Nice to have a true hot August Sunday on us to reassure us we are in LA and summer isn’t over. You know it just gets spicier as we roll into September and October? Well, that’s our prediction and we are standing by it.

Helping to ease into the sangria spills, Haycock kicked things off in the sweaty sun handing it off to our good pal Rareform. Jerome Baker from D.C. followed up as the shade started to kick in. Next-up, the man too many talents to list, Bobbito, travelled from NYC with a special box of 45′s. DJ Day took it into the night with an extremely heavy set, many giving it the thumbs up for the season. Closing it down, in honor of MJ’s birthday, Peanut Butter Wolf dropped a special VIDEO tribute set and lit the backyard up.

What’cha Wanna Do? Do-Over

Photos:
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Audio:

DJ Day: http://www.mediafire.com/?rh86i352slusdqn
Jerome Baker: http://www.sendspace.com/file/spt5ae
Rareform: http://www.sendspace.com/file/2x08o7

photo credit: Champion-Photos

Summertime is now obviously in full-swing. Case and point was this past Sunday with the temperature and sunshine deciding to represent to the fullest. Lets not forget the incredible lineup of special guests and in combination it’s easy to say it was the perfect formula for a perfect Do-Over day.

While many braved a line around the building to get a taste of that sweet sweet sangria, the vibe inside was one of optimism, remembrance and mayhem. Though Black Sabbath did kick off the musical program, it was no sign of the shine that took over… special guests Daishizen from Japan, DJ Proof all the way from the Bay, Peanut Butter Wolf, The Rub’s own Ayres, Mr. Choc and the notorious Waldo all laid it down in the only way they know how… smooth and funky, with some amazing moments of MJ sprinkled in for god measure.

Celebrate your independence this Sunday and why not close out the long weekend with the Sunday sure-fire-sure-shot that is guaranteed to fill up any unfulfilled expectations from these sometimes overwhelming holiday weekends (ha, basically be sure to overwhelm yourself!)

What’cha Wanna Do? Do-Over!!!

Al Myers photos

Champion Photos

DOWNLOAD: Mr. Choc (zshare):
http://www.zshare.net/audio/62121205d57b7577/

DOWNLOAD: Daishizen (zshare):
http://www.zshare.net/audio/62117650f0f10705/

DOWNLOAD: Ayres (zshare / tracklist after the jump):
http://www.zshare.net/audio/6211771213001604/

DJ Ayres Live @ The Do-Over June 28, 2009

Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions – We’re A Winner
Curtis Mayfield – Give Me Your Love (Tangoterje edit)
Billy Paul – Let the Dollar Circulate
Steve Spacek – Dollar$ (J Dilla)
Young Jeezy – Circulate
Young Jeezy – Go Crazy
Jadakiss ft Anthony Hamilton – Why
Kanye West – Jesus Walks
Beanie Sigel – The Truth
Drake – Best I Ever
The Notorious B.I.G. – Dreams
OC – Times Up
Blackstreet – No Diggity
Adina Howard – Freak Like Me
Snoop Doggy Dogg – Tha Shiznit
M.C. Breed – I Gotta Get Mine
Amerie – Why R U
Ultramagnetic MC’s – Ego Trippin
BDP – South Bronx
Run DMC – Dumb Girl
Masta Ace Inc – Born To Roll
Rodney O & Joe Cooley – Everlasting Bass
Outkast – Elevators
Goodie Mob – Cell Therapy
Juvenile, Wacko & Skip – Nolia Clap
Jay-Z ft Juvenile – Snoopy Track
Jadakiss – We Gonna Make It
Led Zeppelin – Black Dog
The Doors – Peace Frog
Diamond D – I’m Outta Here
Brand Nubian – All For One
Eric B & Rakim – I Ain’t No Joke
Jay-Z ft Foxy Brown – Ain’t No Nigga
Public Enemy – Don’t Believe the Hype
NWA – If It Ain’t Ruff
EPMD ft LL Cool J – Rampage
Lowell Fulson – Tramp
Funky Four +1 – It’s The Joint
Kool & The Gang – Jungle Boogie
James Brown – Get Up Offa That Thing
The Beginning of the End – Funky Nassau
Spanky Wilson – Sunshine of Your Love
Marc Hype and Jim Dunloop ft Sara Bourgeois – The Mexican
War – Galaxy
Dan Hartman – Vertigo / Relight My Fire
Jimmy “Bo” Horne – Spank
First Choice – Let No Man Put Asunder
Duck Sauce – aNyway
Top Billin – Willing
Pink Floyd – Money
M.I.A. – Paper Planes
The O’Jays – Money
Redman – Tonight’s Da Night

