Join the Hello Stranger team alongside Grand Performances as we celebrate The Soul scene like no other at “Cali Soul Jam”.
Some featured artists taking stage are true friends to the Soul scene and have been doing it right for many years.
You will be serenaded by the voices of Chicano Soul Revue (FEAT. members of Thee Sinseers, The Alton’s, Brown Boys), Kelly Finnigan (Monophonics, Colemine Records), Andre Cruz & Chris Lujan, Joey Quinones, to name a few. Backed by some of the best musicians in the game along with our curated DJs. This will surely be a night to remember.
*We’ve also teamed up with the mutual aid group Pauly’s Project to collect new socks and underwear to help our unhoused brothers and sisters living on the streets of LA County. See more details below!
Artists:
CHICANO SOUL REVUE (FEAT. MEMBERS OF THEE SINSEERS, THE ALTON’S, BROWN BOYS)
KELLY FINNIGAN (Monophonics, Colemine Records)
CRUZ & LUJAN (Industry Music Group)
JOEY QUINONES
With DJ’s :
HELLA BREEZY (Chulita Vinyl Club)
ERVIN ARANA (Motown on Mondays)
DJ PHATRICK (Motown on Mondays)
DEMETRIUS MAY (Deep Shadows)
SJ SLOEPOKE (Motown on Mondays)
MRROBFREE (Blvd Soul Club)
LOCATION, PARKING & FAQ Click here
Join us Saturday, June 29th at Grand Performances located amid the beautiful D.T.L.A. Skyline and Get ready to be brought back to an era where dancing Cheek to Cheek was not only the norm but helped create a level of connection when getting lost in the music.
Our curated DJs will take you on a journey of their personal Soul favorites and the music we cruise to. If you have never seen his live show then you are in for a treat! The show is Free! all Ages! And did we mention Free!!!
Pauly’s Project Sock & Underwear Donation Drive
Want to give back to the community? We've teamed up with the mutual aid nonprofit Pauly's Project to give you an opportunity to do just that! Pauly's Project has been dedicated to helping our marginalized and unhoused communities throughout LA County for the past 12 years.
Bring a pack (3 pairs or more) of new adult socks or underwear to donate to Pauly's Project and you'll get to enjoy the VIP treatment: free cocktails & Angel City Brewery beer, snacks, and access to our exclusive VIP viewing deck up above the bands.
Donors will also enjoy free validated parking at 351 S Olive Street (just take the parking stub from the machine instead or paying the attendant upfront and our staff will validate you upon showing proof of donation to Pauly’s Project).
*Previously owned socks are welcome too, as long as they're clean and in good condition. We also take online donations via PayPal and Venmo. Visit the Pauly's Project booth at our show for more info on how you can get involved.
Chicano Soul Revue
The Chicano Soul Revue brings together talented members of The Sinseers, The Altons, and The Brown Boys. Our all-star lineup is set to captivate you with soulful melodies that resonate deep within. Experience the rich tapestry of Chicano music as we celebrate its timeless allure. From heartfelt ballads to energetic rhythms, immerse yourself in a night of musical storytelling that transcends generations. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the soul of our culture. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the sounds that define us. Secure your seats today and be part of The Chicano Soul Revue this Friday.
Kelly Finnigan
Kelly Finnigan, a versatile California-born artist, is renowned as a producer, singer, songwriter, musician, and engineer. As the front man for Monophonics, he brings a hands-on approach to his trademark soul sound, guiding every recording from conception at his studio, Transistor Sound, to the record pressing plant, providing a unique voice in soul music. He combines the essence of golden-era soul and R&B with a timeless quality, crafting honest and authentic records. His partnership with Terry Cole of Colemine Records has been pivotal to his success, and his influence on the current soul movement is unmatched.
ANDRE CRUZ & CHRIS LUJAN
“Bay Area Soul With a Heavy Heart”, Andre Cruz and Chris Lujan are “The Real Thing”! Dishing up their unique recipe of fuzz-heavy, groove-infused, crooning sweet soul and funk that’ll either lay you out with a heavy heart or have you shaking what yo’ mama gave ya!
Releasing "The Real Thing", which many are calling the "Album of the Year" for 2022, having sold out of their first three vinyl 45 releases, and playing sold-out shows at legendary venues alongside the likes of Lee Fields & Thee Sacred Souls, Andre Cruz & Chris Lujan are bringing their own Bay Area fire to the stage.
Backed by The Black Diamond Rhythm Band, Cruz and Lujan bring a unique flavor with their fuzz heavy, grooveinfused California soul. They will touch your heart with crooning, sweet soul and light up the dance floor with explosive funkiness.
The band is the product of the collaboration between vocalist/songwriter Andre Cruz and producer/bandleader Chris Lujan.
Cruz - an energetic, joyful performer with Donny Hathaway meets Stevie Wonder vocal stylings and Lujan - a fixture in the Bay Area soul/funk scene, are backed by the Black Diamond Rhythm Band, which features members of some of the Bay Area's best soul & funk bands.
Look for "The Real Thing" in stores now and be on the lookout for their upcoming LP "Heart Full Of Love" as well as a number of vinyl 45s to come out in the near future.
About Hello Stranger
The Hello Stranger Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) cultural organization working to provide groups and individuals in local Los Angeles communities with skill development rooted in sociocultural relevance.
We seek out those that are the most vulnerable or under-serviced and those that are willing to go out and serve, to then foster a growing cycle of symbiotic evolution.
About Pauly’s Project
Paul Avila’s son, Pauly, born blind and autistic, could only be calmed with the sound of music in his ears. As a young boy, Paul would accompany his mother to Downtown Los Angeles to bring food and clothes to his uncle on skid row. Remembering how good he felt when he gave food and clothing to the less fortunate; it was a feeling of accomplishment. This feeling stayed with Paul as he grew up.
Pauly's Project strives to improve the lives of homeless individuals and families in the outskirts of Downtown Los Angeles by donating food, water, and essential supplies on a monthly basis.
This performance is made possible, in part, by the support of AARP, The Green Foundation, and The Norris Foundation.
