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Change of direction (meaning site)

Well, this is the un-triumphant, fanfareless end to the blogspot. Who knows, maybe I'll be back, but I cant even answer that question. BUT WAIT! There is some good news! The new site is www.djhaylow.com, and you can check out my newest blog there.


Thank you all for the support, and I hope my efforts for maintaining this blog were used effectively, as well as appreciated.




All good things must...so I won't say it.
Peace.

2010 is the year

As my blog limps into its second year of activity (longer than most, not nearly as long as others) I first want to say 'Your Welcome' for all the people who have appreciated my efforts, 'Thanks' to all the people for listening to me, and 'We are grateful' for all the people who have helped contribute; living and deceased, musicians and non-musicians. As years go by, it is becoming ever harder to narrate my feelings and opinions in the form of a blog. It is hard to stay current, find motivation, remain relative, while typing, uploading, linking, etc. It's a lot of effort! All the TRUE bloggers know just what I'm talkin about.

I still want to keep it going. I've flirted with the idea of making it private, and different themes to make the posts all make sense, and I have some ideas. I will keep all posted in my progress, and when the blog is truly back, you'll know. I will let it be known. until then...

Hold Tight!

Alchemist on Distortion 2 Static

Javad Jahi, Rest in Power

Javad Tshombe Martinez Jahi, a consummate warrior spirit and eloquent orator, has taken his place amongst the ancestors and The Most High. His dedication to family, friends and community is evident in all he does. A scholar, activist, youth advocate, supporter of human causes, lover of the arts and avid sportsmen, Javad has made the transition and accepted his new assignment and promotion with The Most High as of November 28th, 2009.
Words cannot adequately describe the spiritual essence, compassion and commitment exuded by this rare, yet down-to-earth, brother who will continue to be celebrated until time indefinite by all whom he has touched.
His thirty-two years are chock-full of accomplishments too numerous to list in the context of this brief message. The legacy of this phenomenal brother is one infused with abundant activity and overwhelming love by his family, co-workers and the vast number of brothers, sisters, students and elders that are included amongst his loved-ones and vast network…

All who know Javad recognize the love of life that he conveys to all in his path…

This is an excerpt from the poem “Back and Forth” from Mood Swings, a collection of poetry by Javad Jahi.

“Black, brown, mahogany, chocolate, dark ebony tones

Leading me to a pathway home

Victorious visions in the mind continue to roam

I hope your souls I have not over flown

My wings will not truly soar, unless accompanied by the flock

Different minds staying solid like rocks

From this birds eye view shows the opposite of few

Grasping truth’s wetness in my clutches

Off this I pray

But it slid away like night taking day”

Surely we will miss Javad, moreover know that his loving, caring spirit reigns free and strong. Rest assured that his family, friends and community shall continue the legacy of this mighty and magnanimous giant of a spirit…

With loving memories…

Javad’s Family…


pictured left to right: Jase, Javad Jahi, and Michael.

DJ Haylow LIVE at Mighty in San Francisco

Photos from Roc Raida Tribute (NYC)

I always feel that historic events need to be documented, and the Roc Raida tribute in New York last week was definitely one of those events. I wish I was there to show my support to someone who was an influence to me in my early years of DJing, and although is untimely death was a tragic blow to the DJ community around the world, it is really refreshing to know how many people loved and appreciated his contributions. One of the purposes of life is to contribute to mankind, and teach & influence others. To say that Roc accomplished that is an understatement.

I want to give a HUGE shout out to one of my good friends Miguel aka Mr. E for sharing these visual images with the world, and his documentation will help preserve Roc's legacy.

Rest in peace.


Mr. E's Roc Raida Facebook Photo Album

DJ Craze tribute to Roc Raida in NYC (Video)

Jazzy Jeff - He's the King, I'm the DJ

Here is a mix from the Great Jazzy Jeff
to honor the Greatest, Micheal Jackson

I'm the Blog, here's the mixtape.

Love Movement 2.5 (Live from Eve Lounge, San Francisco)

At this past event, Return of Love Movement at Eve Lounge, I recorded all of the DJ sets for that evening, and my set is being branded as Love Movement 2.5, in anticipation for a POSSIBLE Love Movement 3 (but not likely, still possible though.) Shout out to all the people who came out to support, and much love to the D2S fam. For one night, the Love Movement was Back! and here you can relive it, or listen to it for the first time.

Love Movement 2.5 (Live from Eve Lounge, San Francisco)

The Making of Love Movement Mixtapes from My POV

This weekend in San Francisco, we (D2S) are bringing back one of our most successful and acclaimed events, "Love Movement". Love Movement was not our first event, but it's significance comes from the family and friends who supported us every month, and to my ability to produce these classic mixtapes. I had some of my best DJ sets there, and those nights will never be forgotten. Since we're bringing back, I thought this would be a good time to give some history on the making of the Love Movement series, and to post the download links.



