THE RECORD PARLOUR Celebrates The Legacy Of Rick James At First-Ever Vinyl Re-Release Party For ‘Street Songs’

August 4, 2015 Infrared Magazine Music News, Press Releases Comments Off

DT: AUGUST 4, 2015

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THE RECORD PARLOUR
–VINTAGE HOLLYWOOD RECORD STORE WITH A UNIQUE LIVE MUSIC EXPERIENCE–

CELEBRATES RICK JAMES LEGACY
AT ‘STREET SONGS’ VINYL RE-RELEASE PARTY IN HOLLYWOOD

TY JAMES, RICK JAMES’ DAUGHTER HOSTED AS
KCRW DJ JEREMY SOLE AND DJ THREE (JASON JOSEPH) PLAYED VINYL SELECTIONS FROM RICK JAMES’ PRIVATE COLLECTION

RICK JAMES stage-worn jacket at The Record Parlour.

Last Friday (July 31), THE RECORD PARLOUR–the newest and most distinguished record store to open up in Los Angeles–celebrated a vinyl re-release party forlegendary soul singer and producer RICK JAMES. Download photo selects from the night: (Here).

TY JAMES, RICK’S daughter, was on-hand to host the celebration. “My Dad was a triple threat in the industry which is extraordinary today,” says TY JAMES. “It overwhelms me to see all of this support for him. He is a perfect example of determination, never giving up and pushing for what you believe in to reach stardom.”

Chris Honetschlaeger (Record Parlour founder/owner), Ty James and Chadwick Hemus (Record Parlour partner/curator),.

The party displayed original stage clothing from RICK JAMES while KCRW DJ Jeremy Sole and DJ Three (Jason Joseph) played vinyl from RICK JAMES’ private vinyl collection all night long for guests. The official re-release of RICK JAMES’ quintessential STREET SONGS album is available now (here).

A brilliant hitmaker, soulful singer, riveting performer, influential producer/impresario, and a pioneer in the fusion of funk groove and rock attitude–RICK JAMES was all of these and more. Flamboyant, provocative, charismatic, volatile and always outrageous, he was a consummate artist and a bona fide star.

DJ Three (Jason Joseph) kick’s off the Rick James vinyl re-release party at THE RECORD PARLOUR.

Members of RICK JAMES’ Stone City Band enjoy the party.

Cover artwork for the vinyl re-release of RICK JAMES’ STREET SONGS.

About THE RECORD PARLOUR:

The newest and most distinguished record store to open up in Los Angeles, THE RECORD PARLOUR offers a unique music experience and is quickly becoming a staple hang out in the heart of Hollywood. THE RECORD PARLOUR has been building a name for itself by hosting some of the most exciting in-store showcases, from pop-up gigs and DJ sets to entire live performances recorded and transferred directly to vinyl onsite. Owned and operated by founder Chris Honetschlaeger and manager/partner Chadwick Hemus, THE RECORD PARLOUR is a one-of-a-kind environment with an authentic vibe: as artists perform live, they’re surrounded by over 30,000 vinyl records, vintage stereo gear and music memorabilia. With Chris’ background in vintage equipment and Chadwick’s pedigree as a vinyl curator for the original Amoeba (San Francisco), sound and quality reign overall in performances. THE RECORD PARLOUR‘s vintage offerings–jukeboxes, amps, microphones, ’70s turn-tables and speakers– are refurbished to pristine condition alongside its vinyl collection which focuses on original releases verses new releases. By combining records and vintage equipment as well as creating a new home to music collecting and live music experiences, all in the heart of Hollywood, THE RECORD PARLOUR is more than a vinyl shop–it is ushering in the Hollywood renaissance. THE RECORD PARLOUR is located in Cahuenga Corridor: 6408 Selma Avenue: Hollywood, CA 90028. Read the current feature inBillboard here: http://tinyurl.com/pwhxkww.