Sat April 25th: Africa Rising

Africa’s rich cultural heritage has produced some of the most flavorful food, rhythmic music, and vibrant art in existence. The continent’s influence on other cultures has been profound; there are very few corners of the world which have not been touched in some way by Africa.

If you’ve dreamed about Africa but haven’t yet visited the motherland, you are invited to sample a spectrum of the best the Diaspora has to offer at “Africa Rising,” a new event combining music, art, and fashion – all with an African theme.

Conceived by Jeremiah Kpoh, President of Maisha Productions, Africa Rising offers music, and art enthusiasts more than just a taste of Africa, presenting a unique cultural experience featuring Dj Jimmy Love (Nonstop Bhangra) , Dj Tom Thump plus DJs Jeremiah (Liberia) spinning Afrobeat, Soukous, and other Diasporan musical goodies. Tickets are only $10.

“There are only a few places in the Bay Area where you can really experience the African Diaspora,” Kpoh explains. “I wanted to create an event which would be not just a dance party, but a full-on experience celebrating the diverse culture of the Motherland,” he adds. Being conscious of these difficult economic times, he says, “I wanted to keep it affordable. The goal is to make the culture of the African Diaspora accessible to people living in the Bay Area.”

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Wed March 18th: His & Her: Line in the Middle

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March 28th: Africa Rising

Last month’s Africa Rising event was a resounding success and featured on San Francisco Examiner, San Francisco Bay Guardian and on TV and Radio. Please join us Saturday, March 28th for another exciting night. Bring your dancing shoes!

ABOUT AFRICA RISING:

Africa’s rich cultural heritage has produced some of the most flavorful food, rhythmic music, and vibrant art in existence. The continent’s influence on other cultures has been profound; there are very few corners of the world which have not been touched in some way by Africa.

If you’ve dreamed about Africa but haven’t yet visited the motherland, you are invited to sample a spectrum of the best the Diaspora has to offer at “Africa Rising,” a new event combining music, art, and fashion – all with an African theme.

Conceived by Jeremiah Kpoh, President of Maisha Productions, Africa Rising offers music, and art enthusiasts more than just a taste of Africa, presenting a unique cultural experience featuring Nigeria and LA’s hottest Afrobeat DJ Nnambi and Afrodicia Soundsytem, Maneesh the Twister (Surya Dub, Dub Mission, Dhamaal) plus DJs Jeremiah (Liberia) spinning Afrobeat, Soukous, and other Diasporan musical goodies. In addition, Fashion designer Tyese Cooper will preview her trunk show collection which will also be available for sale (http://tinyurl.com/df5gqf). Tickets are only $10.

“There are only a few places in the Bay Area where you can really experience the African Diaspora,” Kpoh explains. “I wanted to create an event which would be not just a dance party, but a full-on experience celebrating the diverse culture of the Motherland,” he adds. Being conscious of these difficult economic times, he says, “I wanted to keep it affordable. The goal is to make the culture of the African Diaspora accessible to people living in the Bay Area.”

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Fri March 20th: Brothers Dub Live

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Wed March 4th: Million Dolla Bill

Come join Project One Gallery on Wednesday, March 4th for a night of dancing, debauchery and poppin’ bubbly, hosted by Ruthie Swanson. Four DJ’s playing baby making grooves, a live music performance early on, visuals and champagne specials.  No cover.

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Sat March 14th: Anaphylactic Presents!

SF Weekly reviewed our upcoming event:

“5. Jonas Reinhardt at Project One (Saturday)

It’s fitting that the last couple times I’ve seen local boys Jonas Reinhardt’s name on a flier, it’s been for a show at an art gallery. The band approaches its synth-heavy post rock with an art bent, sounding at times like a live sci-fi soundtrack. On Saturday they play at the newish Project One, which also hosts Portland’s experimental electronic trio Explode Into Colors and tastemaking DJ Tristes Tropiques. Show starts at 9 p.m. and costs $7.”

http://blogs.sfweekly.com/shookdown/2009/03/10_things_under_10_to_do_this.php

http://www.myspace.com/anaphylacticsf

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Sat March 7th: Favela Chic

It’s Carnaval time in Brazil so we decided to create our own favela here in San Francisco and try to warm things up a bit!

Join us for a night of Brazilian music from the past and the present, from the lounges and from the hills, from the north and from the south…

The rule is dance, dance, dance so dress comfortably because things just might end in a BIG Carnaval celebration.

And if you don’t know how to samba, here’s your chance!

Hope to see you all there!

Click here for Evite invitation!

