! HA!

EPMD has been in the music business for about 21 years now. Faithful to hip hop and huge supporters of underground hip hop. Last night show was sold out! The floor was packed and from where I was sitting, the audience was ready for some live hip hop. Parrish and Eric Sermon entertained us with all the classics. "Strictly Business", "Crossover", "You got's to chill", "Gold digger", "Pls listen to my demo", "so what cha sayin", "headbanger" just to name a few. Each song they did was well received and the crowed went crazy! The set they did was pretty short...which kinda sucked. But I enjoyed every single song they performed, and that was worth it to me. Legends of hip hop...great entertainers, professionals on stage, true to their music...over all great show.

They did mention something that took me back to my Mos Def experience. They were giving props to their fans, cause if it wasn't for their fans they wouldn't be where they are today. So they said, If you ask any artist for their autograph or a photo and they don't give you one? Slap the shit out of them!- The fans are the one's that put food on their table, the fans are the one's who bought that phat ass car your driving...etc. I thought to myself...they are damn right, and wished I would have been able to say that to Mos when he dissed me!... Oh, well. maybe one day I will get my chance. hee hee!

Happy Birthday Mic-Dawg!-hope you enjoyed the show!

The Beatnuts-Voodoo Lounge 09/17/2010

Another great hip hop show with great friends!

RTB 2010

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RTB 2010

by Teri Lagaya on Monday, August 23, 2010 at 6:32pm

Top 10 reasons we know we're too old to attend RTB 2010

1. Got there late, so missed Slick Rick and Rakim. Sokay cause we've already seen both of them live.

2. Dreading sitting on the lawn with a whole bunch of youngins!

3. Moved further up towards the top of the lawn just cause it was cooler.

4. Complained about no house dJ in between sets.

5. The Heat! and then The Cold!!

6. Was probably more excited about eating food than anything else.

7. Didn't know why they gave you water w/o the tops.

8. Staring at the younger kids acting a fool.

9. Too lazy to meet up with your friends on the other side of the lawn.

10. Left early to beat the traffic!

Other than that...RTB's this year was O.K. Sound system totally sucked ass! You should barely hear the arttist! Lauryn Hill was okay. The couple of songs she did in the beginning the band flipped up. She sang the songs in a different way but it was still an alright performance. As the more songs she did, her voice got stronger. What was tight about Lauryn was that she can still flow! It was great to hear her voice again even if it wasn't 1998! I was fortunate enough to see her in concert in her prime...the Miss Education tour and Outkast was the opener-one of my favorite concerts I've attended! Since then she just hasn't been the same. Tribe was great...even though they go through the same songs...I still love hearing my fave's and singing along! I love love love going to a Tribe show. I think I will always try to catch them live everytime they're in town. True fan to the core. Wu-tang was solid. Lots of Wu fans in the crowd...ODB tribute. Snoop was awesome. We were all saying how he's such of a professional. Snoop knows exactlly how to keep the crowds attention. Great delivery, great stage presence over all one of the greatest performers around. I can finally mark Snoop off off my must see live list. RTB's 2010 was fun overall. Even though I felt a little too old this year...I still managed to keep up with the youngins! Fun time with the homies as always! Love u guys for hanging in there through the heat and the cold!

The Foreign Exchange - Yoshi's SF 7/23/2010

It was a busy night at Yoshi's in San Fran. People lined up out the door for Foreign Exchange. We were able to snag a table on the floor, but didn't need it much cause we were up most of the time dancing! Foreign Exchange was an awesome time!! Last night made me a bigger fan of Phonte who has it all, flow, vocals and comedy. He's a pretty funny guy and cracked us up all night! First time seeing Nicolay live and in person! One underrated and talented producer! Yazarah and D Rock aka Darien Brockington are AWESOME vocalists!! They complimented the band and Phonte perfectly. The chemistry they had on stage was really something it felt like family which made for a warm and fun show! They did a "Billy Jean" cover and also a Level 42 cover of "Something About You!" Eric Roberson surprised us and came out and did a song too! The audience was great! A wonderful mix of the bay area in one room. It was a sold out show and a well deserved one at that! Good times with C-Rock, J-Hip and Alaniz..I had so much fun I fell alsleep in da car ride home. :)

Brand Nubian-330 Ritch, 7/13/2010

This show was originally supposed to happen last month. So happy that instead of canceling the show they rescheduled it! We saw Brand Nubian Live for the first time maybe 5 years ago? I don't even remember...at that show, we had a blast! They performed a great show, and also were able to mingle with us after the show. Too bad I didn't bring a camera at that show cause it would have been a good keep sake.

