UPR!SE is a blog dedicated to The Shrine's Patron Saint and inspiration, Fela Anikulpo Kuti.

The blog focuses on music, fashion, art, design, politics and culture. It is a celebration of trailblazing souls who rise up without compromise.

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Wednesday, June 29, 2011

DODO GOES TO AFRICA IN JULY


“Potjiekos CafĂ©”,
a celebration of the unique cuisine of Africa. The “potjieko”, an old fashioned South African three legged cast iron pot, is an apt metaphor for Africa’s true “melting pot” cuisine. Chef Jeremy Brewington is back with an exciting menu that highlights the fascinating confluence of cultures in different the different regions of Africa: indigenous, European and South Asian.

Brewington’s menu will follow a small-plate format to encourage diners to share and sample. The first week will feature dishes typical of South Africa including babotie casserole, droewors sausages, chakalaka white beans, grilled meats from the “braai”, South Africa’s ubiquitous outdoor barbeque, and klappertert coconut pie.

Of course, Dodo will feature some delicious wines from South Africa’s Stellenbosch and Paarl regions in addition to our regular list of super classic cocktails.

Finally, D.J. Clark Quente will provide a feast for your ears with an exciting soundtrack selected from the vast musical treasures of Africa.

DODO - 954 W FULTON - RESERVATIONS: 312.226.5300

Sunday, June 26, 2011

HYPNOTIC BRASS ENSEMBLE


THE HOMECOMING!!!!

Fresh off a tour with the Gorillaz and what looks like a new record with with Tony Allen, Flea and more, so stay tuned. Massive!

CHOCQUIBTOWN @ THE SHRINE! THURSDAY, JULY 7

Chocquibtown are coming to The Shrine! The Hip Hop/Afro/Salsa/ Roots crew from Colombia will bring the fuego! With DJs David Chavez and Leo Suarez.

ON SALE NOW! CLICK HERE TO BUY



Friday, June 17, 2011

THE NEW SHINE T SHIRT ARRIVES






Dope new shirt designed by Clark "Quente" Nelson. In MENS sizes M-4X, WOMENS 'baby doll' SM-L. With red lettering (shown) and grey.

On sale now at the venue and online very soon, so check back!

Mad props to Bradley Murray for the super fly promo video and our model Miss Cristina (The girl is even sweeter than she looks!)

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

AWILO LONGOMBA LIVE AT THE SHRINE


To celebrate the kick-off of Afrodisiac, The Shrine welcomes Congolese superstar Awilo Longomba. He will be performing live on Saturday, July 9th. Following the show, DJ Top Donn will spin the finest in Couper Decaller, Makossa, Ndombolo, Kwaito, Hip Life, Zouk & much more... Doors open for the concert at 8pm. Dance until 3am!

Get your ticket now: CLICK HERE

NEW SEUN KUTI VIDEO



First single off of Seun's new Brian Eno produced album, From Africa With Fury: Rise, which drops June, 21. Backed by his father's band, the mighty Africa 80!