WE KEEP IT FUNKY AT INDIGO LOUNGE!

Indigo Lounge is a movement that consists of learners, musicians, activists, creative thinkers, educators, entrepreneurs, and advocates. Rashonda "Zoe" Bartney from Piddle Productions and host Carolyn Wysinger created a platform for people from all walks of life, to come together and just "BE" in a supportive environment. Warning: this is not meant to be "Love Jones" or part of that pretentious hollywood scene. You will only find down to earth people true to the L.A. artist movement. Come vibe with us as we bring the most talented people together on one stage!

June 21st will be an extraordinary show with L.A.'s funk band MIDSTONES ARKESTRA!

Tera "Nova Jade" Greene (Chameleon Adaptions) is a multi-faceted artist whose talents traverse number of genres and disciplines, yet her artistry has crossover appeal. Based out of Los Angeles, her time is spent reinventing herself through independent film, the spoken word, performance art, fashion and primarily music. For more info: http://djnovajade.podomatic.com & http://www.youtube.com/djnovajade

Urban Voodoo was born in Long Beach and raised in New Orleans. He was brought up on a healthy diet of Jazz, Blues and Gumbo. When he moved to Inglewood he started his urban education and found his voice. He believes spoken word has the power to mobilize armies and give voice to the voiceless. He is an activist and community leader. His new Album "The City" is available now! More info: http://www.considerthis-micheaux.blogspot.com/

To understand the multiple levels of Damnyo da "Genius Chyld"'s poetry, one need not look any further than her name. She has produced numerous shows including "Elements." She was also the slammaster/coach for the LA Slam Team in 2006 and wrote a book of poetry entitled "Trap'd."- "Damnyo writes in subtle strokes that demonstrate tranquility while seemlessly communicating an intense personal longing." -Taalam Acey, prolific poet
More Info: www.twitter.com/damnyo4000, www.myspace.com/damnyo2729 & damnyo4000@gmail.com

THIS IS NOT JUST A PLATFORM, IT'S A MOVEMENT!
MORE INFO: MYSPACE.COM/INDIGOLOUNGELA

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