This show was a little different, Brand Nubian did the "All For One" album in it's entirety! They had never done this in their hip hop career before, so it was exciting to be a part of it. Before they came on, we were entertained by the dj spinnin the jams. It was so much fun dancing and movin to the classics. It was even more fun watching everyone else dancing along!! Brand Nubian was great! Didn't skip a beat or lyric....they are pros, legends and innovators. Glad to see them together again...Sadat out of jail even! :) The whole night was fun...love the times when I plan not to get tipsy but do anyway...love the times when we actually get to talk to the artist and give them props...but what I especially love is, Love the time spent with my friends...memories to last a lifetime!

Moka Only-Elbo Room 7/12/2010

Facebook Teri Lagaya: Moka Only-Elbo Room 7/12/2010: "Moka is one of my most favorite producers/artist! He used to be a memeber of Canada's Swollen Members, but branched out to do this solo thing. I've been a fan of his since his Lowdown Suite Album..and years later this guy has made many, many more songs and albums. So many it's so hard to keep up with him. Moka can make and use anything sound musical, his music is very open minded, creative, and well arranged. You can definitley hear Dilla's influence in Moka's music, but Moka takes it to another level...and comes out sounding like nothing else out there right now.

Thanks to my buddy Nate, found out Sunday that Moka was making a bay area apperance the very next day! I knew I couldn't miss it, Moka barely comes out to the bay, let alone do a show in the bay! You can normaly find him in his music lab making music till the butt crack of dawn. So to me and the few Moka fans that showed up knew that this was a rare and special apperance.

First song...'More Soup' I want to say that he did that song cause for me, but we'll just leave that fantacy alone. :) He did 'Starfish, 'Only You', 'I'm a nut', 'Conekter' and a whole bunch of stuff off other albums I haven't heard of before. He did a Fishbone cover and can you believe it a George Michael cover of 'Faith'! Another thing that Moke has that makes him special is that Moka has a great singing voice...and compliments his music well.

He ended his set with the other openers on stage. They sang a long to the Beatles Song 'The Yellow Submarine'-strange way to end but everytime I hear that song it reminds me of my dad.

I'm glad I got to catch this guy here in SF. I wished he would have done a tour with Ab-Rude, and Aceyalone, or even The Pharcyde...now THAT would have been a tight ass show. But until next time I will keep stalking him on Myspace! haha!! - Groupie Status I know."

Little Brother @ The Independent 5/28/2010

When I got word that LB was playing in SF..I HAD to get tickets! I didn't want to miss them live, esp. since this is their last tour, and album together, after this..no more LB. :(

Got to Independent right before they got on stage. This show was SOLD OUT!...and the place was packed! By the time we got there...fools were already feelin' good, liquored up and ready for LB! A good mix of people there...not what I expected, but great to see everyone come out to see them.

LB's DJ got the crowd pretty hyped! Played a lot of classic hip hop...and catered to the crowd well. Phonte and Big Pooh came on and the crowd went crazy! Lots of guys in the crowd...it seems like LB is a "guys group" All you could hear were the guys shouting out the lyrics to all the songs. It was fun watching groups of guys that came together getting hyped when a song came on, singing out lyrics to each other and out to LB! Phonte and Big Pooh delivered a great show! I have to say, if not most but all their beats are pretty banging! They ran through, "Speed", "The Yo-yo", "So Fabulous", "The Way You do it", "Beautiful Morning","Good Clothes", "Dreams" & one of my faves.."Lovin' it" They did a good variety of songs on all 4 albums...and even encored! Love going to a show when you can feel the good energy from the audience! You know everyone there was down to have a great time!...and it was! If I'm movin' and grovin at a show......It's a good time!

Phonte and Big Pooh, are two very talented artist. They both have the flow, lyrics and originality. Phonte and Pooh were able to bust a freestyle or two and kept the show interesting! They gave props to Heiro for giving them their start up in the industry. The bay definitely showed LB lots of love...it goes to show that there are some peeps here in the bay who know what good hip hop is. So glad I got to see them live with my two favorite dudes...John and Nate! :) Kettle Chips were yummy!

Little Dragon

In the car ride over to the city...I got butterflies in my tummy, butterflies of excitement. My body ached from painting, and running errands yesterday. But that did not in any way make me less excited to see Little Dragon live.

Loved running into my lovely cousin Moya and her boyfriend Cecil outside Independent. Rushed inside to cement my feet in a good spot...unfortunately everywhere I tried to stand, somehow every tall person in the building managed to sneak their way right in front of me! VV Brown was on stage when we got there. We managed to listen to the last part of her set. She was awesome! Very strong voice, her band was awesome as well! She did a cover to Drake's song "Best I Ever Had" - now when she announced that she was going to do that cover, I was kinda expecting the worst. It actually came out tight, so much props to VV Brown from England. She has a very original flavor..Cant wait to hear more from her.

