A celebration of L.A.’s contributions to the global art form of dance music—specially-curated with DJs, themes and experiences unique to the house music genre and cultural community — Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Sunday Sessions is simply the best way to enjoy the park, sip cocktails, picnic and dance your heart out.

Join us for the

First Session of the SUMMER

Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Sunday Sessions is joined by AfroPunk – organization that celebrates Black culture and diversity through music, art, and community.

GLORIA MOLINA GRAND PARK’S SUNDAY SESSIONS: AFROPUNK SPACES LA

JULY 23RD – FREE – ALL AGES

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SAMARIA

Samaria’s music doubles as a safe space and a healing tool, soundtracked by a blend of R&B, soul with subtle nods to her love for ‘00s pop. Her raw authenticity can be partly attributed to her upbringing in California’s historically artistic Bay Area – specifically Oakland and Berkeley. She was surrounded by music growing up, as her mother was a singer and her father belonged to a local rap group. But when she wasn’t performing ‘90s classics like Deborah Cox’s “Nobody’s Supposed To Be Here” at her mother’s Kingdom Hall, Samaria was on her skateboard skating to visionaries like Justin Timberlake, Paramore, Aaliyah, Destiny’s Child and Lauryn Hill or blasting hits like “Cry Me A River” and “One In A Million” in her late grandmother’s car.

SEAFOOD SAM

Seafood Sam compliments beats with a conversational delivery. Lyrically he is flexible, often casually rapping about basketball, experience, and fashion, all while comically dissing his contemporaries. “Acting hard, knowing you soft, you the dude in the crew who run errands for the boss,” he smoothly says on “Ramsey.” His braggadocios style and imaginative ear for beats showcase a daringness that is increasingly rare in rappers today. Seafood Sam continues to find comfort in his individuality and is a gem worth checking out.

YOUR GRANDPARENTS

Your Grandparents make music that reaches to the nostalgia of previous decades. The Los Angeles born and raised trio, composed of producer ghettoblasterman and vocalists DaCosta and Jean Carter, isn’t cemented to just one genre, either.  The friends founded Your Grandparents, using the moniker as a nod to the elders who introduced them to classic artists and inspired their musical tastes. Today, Your Grandparents release music that nods to funk, soul, hip-hop, rock, blues and other genres with an emphasis on introspection. “All Dem Times”, the group’s sophmore full-length LP, will be released 2023.

KING ISIS

Born and raised in the cultural hub of Oakland, CA, King Isis shifts shapes and fuses sounds ranging from rock and R&B to jazz and blues, sweeping through pain, growth, and transformation.  Music has been in King Isis’ blood for generations. They were taught on the piano of their great-great-grandmother Omega King, one of the first Black opera singers in Chicago. Stifled by years of stringent classic training, they began to explore a more improvisational and experimental approach.

V.C.R

V.C.R, born Veronica Camille Ratliff, is a world-class multidisciplinary singer/songwriter, composer, violinist, and published author. The Memphis-bred recording artist blends cathartic lyrics combined with her powerhouse vocals that entrances the listener and leaves them breathless. As a storyteller, this transcendental soul-singer uses amalgamations of her rich southern gospel roots and classical orchestral training to produce songs rooted in vulnerability and truth. Look out for her debut LP “The Chronicles of a Caterpillar vol. 1: The Egg” with fellow distinguished musicians. She will also be performing fan favorites Blue, Divinity, and so much more. She plans to honor her southern roots and add flavor to the stage.

WAVEIQ

WaveIQ is an LA-based DJ, artist, and producer from Woodbridge, Virginia. Q is Duckwrth’s closest collaborator, working across his last two EP’s SG8 & Chrome Bull.
Q has recently produced songs for Larry June, ¿Teo?, Princess Nokia, Jazz Cartier, and executive produced Angel Haze’s album “Girl With The Gun”. Q’s first big break happened in 2017 when he found himself at Jaden Smith’s house playing beats. This led to him producing “Fallen” on his Debut Album “Syre” and later opening for Smith on The Vision Tour. Following this success Q produced, toplined, and featured on multiple tracks on Goldlink’s album “Diaspora”. On top of being a producer, Q has an exciting artist project that includes the album “Arcadia” as well as a new album on the way.

BLUE THE GREAT

Bryan Blue is a self-taught artist raised in Dallas, TX and now residing in Los Angeles. His consistency and versatility have made him a fixture in the art and creative communities of Los Angeles and beyond. His work draws inspiration from graffiti, cartoons, and music, bringing his audience into a colorful world where anything is possible.

STARRZA

Meet Starrza! a dj / producer / performer her eclectic musical taste & divine story-telling shines effortlessly under the guise of shapeless sounds, merging her roots in house & afro beats while adding a myriad of sensual styles providing the environment of timeless feel goods.  From buying her first pioneer equipment in 2014 to being the traveling vibe connoisseur for each stage she lights up. The undeniable energy that is left in the room is what it’s all about!

LARCE BLAKE

Larce Blake is a talented Music Producer / DJ who has produced a string of successful songs for renowned artists like Kaash Paige, Phabo, Tink, Ann Marie, Tyus, Jess Connelly, Kari Faux, and Dee Gatti, establishing himself as one of Dallas’ next breakout stars. In addition, Larce is a co-founder of Familiar Faces, a rapidly growing party and platform based in Los Angeles, where their monthly events consistently draw an average of close to 1,000 attendees.

ROSE GAWD

RoseGawd a DJ from the San Fernando Valley began her DJ career in Harlem before making her way back home. Rosegawd has consistently and successfully curated events that celebrate and bring music and fashion together.

About AFROPUNK

AfroPunk Spaces is a dynamic initiative that creates inclusive and empowering environments for the AfroPunk community. As an extension of the AfroPunk movement, which celebrates the creativity, talent, and cultural contributions of Black individuals, AfroPunk Spaces aims to provide physical and virtual spaces where people can express themselves freely, connect with like-minded individuals, and explore their identities.

At AfroPunk Spaces, we understand the importance of creating safe and inclusive spaces for marginalized communities to thrive. We believe that these spaces play a vital role in nurturing creativity, fostering dialogue, and promoting social change. By providing platforms for expression and collaboration, we strive to amplify underrepresented voices, challenge societal norms, and celebrate the rich diversity within the AfroPunk community.

Stay tuned as we drop more sessions this week! 🔥

Forward to the next Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Sunday Sessions >>>

> August 20th – Fusicology’s 20th Anniversary

> September 17th – Latin House

See you there? 😎