Love Movement 1

My first computer that I've ever solely owned was my iMac in 2005. I barely knew anything about what it could do, or even why I bought it, but I knew I could make mixes with it. The idea came from the D2S crew (or maybe myself, I forget) that I should do a promotional mix that reflects the mood and overall vibe of the monthly event. I didn't know the first thing about how to record it, I just knew you could record in Garage Band. I was making a habit of digitizing my vinyl through Garage Band at that time, so I figured I could take it a step further and make a mix out of it. So, that exactly what I did. I fumbled through it, and I made an excellent product, considering I was learning the program on the fly.

We had a few copies with labels that Aries had printed at his work, and myself, along with the D2S crew, passed em out to people at other events like they were flyers. Instead of the mix being Multi-tracked, it was broken up into 3 long tracks. That was the best I could do at the time. The 3 tracks were labeled as such:

"Track 1: Big Up to ALL BAY AREA DEEJAYS who put it down! Music is the GREATEST GIFT OF ALL!
Track 2: What ever you're doin to this mixtape, do it to the best of your ability! Music is the GREATEST GIFT OF ALL!!!
Track 3: Y'all know how to get at me, haylow@blablabla or call me at 415-***-**** for feedback. Music is EVERYTHING to EVERYONE!!! PEACE & LOVE"

I don't know if anyone actually read or noticed that, so that's why I'm putting it out there.
So after the CDs were in a good circulation, I received an immense amount of positive feedback and compliments. That was my inspiration.



Love Movement 2: Love from the Soul

When recording this mixtape, I was much more comfortable using Garage Band for making my mixes, and I had 2 under my belt already (James Yancey Productions and Love Movement Vol. 1). This was my first mix using Scratch Live/Serato, so that was a significant mark for me. There isn't much of a story behind Vol. 2, but I can say that I wanted to do my absolute best, and that's exactly what I did. I put my best foot forward, and the result was one of my all time favorite mixes. That is the main reason why there never was a Vol 3. I felt I could not give the tremendous amount of effort that was put into Vol 2. I didn't want it to be anything less. I had ideas, I had thoughts, even playlists, but it has yet to materialize.

But, I assure you, it will.

Here is the message I attached with the Love Movement 2 CD:

"This mixtape was created due to the overwhelming amount of positive feedback recieved from the first Love Movement mixtape. I appreciate each and every comment, and to show that appreciation, It forces me to put my HEART and SOUL in to each project. WE DO IT ALL FOR THE LOVE Y'ALL, YEAH!"

The Love Movement Vol 1 was released into stores this year, and for years it was only Volume 2 for sale. I created the artwork for Vol 1 (there never was an official Cover). Aries did the artwork for Vol 2.





A Tribe Called Quest - The Love
Soulive Feat. Kweli - Bridge to Bama (Remix)
Black Thought / Little Brother - Listen to Speed (HaYLoW's Mash Up)
Raphael Saadiq Feat. Teedra Moses - I Want You Back
Kev Brown - Always
Encore Feat. Lady Bug Mecca - Real Talk
Madvillian Feat. Stacey Epps - Eyes
Little Brother - Home
Mos Def / Bobby Valentino - Slow Down Ms. Fat Booty (HaYLoW's Mash Up)
Me & Those Dreamin Eyes - D'Angelo (Jay Dee Remix)
702 Feat. Pharrell - I Still Love You
K-OS - Heaven Only Knows (Remix)
Dwele Feat. Kanye West & Consequense - Hold On (Remix)
P.H.E.A.R. - Amount to Something
Asheru Feat. Kweli - Mood Swing
Mos Def & Ronnie Jordan - Brighter Day
Nas Feat. Quon / 112 - You Already Know a Moment (HaYLoW'a Mash Up)
Alicia Keys - How Come You Don't Call (Neptunes Remix)
Akon - Senegal
Teena Marie - Still In Love
Camp Lo - Gotcha
A Tribe Called Quest - 4 Moms

Love Movement Vol. 1

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1. John, Duke, and Nina Give Their Interpretation of Love
2. Get ta Steppin - Common & Vinia Mojica
3. Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth - Searchin'
4. Common - Love Is....
5. The Roots - Hypontic
6. Marvin's Interpretation of Love
7. Slum Village - Call Me
8. Q-Tip - For the Nasty (Fakta Remix)
9. Self Scientific - Love Bird
10. Little Brother - Get Whatever Away (HaYLoW Mash Up)
11.Platinum Pied Pipers Feat. Tiombe Lockhart - I Got You
12.Count Bass-D Feat. Dionne Ferris - Seven Years
13. Bobby's Interpretation of Love
14. The Roots - Silent Treatment (Kelo's Remix)
15. Devin Feat. Erica Marion - Too Cute
16. Saukrates - Kalifornia
17. Jacore Baptiste Feat. PSD - Rollercoaster Love
18. Aceyalone - I Never Knew
19. Pete Rock Feat. Vinia Mojica - Mind Blowin'
20. Black Star - Brown Skin Lady
21. Leon's Interpretation of Love
22. Teedra Moses - Caught Up
23. J. Rawls Feat. Middle Child - What If
24. Vinia Mojica - Guilt Junkie
25. John's and Duke's Last Thoughts

