Film, Fashion, Art, Music & Media: July (Ended)
Thu, Jul 27th, 2023
11pm to 3am
Free with RSVP
We are at capacity. Sign up & will let you know if spots open up!
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📍 57 Grand St., Apt 1B, Brooklyn
🗓 Thursday July 27th, 2023
🕰 7pm - 11pm (Fireside chat @ 8:30p sharp)
🎟 Free with RSVP
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Friends, join us Thursday July 27th for the next FAM—a salon for artists & creators in film, fashion, art, music, and media.
This month we’re featuring Richie Weeks, a NYC-based dance music producer whose work in the “post-disco” early 80s set the table for the emergence of house and hip hop. His successful copyright fight along with Past Due label boss Jerome Derradji against the major German label which owned his catalog prompted filmmaker Celia Aniskovich to create a new documentary exposing the large music industry conglomerates systemically ripping off pioneering producers like Richie for decades. DJ and Manjumasi label head Atish is the film's composer and executive producer, alongside executive producer Raekwon from the Wutang Clan. Read more about the film in a recent Variety article here.
We'll have the fireside chat at 8:30pm with musical guest Miette Hope to follow, and a bevy of beverages for your enjoyment.
Hosted at 57, our loft & recording studio in Williamsburg, FAM aims to bring together friends in the creative industries for an intimate evening of conversation, connection, and community. Hope to see you there.
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🗣️ Featuring a fireside chat with Richie Weeks, Celia Aniskovich, & Atish.
🎸 After the talk, we'll have musical guest Miette.
🤝 At 57, we're building a community of creators. Tell us about what you're working on and the types of people it would be helpful to connect with and we'll try to connect you with other folks we think you should meet.
🏡 Hosted at our beautiful loft in Williamsburg, 57.
🍹 Non-alcoholic beverages in addition to the usual refreshments.
Please RSVP early as space is limited. As always, feel free to share with like-minded creative friends!
Text "FAM" to +1 (917) 634-4915 for future invites.
About Richie Weeks:
Richie Weeks is a prolific musician and produced seminal releases on Salsoul Records, the most important label of the post-disco period. He scored a top-10 dance hit in 1981 with the track “Rock Your World”. His music has beens sampled by top electronic musicians like LTJ Bukem.
About Celia Aniskovich:
Celia Aniskovich, a New York-based director and producer, initiated her career at NBC and has since worked on numerous internationally broadcasted projects. She co-produced "How to Fix a Drug Scandal," and field produced "Fear City: New York vs the Mafia," both gaining top spots on Netflix shortly after release. In 2021, she released her acclaimed podcast "Spy Affair" and wrote, directed, and produced a feature documentary about Woodstock 99 that premiered at the BFI London Film Festival. Her filmography also includes award-nominated works like "Fruitcake Fraud" and a film for HBO Max, "Call Me Miss Cleo."
About Atish:
Atish is a charismatic DJ known for delivering intimate and elegant performances across genres like deep house, Romanian minimal, and artful techno. His tracks, released on labels like Anjunadeep, Satya, and Stil Vor Talent, as well as his own co-founded Manjumasi Music label, mirror his eclectic sets. Originally a software engineer and obsessive music collector, Atish's dedication led him to a successful DJ career, taking audiences on unexpected musical journeys. He stands out in the industry for his connection with the crowd, striving to create experiences that extend beyond just dancing.
About Miette Hope:
Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter and producer Miette Hope draws inspiration from artists like Caroline Polachek and Maggie Rogers. Her single "Happy People," the first from her self-produced EP 'Salt,' explores societal pressures for constant positivity and was released via UnitedMasters. With her songs featuring in TV shows such as 'Too Hot to Handle' and 'The Chi,' Miette has gained recognition from publications like EarMilk, MTV, and Popdust. She has also secured placements on several Spotify editorial playlists, including 'Fresh Finds' and 'Indie Shuffle.'