Culture wars fuel a resistance
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Nov 5, 2024

Culture wars fuel a resistance

This article was produced by Capital & Main (CapitalandMain.com). It is co-published here with permission. Residents of the tiny East Bay town of Sunol like to say that it used to be a tight-knit community. Bordered by chaotic...
The Alaya Project defines Indo-jazz funk
Nov 5, 2024

The Alaya Project defines Indo-jazz funk

Drawing on centuries-old rhythms and ragas from South Indian classical music and grooves honed in Oakland’s furnace of simmering funk, the Alaya Project is spreading the gospel of East Bay Indo-soul around the country. “Every time we perform...
Nef the Pharaoh returns with 'Vallejo Playa'
Nov 5, 2024

Nef the Pharaoh returns with ‘Vallejo Playa’

Nef the Pharaoh is an artist molded by Bay Area hip-hop culture. One of his uncles was a member of the Vallejo rap group Funky Azteks, he counts E-40 and Mistah FAB as trusted early mentors, and...
Oct 29, 2024

Free Will Astrology: Week of Oct. 30

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Many people believe in the existence of ghosts. If you’re not yet one of them, you may be soon. The...
Nat Harry guides discerning drinkers in ‘Spirits Distilled’
In 2012, Nat Harry won the East Bay Express award for “Best Bartender in the East Bay.” At the time an EBX article described Harry’s presence...
Millennium celebrates 30 years
On Sept. 26, Millennium hosted a 30th Anniversary celebration. The cheerful staff buzzed around the dining room refilling drinks, chatting and catching up with old friends....
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