Harold Feinstein's Coney Island, Al Satterwhite " aRound New York" and Daniel Arsham Sculptures at the Leica Store Los Angeles

Harold Feinstein's Coney Island

  at the Leica Store Los Angeles.

September 2015

 Al Satterwhite " aRound New York"

 at the Leica Store Los Angeles.

September 2015

Daniel Arsham

at the Leica Store Los Angeles.

September 2015

Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton: Watch Bonus Footage From The Stones Throw Records Documentary

With Stone Throw Records' captivating documentary, "Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton" hitting Blu-Ray/DVD, they have released some special "bonus" footage from the film - including an interview with Kanye West, where the enigmatic superstar talks about the legacy of J Dilla and working with Madlib.

Watch the "Our Vinyl Weighs a Ton" Bonus Footage Below:



Special Thanks: Stones Throw Records, Peanut Butter Wolf, J Dilla, Madlib, Kanye West, MF Doom, A Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul, Jungle Brothers, Pete Rock and all those who still believe in the power of real hip-hop

Nighttime Maneuvers : L.A. Nights

Special Thanks To : The streets of LA.

Music Mondays: Download a New Nightmares on Wax Mix at Clash Magazine and See Them Live at El Rey Theatre on 11/30!

Before we go see Nightmares on Wax bring their live band to the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles this week, mastermind DJ E.A.S.E has just dropped this dope mix for Clash Magazine, which you can grab as a free download! Featuring all the trademark, funk, soul, hip-hop and reggae overtones you could ask for - this is the perfect way to start your Thanksgiving week!

Nightmares on Wax Clash Magazine Mix Free Download HERE

N.O.W. Clash Magazine Mix Tracklist:

1. Willie Lindo - Midnight
2. Joao Donato - Me Deixa
3. Nana Vasconcelos - You Don't Want To Know (Tu Nem Quer Saber)
4. Guts - Didn't I
5. Nightmares On Wax - No Fuss
6. Sa-Ra - Hollywood
7. Roy Ayers - We Live In Brooklyn (Sasso Re-Edit)
8. Cadik - Viva la All Soundz
9. The Aggrovators - Small Axe Dub
10. Robert Glasper Experiment - Black Radio ft. Yasiin Bey (Pete Rock Remix)
11. Tall Black Boy - The Dark Streets
12. Tranquility Bass - Cantamilla
13. Nickodemus - Baila Tu Manera (Whiskey Barons Remix)

Special Thanks: Nightmares on Wax, Clash Magazine, Music Mondays and Thanksgiving Week

Music Mondays: Machinedrum Makes His BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix Debut Available as Free Download

Love hip-hop? Drum & bass? House music? We thought so. Now mix them all up and you've got one helluva new Essential Mix courtesy of Upperhands' favorite, Machinedrum! This one has been on repeat for the last 2 days and shows no gins of leaving our stereo any time soon.

Listen & Download Machinedrum's debut Essential Mix session by clicking the Soundcloud link:



Special Thanks: Machinedrum, BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix series for always being on point, Bob Marley and Bonobo's new "Late Night Tales" mix

Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton: Stones Throw Records Releases New Documentary and Download Exclusive Mix From KCRW DJ Anthony Valadez

We were thrilled when the seminal Los Angeles hip hop label, Stones Throw Records, started a Kickstarter campaign to help fund their first documentary and now, "Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton" will finally see the light of day with some select screenings at places like Cinefamily in Los Angeles.

To celebrate, KCRW DJ, Anthony Valadez, has lovingly put together an exclusive Stones Throw inspired mix for you to download and don't miss screening "Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton" when it comes to your town or on Blu-Ray/DVD soon!

Playlist | Stonesthrow X Vala

Vex Ruffin - Secret Weapon
Peanut Butter Wolf and Planet Asia - I Your Area
Jonwayne - Gumbo Baby
Homeboy Sandman - Not Really
Stark Reality - Comrades and Dreams (PB Wolf Mix)
Charizma and PB Wolf - My World Premier (12' Version)
J Rocc - Stay Fresh
The Lions - Picture On The Wall (Feat. Leroy Sibbies)
Quasimoto - Low Class Conspiracy
Myron & E - If I Gave You My Love
J Dilla - Light Works
Koushik - Be With
Karriem Riggins - Tom Toms
Anika - Yang Yang
Madlib - Disco Dance
Dam-Funk & Steve Arrington - Crazy In Here
Jonti - Flesh Of Morning
James Pants - We're Through
The Stepkids - Sweet Salvation
Breakestra - Cramp Your Style
Mayer Hawthorne - Green Eyed Love (Classixx Remix)
Gary Wilson - She Makes Me Think Of Endicott
Aloe Blacc - Arrive
Guilty Simpson - Run (Feat. Sean P and Black Milk)
MED - Classic (Feat. Talib Kweli)
Madvillain - America's Most Blunted

Special Thanks: Stones Throw Records for continuing to put out some of the most progressive hip-hop music on the planet, Peanut Butter Wolf for making it happen, KCRW, Kickstater and all those fellow fans who keep supporting underground music!

Album of the Week: Hot Natured Deliver on Anticipated Debut Album "Different Sides of the Sun"

At long last the eagerly awaited debut album from house music supergroup, Hot Natured, has been released and "Different Sides of the Sun" absolutely does not disappoint. Featuring plenty of deep, sexy house music grooves that have been lovingly sun-kissed with that current late-90's throwback vibe, this is the perfect end-of-summer album. Pair it with the recently released, AnjunaDeep 05 compilation from James Grant and Jody Wisternoff for a proper party.