COVER: $10.00

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Light & Heavy / A group show of selves – new works by Francis Simeni & Remy Amezcua

Light & Heavy
an exhibition of new works
by
Francis Simeni and Remy Amezcua

Curated by Joseph Latimore

Project One
opening Wed Feb 25th 7pm
closing Sat March 14th 8pm

Francis Simeni is a Nigerian-born, New York City based fine artist. His work portrays the beauty of Black culture and reflects a poetic optimism. Textured, rich and familiar – Francis’ subjects evoke a quiet yet deep introspection.

Remy Amezcua brings another contribution to his continuing series ” A Group Show of Selves”. And, this chapter in the series revolves around a collection of poems entitled “Taking My History Too Seriously” which combines text written in an original font, intertwined with photographic images, sculture, video and drawings.

Remy offers “it’s part cabinet of curiosity, part scrapbook explosion – the installation will challenge the viewer to question their place in Today’s world”.

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Wed Feb 18th : Closing party for DINO DINCO. 7pm

We bid a fond farewell to Dino Dinco’s beautiful show “She told Dino she’d been thinking about sex”. 

Join us for a fun closing party with DJ Javier Natureboy from 7pm – 12am.

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Fri Feb 13th : Crimson Kisses

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Sat Feb 21st: TURBO!

Project One is proud to present the premier of TURBO!
Live visuals by Erik from Blasthaus and other surprises.
Cover: $5

9pm – 2am

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Sat Feb 28th Africa Rising

Africa Rising Brings the Full Diasporan Cultural Experience to You

Africa’s rich cultural heritage has produced some of the most flavorful food, rhythmic music, and vibrant art in existence. The continent’s influence on other cultures has been profound; there are very few corners of the world which have not been touched in some way by Africa.

If you’ve dreamed about Africa but haven’t yet visited the Motherland, you are invited to sample a spectrum of the best the Diaspora has to offer at “Africa Rising,” a new event combining food, music, art, and fashion – all with an African theme.

Conceived by Jeremiah Kpoh, President of Maisha Productions, Africa Rising offers food, music, and art enthusiasts more than just a taste of Africa, presenting a unique cultural experience. The event features cuisine by Ethiopian chef Eskender Aseged (Radio Africa & Kitchen), live Afro-soul by Nigerian musician Siji, plus DJs Jeremiah (Liberia) and Rich Medina (New York/Philadelphia), spinning Afrobeat, Soukous, and other Diasporan musical goodies. In addition, David Timehin (Icaniam) will be debuting new African-inspired fashion designs, and the world premiere of the video of “Black President,” the Obama-inspired lead single and title track of the upcoming album by Sila and the Afrofunk Experience, will be screened. Tickets are only $20, including food.

“There are only a few places in the Bay Area where you can really experience the African Diaspora,” Kpoh explains. “There are many people who come to Maisha Productions shows who love the music but have never tasted African food. Also, there are many people who love African food but know very little about African music. I wanted to create an event which would be not just a dinner or a dance party, but a full-on experience celebrating the diverse culture of the Motherland,” he adds. Being conscious of these difficult economic times, he says, “I wanted to keep it affordable. The goal is to make the culture of the African Diaspora accessible to people living in the Bay Area.”

What: “Africa Rising,” featuring cuisine by Eskender Aseged, music by Siji, fashion by David Timehin, a video premiere by Sila and the Afrofunk Experience, and DJs Jeremiah and Rich Medina.

When: Saturday, February 28

Where: Project 1, 251 Rhode Island, San Francisco, CA

Time: 9 p.m.

Cost: $20.

For more information, contact Jeremiah Kpoh at 415-377-4879 or visit http://maishaproductions.com/; http://radioafricakitchen.com/about.html;  http://www.sijimusic.com/;  or http://www.richmedina.com/

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Voo La La Soul

Join Project One

for a special Pre-Valentine’s Day event.

San Francisco’s best kept secret DJ & Vocalist Duo DJ voodoochop (Steve Waterhouse) & Astral Soul Songstress NKECHI, will be creating “Voo La La Soul” a hot mix of beats and live vocals ranging from international hip-hop, to dub, to break beat, to soul backed by sassy spoken word & soaring vocals, setting the mood for a sultry and thumping romantic evening out.

The first 26 ladies will receive a special gift and guests who arrive early will recieve drink coupons for later in the evening, so come early! $8 cover, 8pm-12am

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Fri Feb 27: Atlantic Connection

Still doin’ it and Reflect present a night of deep drum and bass vibes. One of the funkiest most souful names in drum and bass today, the almightly ATLANTIC CONNECTION. Fresh off the success of his debut album: “Tomorrow’s not enough”. AC has been getting worldwide aclaim from djs and labels alike.

ATLANTIC CONNECTION with special guest CALCULON

METHOD ONE

LUKEINO

DJ SIK

AX!OM MC

21+ , 10pm – 2am. $5 before 11pm. $8 after.

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Valentines Day:

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