It doesn’t get much better then this: bbq, beats, beer, and bball (Go Lakers!). The energy and vibe on Sunday was one of the best we have ever seen at The Do-Over. We don’t know if it was something in the sangria, The Lakers victory or our mystery guests?! From Byze One’s opening reggae set to Damon Bell’s boogie brigade to Rhettmatic’s party rocking jock jams during the game to Peanut Butter Wolf’s insane video set (15 foot screen on top of outside bar!) to Garth Trinidad’s sexy sounds to close it out, it was definitely one for the books. Best part about it, we will do it all over this weekend with another all-star cast of selectors lined up (4 of which are making their Do-Over debut), plus the Lakers game again will be televised.

DOWNLOAD: Rhettmatic (zshare):
http://www.zshare.net/audio/61132793b654b722/

DOWNLOAD: Garth Trinidad (zshare):
http://www.zshare.net/audio/611323424527a7dd/

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Pics from Aloe

What’cha Wanna Do? Do-Over

Whew. We did it! Somehow we survived another six months of getting done-over and what a past six months it has been. Season Four of The Do-Over was indeed a special one. One quick look at our mystery guests from this year and it could easily be mistaken for a lineup at Coachella (and for free!?!). It’s hard to believe we’ve been so fortunate to have such an amazing cast of artists/dj’s bless us at The Do-Over, but that is a testament to you, our loyal attendees and supporters so for that, we thank you. The Do-Over will always be a party for the people and by the people. Special thanks goes out to Peanut Butter Wolf, J.Rocc, Rhettmatic, Dam-Funk, C-Minus, House Shoes, Induce, Mixmaster Noah and Jedi for getting down at our annual Boo-Over Extravaganza. What a way to end an amazing year. Costumes were plentiful, spirits were high, and good times were had by all. On that note, it’s been real, it’s been fun, and shit, it’s been real fun, but it’s time for Aloe/Chris/Jamie to catch up on some much needed sleep. So we will see you six months from now, unless you suffer from withdrawals and would like to get done-over at one of our special one-off editions. Stay tuned for details.

“This may be the happiest, hoppiest dance party in town, and though it’s done till next summer, at least there’s Do dudes Chris Haycock, Aloe Blacc and Jamie Strong’s annual post-Thanksgiving one-off, The Left Over, to look forward to on Nov. 28. After what we saw Sunday, only a jive turkey would miss it.”
LA WEEKLY

Props to Mel @ Village Slum for taking / sharing some great pictures with us:
One, Two & Three

(Recap of Sunday August 31, 2008)

Our fourth annual Labor Day Sunday is in the books and oh boy what a crazy day it was. Perhaps the bird droppings on Haycock’s first records were a sign of good luck? Regardless, something was guiding the DJ’s along all day long. Combine that with the crowd energy and the optimism of no work or school on Monday, it was one for the books. Following Haycock’s bird assisted set, Peanut Butter Wolf and James Pants tagged up for a few hours dropping extremely deep boogie and hip hop selections. We say it all the time, but their set is proof positive that early arrival comes with its perks. Next up, Do-Over first timer and internationally known Frenchman DJ Cam brought the party out with a classic hip-hop set. Standing on bricks, Oakason followed, bringing her Jamaican vibes to the sunny holiday as we slipped into night. LA’s Steve 1der built up a pretty hectic scene dropping all sorts of bombs as many started dropping from the Sangria. Closing it out, DJ Anonymous all the way from Finland knew exactly what we do out here with some golden selections causing some noise amongst some of the ladies in the house..

As many feel like summer’s last hurrah was last weekend, all of us in Los Angeles know better. The Do-Over keeps going strong until the end of October with the usual madness and this week is no different. We have a crazy selection of folks getting down and the TV’s will be boasting the opening Sunday of football.

Whatcha’ Wanna Do? Do-Over!