Little Dragon took the stage with "A New" Front woman Yukimi Nagaro came on stage with a dark blue sequin hood over her head. I love her soulful voice, and love how it blends well with the music they make. Watching her Jammin' & groovin to her most awesome band was so refreshing! This Swedish band can definitely rip the stage! Their music is a musical blend of all genres. You can not label them as just 1 type of style. Some of the songs they played were "Never, Never", "After The Rain" , " My Steps", "Blinking Pigs", "Forever" "Looking Glass" and my fave "Twice". Each and every song they did, was tweaked in a different way, each song they did sounded full, & well arranged and because of that, they delivered a wonderful show. I was very impressed, and would recommend seeing them live. It's definitely an experience you wont forget. The CD's are great...but nothing like seeing them live! I enjoyed dancing along with everyone in the crowd, singing along to the lyrics and screaming for more! "Swimming" was their encore, but like everyone else in the crowd, I think I could have listened and danced all night for more Little Dragon.

Great show & such an Awesome time!!!

Goodie Mob Reunion @ Ruby Sky

Ruby Sky is a nice spot. I've been there a long time ago for a Tribe Reunion and when then again for someones bday. A huge space & great sound system. I was surprised by a couple of things at this show. 1. I thought this Goodie Mob show was gonna bring out the faithfuls, the space wasn't even packed. I'm not sure if it was because it was held on a Sunday or that they didn't promote it well enough. 2. I was surprised at the different type of crowd it was. Nowadays a certain type of group or groups of people show up to a hip hop show...and at this show it wasn't the case. Not a big deal though, I was just being observant.

The Jacka opened up for Goodie Mob. I am not familiar with his music, so I basically was a spectator in the crowd looking for something to catch my ear...unfortunately nothing did. I mean he had some beats, but his flow and lyrics just didn't have that essence, or originality. A lot of his songs sounded the same to me. The one song that I was familiar with was that song they play on the radio "All Over Me" I do find myself movin and groovin' to that song. I will say that him and his entourage did have the stage presence...they definitely worked the stage.

The Goodie Mob reunion was great! They came on stage with major energy. They each came out on stage one at a time...and then started off the show with "Goodie Bag" their chick dj mixed in a couple of familiar songs in the middle of Goodie Bag, which put a different twist to that song. Some songs they did were " Soul Food" "Black Ice" "Beautiful Skin", The crowd sang a long to "Free" Cee-Lo even did some Gnarls Barkely songs like "Crazy" and "Closet Freak". They threw in "Thought Process" and "Get Rich to This" It was great to see Goodie Mob fans singing along to the lyrics, and knowing that these Goodie Mob songs took them back. Back when hip hop was fresh to death. On a side note, Nate and I thought that they should done their show at a smaller venue, it would have been much more intimate and appropriate for the number of people who showed up. In my opinion, it would have resulted in a more hyped show.
They surprised us with a tribute to bay area music. Their dj played a number of bay are artist joints and got a huge crowd appreciation for that! They closed out with "Cell Therapy" one of my favorites...and last song was "They Don't Dance No Mo" A perfect song to end with. Goodie Mob had much appreciation...the bay area was their last stop on their tour. Nate and I even managed to get a hand shake from T-MO!

I'm gonna put it out there and say that the last time I saw Goodie Mob it was a way better show, but that was over 10 years ago and they were in their prime!! Overall it was great to see them back on stage together again after all these years. Sad that The Hopes left early but always great to see them. Again another fun night in the city... & another great show to add to my list.

