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African American Caribbean Cultural Organization of Essex County
WPHMF
2021 Lineup
Weequahic Park House Music Festival is proud to announce back by popular demand Joe Claussell.
Joe Claussell is of Puerto Rican and French descent. He grew up in Park Slope, Brooklyn,and has seven brothers and three sisters. One of his elder brothers Larry, a Latin rock drummer, got him into the music of Led Zeppelin, Grand Funk Railroad, Black Sabbath, and Jimi Hendrix, among others.
In the late 1980s, Claussell began working at the New York record store Dance Tracks. In 1996, he founded the record label Spiritual Life Music. In that year, Claussell started the party Body & Soul along with Francois Kevorkian and Danny Krivit. In 1999, he released Mix the Vibe, which included productions from Masters at Work, Kerri Chandler, Wamdue Kids, and Dimitri from Paris. In that year, Claussell also released a studio album, Language. In 2008, he released another studio album, Corresponding Echoes
Kischa Link
Dj since 1989, playing all genres. Dj for Syndicated radio show host and Stellar Award Winner Liz Black on Inspirations with Liz Black and Sunday Praise Live on the WBLS Facebook page. Host of The Sunday Night Gospel House Mixshow 9-11 pm EST Sundays.
DJ Rich Williams
Hippie Torrales began DJing at the age of 15. He came into recognition in NJ and NY after opening “Docks” with co-partner Nelson “Butchie” Nieves. After establishing himself as an innovative and creative jock, Hippie was recognized and hired to work at Abe’s Disco, which was the forerunner for Club Zanzibar. On Friday, August 29, 1979, opening night at Club Zanzibar – Hippie became the resident DJ and opening jock for the club.
Hippie Torrales
A very important record in dance music history. Besides being a great tune in it's own right, Dr. Love has gone on to form the backbone of house tracks like 'Your Love' by Terrence Parker, 'Doctors Housecall' by Black Traxx and 'Da Love' by Jammin Gerald just to name a few. I was a huge fan of 'Your Love' by Terrance Parker way before I knew about this track and it was a trip to hear it and understand how the sample had been used. Now I spin the OG more than the songs that sampled it, it really holds up almost 40 years later.
First Choice
One of the most toured Soca artists and breaker of new markets for Soca music. Taking Soca as far as Sri Lanka, China, Japan, Costa Rica, Panama, the UAE to name a few. Over the years, Rupee has amassed a number of Party Monarch and Road March titles not only in Barbados, but also at West Indian Carnivals in the United States and Canada
He has worked with artists such as Shaggy, Sean Paul, Rihanna, Khatera, Alison Hinds, Daddy Yankee, Lil' Kim and more.
Rupee
When thinking about Tony Humphries, you might be minded of his epic stint at KISS FM as one of its greatest Mastermixers; or of his residency at one of the greatest US clubs, The Zanzibar; or, even, the walls that are lined with gold discs, from Indeep to Janet Jackson; or even his legendary eclecticism. Tony is all of those things and more. But then, there’s the Tony of today, restless, questing, searching for new challenges. Which is pretty much how Tony has always been.
Tony Humphries
JusTheDj is a 14 year old dj who started djing throughout the pandemic, he's based in Jersey but does travel! He's known for his amazing song selection and feel for the music at such a young age. JusTheDj enjoys playing on twitch but he can't wait to bring the party to you all!!!
JusTheDj
DJ Millie Milz, hails out of Perth Amboy, NJ. She grew up as a B. Girl and in a musically gifted family. Millie was exposed to all genres from Motown to Salsa since birth. You could say she was Born For THIS! For Millie, it’s not about how she feels about the music. It is about how it moves the spirit & souls of those hearing it.
She has played at the World Music Conference in Miami, Cielo in NYC, Taj in NY & NJ, House Festivals, Newark Library Music Sessions and various Freestyle events. She also continues to rock Wedding’s, Sweet Sixteens and Birthday parties across the US.
