Great interview with deep house legend Larry Heard whose music I am into at the moment. Dropped some of his classic tracks at two gigs this past weekend. Look out for them in upcoming sessions.

Omar

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This Friday July 16th is Strictly Vinyl Night at Candelas Lounge. This means house classics, disco, soul and nothing but WAX!
420 3rd Avenue, Downtown San Diego

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Recent trips to my previously adopted City of Angels with the Mrs. reminded me of how much I miss always being around this city and made me wonder why I even left. A reunion of sorts in the works perhaps? This is a photo of The Griffith Observatory with the LA skyline hidden behind the haze (and no, that ain't smog!).

Happy Fourth!
-Omar

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This Thursday July 1st, yours truly will be a guest DJ at my good friend Mannix Rodriguez's weekly house music internet radio show called Live & Direct on WORLDTUNEDRADIO.COM where I'll be playing a live set from 8-10:30 pm. Looking forward to this one so be sure to tune in.

-Omar

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A loft party, pool party, and a possible house dance competition. Not a bad schedule for the summer. Looking forward to dropping some beats. Check in for updates.

-Omar

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I am pleased to finally present the Soulful Living Guest Mix series. As always, I created Soulful Living as a platform to share with the global music community some of the best house music, DJs, and artists that are doing their thing and doing it proper. Along with my regular deep house sessions, I will be showcasing guest mixes from DJs who are making a difference. In keeping with the eclectic spirit of the show, the series will focus on a broader range of musical genres. The first of the series is a downtempo, funk, disco, and house mix by DEEP-LA's own JOPLIN. I have had the opportunity to experience a set from her as well as open up for her at DIVE's 2010 New Year's Eve party and believe me she knows how to own a crowd. Better check her out. Go to the Guest Mix Page to take a listen and be sure to stay connected to hear about future guests.

Peace, Omar

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This past Friday SOLE CHANNEL label mates MR.V and Will "Reelsoul" Rodriguez shook up our little corner of San Diego with solid DJ sets that will burn in my memory for a while. Reelsoul's opening set was deep and edgy, just enough to fill up the floor earlier than usual. By midnight, the venue was absolutely filled to capacity as MR. V got ready to bring it NYC style. Both DJs mixed up the evening with new music, definitive house classics, and a dose of disco and 80s for good measure. San Diego house music supporters, dancers, and all our HABITAT friends came out in force for Henry Diaz's and my good friend Elizabeth's birthdays and for what ended up to be a magical evening. Shouts to the DIVE fam DJ ALA, Mikeytown, and Will for stopping by. A million thanks to all who came out.




This had to have been the peak of Mr. V's set.




Mr. V ended the night with this classic. I never would have thought to play this joint but it absolutely energized the crowd and to my surprise, the whole club new the words to the song. We actually talked about it until we finally got kicked out of the club. It was that moving. Such a humbling experience to see a community come together for the love of music.

-Omar

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SOLE CHANNEL label mates MR.V and Will "Reelsoul" Rodriguez will be in full strength at the HABITAT digs this Friday, May 14th for an evening of amazing soulful house music. We are extremely excited to have these two renowned DJs and producers from both coasts together in our home to share with us what they do best which is to throw down some serious Sole Channel heat. We are also celebrating Henry Diaz's big birthday bash so I expect to see the heads deep in the place. Candelas 420 3rd Avenue, San Diego.

-Omar

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I just had to share with you one of the most beautiful deep house joints out now. Superman by Black Coffee with haunting vocals by Bucie. Better believe this will stay in my bag for a while. This track has been such a hit on the dancefloor and I am looking forward to more music from our friends in South Africa. Don't forget to show your support by purchasing the music you hear on Soulful Living.

-Omar

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Friday is CLASSICS night at Habitat. I'm Celebrating my birthday along with my good friend Shey at Candelas this Friday 4/30. We're diggin deep in the vaults for some disco and house classics for all to enjoy and reminisce in the true spirit of house music. Save the date for the SOLE CHANNEL PARTY May 14th. Candelas 420 3rd Avenue.

-Omar

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Check the April line-up at Habitat. Candelas 420 3rd Avenue Downtown San Diego

-Omar

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A new show and a new look for the radio site coming up. My apologies for the lapse in getting a new show out but I am deeply excited about the new things I've been working on. I'm 'remixing' the site to portray a minimal appeal so I can focus more on the music rather than on unnecessary distractions. I am also incorporating a regular blog so I can wax poetics about things I am into at the moment and I feel are worth sharing. So, visit often and stay for the eye and ear candy.

Blessings, Omar

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