"NO PICTURES!" Mos Def & Jay Electronica : Haiti Benifit Show , Independent SF

So I'm gonna put this fool on BLAST right now. I didn't even want to go to this show, But I told my friend Claire that I'm giving Mos Def ONE LAST chance tonight. To redeem himself as the entertaining guy we all know he can be. I've seen Mos sooo many times now...and EVERY SINGLE TIME...this fool lets me down. I will keep it real, I haven't really been up on Mos new stuff, I bought the Blk on Both Sides album, and I even think I have The New Danger album. But for whatever reason...they were never on constant rotation. NONE THE LESS!!! Even though I'm not up on his new stuff, if his new stuff was bangin' I would be feelin it, especially if it's live! He did ALL his newer songs...some of his stuff was on hit, but it just felt like he had no connection with the audience. I felt like this audience was waiting for something from him...U had people that came out from cut to come see Mos. I just didn't think he could have delivered like he should have for his fans. There was even a time where he was straight arguing with a audience member. That was actually funny though! He did one old school song...UMI SAID...wow.
The good thing about this show was that, Jay Electronica came to the rescue!! In my opinion, Jay Electronica represents raw, and fresh hip hop. His lyrics had essence and substance, his beats were bangin' and he projected to the crowd better than Mos did. Jay even did a tribute to Dilla and & Baatin...which was awesome! It's always a treat to hear a Dilla beat at a show..that made my insides happy!
There were some special guests...Supernatural, who always rips the stage with his freestyle. Locksmith came on for a couple of songs...But what I really enjoyed was the spoken word in the beginning of the show. I haven't been that touched listening to spoken word in a while, it was really nice!
So show was over, we hung around bullshitting, and managed to get a pic with Jay Electronica, and Supernat...they were both very nice, humble and down to earth talking to them. We even hung around outside and they were just really cool. I even got Jay to leave a message on my boy Mic's v/m! Then MOS came out, there was hardly anyone outside of the venue but us, some stragglers and his peeps. Me and my girl Claire go up to Mos...and even before we say anything...he straight up says "No Pictures!" straight faced & hella serious. So I straight up said " R u serious, no pictures? I drove all the way from Union City to come see you!" (LOL, like UC is hella far or something)......but I got nothing. Then he said it again.."No pictures" fool didn't even say please! I felt so dissed! like for real dude, I freaking paid $ for this show...it's a freaking benefit show...WTF? He did hang out w/ us until his ride came, he chit chatted with the guys & shared cookies together like best friends n shit, and when some other girls tried to get pic with him but he said the same thing! "No Pictures!" Bottom line...he had no love for da fans. no love.

Despite being totally dissed by Mos..I had such a great time with great company, TONS of laughter, lots of drinks, & music...music makes everything better! Still a great night!

Sade

Sade “In Another Time”, “Moon” & “Skin”

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This is a peek at 3 of Sade's new songs. I am feelin' "The Moon & The Sky"!!! "In Another Time" sounds like it should be apart of her "Promise" album. It just showcases her voice and I'm lovin the vibe...Major bass in "Skin" .. can't wait for the whole album..I already pre-ordered it!

Soldier of Love

So the new Sade video made it's debut a couple of days ago. I got the link to view the video through Sade's facebook fan site. I wasn't able to view their link to Amazon.com cause I was on my iphone. So I just googled it and someone had it on their site. I didn't know what to expect...but her video to Soldier Of Love is right on. I love the military steppers in the video, I like how she kinda takes that general role, but yet the video still manages to feel sultry and smooth. I will have to admit, being a HUGE Sade fan I wasn't so hot about this single. Especially waiting 9 years for a new song...but its really growing on me! None the less I am a true Sade fan to the soul and I will love anything she puts out.

I am dying to see her live once again. My first time seeing her live was when I was a Sophomore in high school. This is when her Love Deluxe album came out, It was an unbelievable experience I will never forget. As young as I was, I related to most or almost all of her songs. This is what makes me love her so much! I relate! I then saw her twice when the Lovers Rock album came out....again another amazing time! I just hope that she decides to do another world tour and I am able to see her live once again! This time my bootay is sitting on some seats up close and not on the lawn way back in butt F*ck Egypt! ;)

I would upload the video on here but I still don't know how to do that!

here's a link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9kqDDj4l04

Hellur..This is Teri

Wow, I freaking can't believe I'm actually blogging. I normally don't feel like I have much to say. But then sometimes I feel like I have plenty.

I guess I wanted to start this blog mainly for myself. I'm not sure if anyone will even read my shit....we'll see. And if you're reading this now and haven't started falling asleep..thank you!

The past couple of years have been the hardest. I've lost a lot of people in my life in those couple of years, my uncle passed away in March of 08 and 15 days later my grandmother passed away. Later that year I had lost my very best friend over some bullshit...but that story will stay in the past. My personal love life was put on hold for over a year and I was forced to find my independence and find my inner me..which in the long run made me stronger knowing I can stand on my own 2 feet. Only to get knocked back to my knees when my dad passed away from Lymphoma cancer in June of 09. He was my rock, my friend and my mentor...It is still very hard without him, especially dealing with my mom. I go on knowing that he will want me to keep moving and help my mom find her way in the process.

Although those past couple of years may have set me back a few..I really feel like this year will offer me something different. I still miss everyone I've lost along the way, but I know that there is something out there waiting for me to grasp, nurture, and love. I feel more, musical, more creative and more in tune than ever...so wish me luck guys. I'm crossing my fingers for 2010!