Love Movement Vol. 2: Love from the Soul
Password: djhaylow


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Some facts about the Love Movement Mixtapes:

-Prince Aries did the cover for the CD

-Love Movement 2 was completed in 5 days

-Love Movement 2 was in retail stores in LA, San Diego, and the Bay

-Track 1 on the Love Movement 2 Cover is incorrect. It says 'Common and Vinia Mojica, when it's Mos Def and Vinia Mojica

-There are many songs that ARE NOT Love songs on Love Movement vol. 1 LOL

-I used all vinyl for Love Movement Vol. 1

-Love Movement Vol. 1 was released in stores this year, but I recorded it in 2005

-There are 8 Non Hip Hop songs on Love Movement 2, but 3 are non Hip Hop songs by Hip Hop artists/groups

-Only 1 of the songs on Love Movement 2 is not a love song

-I recorded both Love Movement Vol. 1 & 2 on Garage Band

If you choose to download, Feedback/Comments is definitely appreciated.
Thank you for showing Love and Support.

Return of Love Movement: 10/24 at Eve

Diamond District - Diamond Exchange Mixtape (Mixed by DJ Buddy)

Diamond District . Diamond Exchange Mixtape

Diamond District -Hologram

Diamond District - Hologram

Kambir - Changes (Prod. by Kev Brown)

More goodness from the Low Budget fam. This is probably one of my favorite Kev Brown beats, and Kambir does justice to the beat. I hate saying the word 'underrated' or 'slept on', because it doesn't give the artists credit, but when mentioning the best crews in the game right now, Low Budget may not be talked about, but they definitely should be.

Vocal     Instrumental

Oddisee - Hip Hop is Cool Again

This one is from his Mental Liberation joint...

Hip Hop is Cool Again

Oddisee - Foot in the Door (Mixtape) Mixed by Jazzy Jeff

Here's an oldie but goodie,
a MUST HAVE for anyone who
hasn't heard any authentic Hip Hop recently.



Foot In The Door

Oddisee - Odd Autumn

One of my favorite emcees is back at it, and this cat never misses.
More heat from Oddisee to start your week off in the right direction.



OddAutumn

Happy 99th Birthday, John Wooden

This bears repeating each year because this man is one of Basketball's greatest ambassadors, but today we honor the legend John Wooden. The game seems to evolve each generation, with bigger players, flashier moves, and more financial obligations and contractual commitments, but John Wooden will always remain a huge influence on the game of Basketball, and more importantly, the game of Life. It is hard to note all of his achievements, and his philosophies, and the players in which he schooled in every sense of the word, but his grace and knowledge will always be remembered by current players, coaches, fans, and every contributer to basketball on all levels.

Quotes

A coach is someone who can give correction without causing resentment.
John Wooden

Ability is a poor man's wealth.
John Wooden

Adversity is the state in which man mostly easily becomes acquainted with himself, being especially free of admirers then.
John Wooden

Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.
John Wooden

Be prepared and be honest.
John Wooden

Consider the rights of others before your own feelings, and the feelings of others before your own rights.
John Wooden

Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.
John Wooden

Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.
John Wooden

Don't measure yourself by what you have accomplished, but by what you should have accomplished with your ability.
John Wooden

Failure is not fatal, but failure to change might be.
John Wooden

I'd rather have a lot of talent and a little experience than a lot of experience and a little talent.
John Wooden

If you don't have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?
John Wooden

If you're not making mistakes, then you're not doing anything. I'm positive that a doer makes mistakes.
John Wooden

It isn't what you do, but how you do it.
John Wooden

It's not so important who starts the game but who finishes it.
John Wooden

It's the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen.
John Wooden

It's what you learn after you know it all that counts.
John Wooden

Material possessions, winning scores, and great reputations are meaningless in the eyes of the Lord, because He knows what we really are and that is all that matters.
John Wooden

Never mistake activity for achievement.
John Wooden

Success comes from knowing that you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming.
John Wooden

Success is never final, failure is never fatal. It's courage that counts.
John Wooden

Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming.
John Wooden

Talent is God given. Be humble. Fame is man-given. Be grateful. Conceit is self-given. Be careful.
John Wooden

The main ingredient of stardom is the rest of the team.
John Wooden

The worst thing about new books is that they keep us from reading the old ones.
John Wooden

There are many things that are essential to arriving at true peace of mind, and one of the most important is faith, which cannot be acquired without prayer.
John Wooden

Things turn out best for the people who make the best of the way things turn out.
John Wooden

What you are as a person is far more important that what you are as a basketball player.
John Wooden

Winning takes talent, to repeat takes character.
John Wooden

You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one.
John Wooden

You can't live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.
John Wooden