Uniquely LA with Aaron Byrd

Uniquely LA is a free monthly music series curated by DJ and producer Aaron Byrd. Drawing from the rich LA scene of up-and-coming musicians, this series speaks to the eclectic tastes and multi-cultural backgrounds of LA music fans. Genres include new jazz, funk, Latin pop, surf rock, blues and more!

LINEUP:

• June 23: Katalyst
• July 28: Brainstory
• August 25: Leon Creek (Chris Pierce)
• September 22: Boom Boom Boom
• October 27: Wondem

ABOUT THE CURATOR:

DJ Aaron Byrd’s biggest passions are music and travel. He’s visited 33 countries — so far — and his thirst for discovery fuels his eclectic and expansive taste. His influences range from Cuban Guaguanco to the Maghreb sounds of North Africa, from hidden gems to B-sides, from the new to the old.

Since his start at KCRW in 2007, Byrd has appeared on the front page of The New York Times and in both the LA Times and LA Weekly. He is called on to curate a wide range of events around town, from post-performance events at the LA Opera to a weekly live performance series at a boutique West Hollywood hotel. He most recently worked with KALW as music advisor. As a DJ, Byrd has opened for Groove Armada, James Blake, Fat Freddy's Drop, Little Dragon, and Jose James and is regularly featured at clubs around town.