(Recap of Sunday August 3, 2008)

Peanut Butter Wolf 888 Tour

Last Sunday we were treated to a very one-of-a-kind Do-Over. Many were expecting Peanut Butter Wolf to grace us with the audio/visual experience thanks to the 888 tour, but were people prepared for what else lingered up our sleeves? The one and only 9th Wonder threw down a late afternoon set, really getting things moving. Next up, DJ Spinna made an exclusive Los Angeles appearance showing off a wide range of beats that we’ve come to love him for. Peanut Butter Wolf did not disappoint, mixing a crazy selection of house videos (damn, we didn’t even realize there were videos for some of those jams). Finally, the lovely Leo b-day lady, Valida brought out the day with a special set for us. Thanks to all for making it such a special day to remember.

Just when you thought you were safe, we are back again this Sunday bring more of the Do-Over deliciousness that you all can’t get enough of. A special lineup this week (when is it not?) of some first time Do-Over DJ’s, so come see history in the making. Shall we even begin to speculate?

Whatcha’ Wanna Do? Do-Over!

Do-Over 2008 thus far:
May 18: J.Rocc, Stretch Armstrong, Quantic, Mike B & Don Guapo
May 25: Flying Lotus, Gaslamp Killer, Al Jackson, Wyatt Case & noMSG
June 1: DJ Eleven, Rhettmatic, M3, Inka One & Blackjoy
June 8: Dam-Funk, House Shoes, Toph One, Small Change & Kutmah
June 15: Will I Am, Karriem Riggins, B+, Coleman & Alfred Hawkins
June 22: DJ AM, Peanut Butter Wolf, Garth Trinidad, Danny Halloway w/ Leon Mobley & Mixmaster Noah
June 29: C-Minus, Gabe Rene, A-ski, DJ Nobody & DJ Pubes
July 6: Lloydski, Troublemaker, Jedi, Sabo, J Rawls & Mona Lisa
July 13: King Britt, Blu Jemz w/ sTERRYo, DJ Higher & Rodzilla
July 20: J.Rocc, J-Boogie, Computer Jay, Chris Clarke & Kei
July 27: Theo Parrish, DJ Dez, House Shoes, Jun & Ian
August 3: Peanut Butter Wolf, DJ Spinna, 9th Wonder & Valida
August 10: ???

(Recap of Sunday June 22, 2008)

Skillz and DJ AM

Summertime and the living is easy… Well, at least that’s the case at Do-Over! Glenn Fry would have been quite proud this past Sunday because the heat was definitely on. In fact, it was an all around scorcher and one for the Do-Over history books! Longtime member of the Do-Over familia Mixmaster Noah got things grooving on the early tip. Mr. Chocolate City Garth Trinidad got busy on the disco & Brazilian tip setting it up for one of the deepest crates around, Danny Halloway who busted out the rare dub/reggae jams alongside legendary percussionist Leon Mobley (Ben Harper) and the lovely songstress Noelle Scaggs. As the heat began to fade with the sunset, the sweat begin to increase as Stones Throw head honcho Peanut Butter Wolf took us on a journey through his rare archives. The evening was capped off by a legendary 2-hour set from DJ AM complete with a cameo by (Mad) Skillz on the mic. This was no hipster affair though as DJ AM threw down a classic hip-hop party rocking set and showed why he is one of the most skilled DJ’s in the game. Wow. What a memorable day it was for all and one of the most hyped crowds we have seen in the last four years.

Who will be there this Sunday? There’s more mysteries than an episode of Matlock, but we guarantee another all-star cast that you won’t want to miss! Get in to fit in.

Whatcha’ Wanna Do? Do-Over!

DO-OVER 2008:
May 18: J.Rocc, Stretch Armstrong, Quantic, Mike B, & Don Guapo
May 25: Flying Lotus, Gaslmap Killer, Al Jackson, Wyatt Case, & noMSG
June 1: DJ Eleven, Rhettmatic, M3, Inka One, & Blackjoy
June 8: Dam-Funk, House Shoes, Toph One, Small Change, & Kutmah
June 15: Will I Am, Karriem Riggins, B+, Coleman, & Alfred Hawkins
June 22: DJ AM, Peanut Butter Wolf, Garth Trinidad, Danny Halloway w/ Leon Mobley, Mixmaster Noah
June 29: ???