While this album sampler doesn't do "Different Sides of the Sun" enough justice, you can get the basic flavor of what Hot Natured are offering on their debut album on Hot Creations label:



Oh and here's their huge hit, "Benediction" which is but one of many standout songs on the album:

Special Thanks: Hot Natured for making this album, Hot Creations for putting it out (along with a slew of other standout house jams), New Mexico, family and new adventures

Music Mondays: Watch Los Angeles Hip-Hop Producer Exile Live MPC Remix of Daft Punk's "Doing It Right" Plus Get a Free Download

Starting the first week of July on that Daft Punk tip....today's free download find comes from one of our favorite underground producers in the hip-hop game, Exile. While we could do without the needless MC Choosey over the early part of the track....once he steps off and allows Exile room to work his MPC magic, this remix really takes off.

Watch Exile unleash MPC mayhem on Daft Punk's "Doing It Right":



Then Grab that Free Download:



Special Thanks: Exile, Daft Punk, FACT Magazine and to all those that are "Doing it Right"

Summer Style: The Beastie Boys Team With Nixon on New Watches Where Proceeds Benefit Adam Yauch Park in NYC

We at Upperhands have always been fond of some slick time pieces and the music of the Beastie Boys.  So when we saw this new line from Nixon featuring MCA, Ad-Rock and Mike D, we definitely nerded out. Not only are they super cool and limited edition, but it's nice knowing that by purchasing one of these beauties, all the proceeds are going to support NYC parks, specifically one that was named in honor of the late, Adam Yauch.

Donations are $75 and just look at what you get in addition to helping support NYC parks:

Special Thanks: The Beastie Boys, Nixon, NYC, Brooklyn, Adam Yauch RIP, The Dub Club, Hollie Cook, Prince Fatty and homemade pizza

theLIFT: Legendary DJ Gilles Peterson Makes His Long Awaited Return to Los Angeles and Drops Free Download on KCRW

Memorial Day weekend 2013 is almost here and Los Angeles is buzzing about the return of the iconic BBC Radio DJ and legendary musical tastemaker, Gilles Peterson. He'll be playing KCRW DJ, Jeremy Sole's monthly undergound party, theLIFT on Saturday, May 25th and to further build the anticipation he just dropped an absolutely delicious 30-minute mix featuring all sorts of rare grooves on KCRW. This is the perfect soundtrack to kick off your weekend and further demonstrates that Mr. Peterson is simply one of the best musical selectors on the planet.

Download Gilles Peterson's KCRW Mix HERE

Special Thanks: Gilles Peterson for introducing my ears to so many essential sounds over the years, Jeremy Sole, theLIFT, KCRW and good music that knows no genre

Music Mondays: Los Angeles Producers Poolside Make 'Seasons Change' SoundCloud Mix Available as Free Download

One of our favorite finds this summer was the Los Angeles production duo, Poolside. The band's sublime debut album, "Pacific Standard Time" was an essential soundtrack to summer. Now the duo have compiled the quintessential mix for the changing seasons, which they've lovingly made available to download via their SoundCloud page.

Featuring a slew of slow burning house music grooves that will seep into your subconscious, this hour long mix is definitely one you're going to want to jump on. Take a listen for yourself and then be sure to show them some love with a download...trust us, you'll be glad you did.

Special Thanks: 2 pt fantasy football wins, Lana Del Rey remixed by Photek, Skyfall sessions, SF Giants resigning Jeremy Affeldt, KDAY classics, cool art openings and winter in LA.

Free Download: Photek Makes His 2012 Essential Mix on BBC Radio 1 Available Via SoundCloud

Wow, as we get ever closer to Photek's new album, "KU:Palm" dropping later this month...the talented producer stepped up to the plate to deliver his second BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix and it's a real gem! Featuring all sorts of different bass music sounds and some exclusive Photek productions from the new album...this is not to be missed!

You can download Photek's Essential Mix HERE

Special Thanks: SF Giants tying their NLCS series against the St. Louis Cardinals in thrilling fashion, the new Robert Glasper Experiment Black Radio Remix EP, Jazzanova live, UNKLE, DJ Shortkut reggae mixes and delicious veggie burritos

All in for the 99%

Hold up! A very special live art event has just been announced and it's coming to Los Angeles! With innovative minds like Russell Simmons and Shepard Fairey involved, this is the spot you wanna be at on March 31, 2012.

ALL IN FOR THE 99%

Rebuild the Dream, MoveOn.org Civic Action,

Russell Simmons, Occupy the Dream and SEIU Present

ALL IN FOR THE 99%

Saturday, March 31, 2012

10:30AM – 6:00 PM

400 S. La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036

THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Now Peep the Message:

Artists, musicians, writers and activists unite to amplify the voices of the 99%, demanding and end to Citizens United and calling for real campaign finance reform. The ALL IN FOR THE 99% gallery will be open to the public with music, readings and visual art from over 80 of the nation’s most celebrated artists including Robbie Conal, Kimberly Brooks, Chris Johanson, Cheryl Dunn, Sage Vaughn, Glen E. Friedman, Shepard Fairey, Skullphone, Kenzo Digital, Megan Whitmarsh, Retna, Daena Title, Kelsey Brookes, Deedee Cheriel, Maya Hayuk, Mel Kadel, Ashley Macomber, Deanna Templeton, Estevan Oriol, Neck Face, Ione Skye, Curtis Kulig, Jill Greenberg and Cleon Peterson.