Although I frequently perform a decent amount of shows, it has been quite some time since I have taken the lead on organizing one. Technically I threw one in 2018 for my Record Release Party, and was asked to lead organizing one of Alais Clay's shows on her Constellations Tour, but the last bigger event I threw was Family Reunion Festival back on the east coast of the U.S. in Virginia (bands, Djs... we had it all there).

This year I have been feeling the energetic push to throw another slammer again. This came about by realizing there are certain spots in DJs sets engaging in specific subgenres of EDM that melds with the Hip Hop realm in a manor that is suitable for Emcee vocals to go on... so I decided I wanted to throw a show combining some the best of Portland's REAL underground Hip Hop & EDM. This began with an attempt to interface with the Tabor Dance organizers for a summer solstice show, which did not end up aligning. Instead we crafted a new song with 6 emcees from our Kin of Merlin Krew and published it in 24 hours on the Solstice... and called it "Soulstice").

After experiencing consistent appreciation from the Rainbow City venue and it's community, I ended up landing there for a November show instead... where I aim to turn Rainbow City into "Rainbow Rainforest"... come see for yourself.

Event Art Crafted by: @ELAmental

...and yes the event name and design is inspired by the 90's Kid's gameshow haha. The talking head in the forefront of the design is known as "Olmec" in the show, which is actually based on real stone carvings known commonly as "Olmec heads", which are 'a distinctive feature of the Olmec civilization of ancient Mesoamerica' (source).

My hope is that Legends will turn into a bi-yearly show series, and interface the DJ-Emcee collab idea more on the next installment. Below is the official event description & promo I wrote. Be on the lookout for the individual artist promo Bio and stylized photo designs I am releasing day by day as the event draws near. I am also open for contracting to write artist bios if anyone needs a professional third party writer with education, insight, and skill... remember, one of the things ELA stands for in ELAmental is: "English Language Arts".

Legends of the Hidden Temple

"WHERE EDM MEETS HIP HOP IN THE JUNGLE!!"

Event Flier Designed by: @ELAmental

Event Description:

"On Nov. 16th a convergence of communities and genres will coalesce in the essence of the METHOD! Blessin' the best with our collective breaths, beats, bars, & wubz... the sacred souls we summon forth with much Love! We invite you to join us on this journey of enchantment as we transform Rainbow City into Rainbow Rainforest! Come experience some of the best REAL EDM AND REAL HIP HOP Cascadia has to offer all in one night!"

Music Performers:

DJ Zone, Golden Goddess, Samoureye, Kin of Merlin, Micotropics (Rhymewave x Adam Cedar), Sanka, ELAmental, Dan O, Jasper Jade, Odd Goggie, Cavemanbones, & more TBA.

(DID YOU SEE THE LINEUP!?.. and that's just the audio folks).

Hip Hop originated from Emcees spitting bars over DJs beats - we seek to reignite that initiation in future-retro form, optimized for the times... We will also soon be announcing a whole slew of other features added to this event on top of the music - stay tuned, into the right frequencies.