DJ Millie Milz Vega
Martin Gee born and raised in Manhattan, NYC, started djing at the age of 13… Played at venues such as Cielo NYC (Funkbox), Coney Island Boardwalk, Central Park Skaters Circle, Newark Public Library, Cricket Club, Taj 973 Lounge, Weequahic Handball Court & Allure Lounge.
Collaborated with Duce Martinez & Dj Spen on the “That shall not be moved remix), with more remixes to come.
Currently can be heard on dwildmusicradio.com every Sunday, 11am to 2pm.
Martin Gee
Roc Anthony began his love of music to DJ at the ripe age of 12. He is a quality DJ as well as a Promoter and his love of Music is getting stronger. He has played in Clubs like Docks, Zanzibar, Paradsio, Faces, Sonny Oliver’s Cabaret, Ebony Manor, and Terrace Ballroom just to name a few.
These events were giving by Mark IV Founder and President Howard Edwards all were Teenage Events
Rock Anthony
Nailah Blackman made her name with her first solo official release, the 2017 hit song Baila Mami. In 2018, Nailah was nominated for the Viewers’ Choice: Best New International Act award at the BET Awards, and was presented with a Cultural Ambassador Award fromthe New York Sentate during New York City’s Labor Day Celebrations.
The multi-talented singer grew up in South Trinidad, where music and love for her culture flowed through her veins. The granddaughter of the legendary Ras Shorty I, creator of Soca music, and the daughter of musician, actress and designer Abbi Blackman, Nailah has always been destined for greatness.
Nailah Blackman
Fabian Gaskin aka Soundtech was born in Guyana, as a young man he was always surrounded with music at a young age he played steelpan and started sound engineering, then moved to the USA in 1989 and wanted to continue his love for music so he started a sound system company in 1995 as Soundtech Intl. In 2005 he decided to start Blaze Radio for the Caribbean community in New Jersey and to this day he is still on blazradiolive and tunein app.
Soundtech
Michael Watford is an American dance music singer, who was born in Virginia and raised in New Jersey.[1] He is best known for his gospel-influenced vocals on house records[2] throughout the 1990s and 2000sFour of his singles charted on the United States Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart in the mid-1990s, including "So into You" which hit number one in 1994.[3] The same track peaked at No. 53 on the UK Singles Chart.[4]
Michael Watford
Eddie Nicholas is an incredible vocalist, stage performer and event promoter. Since his break out hit “You Make Me Carry On” (Strictly Rhythm 1995,) Eddie has appeared and performed all over the world. When he’s not performing, Eddie can be seen co-hosting many music festivals including the Annual Lincoln Park Music Festival and the Annual Weequahic Park House Music festivals.
Eddie Nicholas
Meet Our Co-Hosts
Eddie Nicholas
Carolyn Byrd
DLife
Eddie Nicholas
is an incredible vocalist, stage performer and event promoter. Since his break out hit “You Make Me Carry On” (Strictly Rhythm 1995,) Eddie has appeared and performed all over the world. When he’s not performing, Eddie can be seen co-hosting many music festivals including the Annual Lincoln Park Music Festival and the Annual Weequahic Park House Music festivals.
Carolyn Byrd
DLife
DLife built a stellar career on Urban, Caribbean and Satellite radio – from New York’s Hot 97 to Sirius XM. Since premiering in 2020, Fusion has welcomed Dancehall legend Mr. Vegas, Reggae pioneer Gramps Morgan, Soca superstars Nailah Blackman, Patrice Roberts and Lyrikal. Plus, Reggae legend Warrior King and Afrobeats star and Influencer MzVee, just to name a few.
What time is my artist performing
Anyone who has circulated throughout the NY/NJ underground dance community knows quite well of the contribution, dedication, and love Carolyn Byrd has for nightclub entertainment. A Paterson, NJ native, affectionately known as Byrd or Miss B., entered the scene at age 16. “I had met these kids who were club heads. They took me to this club spot. Coming from the projects, it was a different world for me. The club had a lot of psychedelic art work, etc., and I wanted to explore more.”
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