Mara Hruby
A friend was recently extolling the virtues of local Oaklandite, Mara Hruby. She rocks a nice cover of D’angelo’s “Send it On” as well as songs from Stereolab, Bob Marley, and Jamiroquai on her release, “From Her Eyes”. You can check out more of her music on her bandcamp page. Incidentally, she’s also playing tonight at Yoshi’s Oakland…
Wishing Everyone
a very happy holiday weekend. We’re off the next couple of days, and the next day packages are shipping out is Tuesday, Dec 27th (UPS & the postal service are both off on Monday). Have a Happy Holiday!
Happy 15th Stones Throw

Tonight! Right now! Hustle over there since they only have tickets at the door. More info about the line up here.
A Customary Christmas
Instructions:
- Download Customary Christmas for free.
- Visit www.customarychristmas.com and donate while you download.
- Share with a friend.
- Give the gift of opportunity and joy.
2011 Mixtape – presented by dj serv1 & stancerecords
Track Listing:
Evidence – Good Times
B & Killa Ben – Doo Wop F. Planet Asia
Danny Brown – Adderall Admiral
Phonte – The Life Of Kings F. Evidence, Big K.R.I.T.
Planet Asia – The Last Airbender
Madlib – Jus’ Follow F. Frank Nitty
The Roots – I Remember
Quelle Chris – Nubeginning4 feat. Machine
Catch Lungs – Hello Neighbors F. Elzhi, Guilty Simpson
Danny Brown & Black Milk – Zap
9th Wonder – No Pretending F. Raekwon, Big Remo
Action Bronson & Statik Selektah – Miss Fordham (86 87 88)
Elzhi & Will Sessions – Represent
Common – Gold
Wu-Tang – 225 Rounds F. Bronze Nazareth
Venomous2000 & Dj Priority – Rock The Bells
J-Live – The Authentic
Soul Khan – Anne Hathaway F. Akie Bermiss
Has Lo – Maxell UR
Statik Selektah – Halfmoon Part F. Skyzoo, Chuuwee, Tayyib Ali
Mobb Deep – Get It Forever F. Nas
Reks – Why Cry F. Styles P
Gangrene – Jet Luggage F. Roc Marciano (of U.N.)
Pharoahe Monch – Let My People Go
Enjoy! & Happy 2012!
Download HERE
Thank you Santas!!
A quick thanks to everyone who donated money to help get Dilla’s daughters some Christmas presents from his fans. I’m about to wrap things up and put some sparkle on them, but I thought you might like to see what we ended up getting (remind me to start this earlier next year…I have been running around headless all week!) I was talking to Madukes today, and she thinks they’re going to be surprised!
Gift Ideas
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Here are some other gift suggestions from another staff member of ours. There are a handful of great gifts sure to cover everyone on your list! |
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Obey: Supply & Demand The Art of Shepard Fairey 1989–2009 (20th Anniversary Edition), Hardcover
Absolute must-have for the art lover/collector in your life. Beautiful collection of Shepard Fairey’s vast body of work. |
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tokidoki – Donutella Plush Toy Possibly the cutest plush toy on the site. The perfect gift for the little ones. You can also pick from a Kaiju Dragon and Stellina Unicorno. Buy one or all three! |
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Yummy You! – Choco-Chip Cookie Fingerless Mitts For the DIYer who’s short on time! |
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Gentle Fawn – Frame Hooded Cape Women’s Top, Heather Charcoal
A warm and stylish jacket alternative for the fashion forward ladies. |
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Melody Ehsani – Armor Dillo With Crystals Ring, Silver The perfect amount of bling for any holiday party. Set yourself apart and shine in silver, gold or gunmetal. |
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Incase – Andy Warhol iPhone 4 Camo Snap Case Accessorize your new iphone with this Warhol classic. |
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OBEY – Ornament iPad Case, Natural White
Keep your new ipad safe while looking stylish with this Obey padded case. |
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Imaginary Foundation – Infinite Pullover Men’s Hoodie, Black
The power of the imagination makes us infinite. I imagine this will be his favorite Xmas gift. |
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Aesop Rock – Appleseed CD From the secret Aesop Rock vaults! Snag one of these previously out of print cd’s as a stocking stuffer. |
Beat Swap Meet -This Weekend!
Secret Santa for Dilla’s Daughters
Please join us in playing Secret Santa for Dilla’s daughters Paige & Ja’Mya. We’re hoping to buy them some cold weather wear. Make a donation here. (thanks in advance…people have always been really great about helping Dilla’s family & children!)














