DWNTWN Wax

First an foremost, the DWNTWN Wax crew would like to extend a huge thank you for supporting our little pop up record shop we launched a year ago. We hope your DWNTWN Wax purchases have sparked new friendships and new record collections. Over the past year, we've been monitoring our new & used LP inventory and feel we are getting to know you, the record collector, please feel free to comment with any questions you may have about anything you may be looking for, or music related.

DWNTWN Wax is a pop up record shop operated by Deejays & Record Collectors for Deejays & Record Collectors. We stand behind our record bins and honestly, there is nothing in them we wouldn't play ourselves. Specializing in new & used Hip Hop, Soul, Funk, Boogie, Latin, Iconic Rock LP's, 12" Singles & Full Length Albums, we are looking forward to bringing back the "Mall Record Store." When we aren't doing a pop up event you can find us at any DWNTWN store with everything set up and ready for you to dig through.

Melba Moore
The Other Side Of The Rainbow
LP (1982)
Label: Capitol Records
Genre: Boogie / Disco / Old School
Selected Track: Mind Up Tonight

Roberto Roena
Apollo Sound 6
LP (1972)
Label: Fania/Internacional Records Genre: Latin / Salsa
Selected Track: Que Se Sepa

Buddy Miles
...A Message To The People
LP (1970)
Label: Mercury Records
Genre: Classic Rock / Soul
Selected Track: Midnight Rider

Ice Cube
The Predator
LP (1992)
Label: Priority Records
Genre: Rap / Hip Hop
Selected Track: It Was A Good Day

Follow us on Instagram@dwntwnwax or Facebook for all of our upcoming pop up events at local bars, venues, and swap meets. You can also pick up our tees and hoodys on DWNTWNonline.com to support us right from the comfort of wherever you're reading this or visit any of their their three locations to grab them and finger through all of these great records yourselves.

Keep Diggin' Deep - Bobby Soul

Bobby Soul spins at Hopscotch Tavern in Fullerton every Friday night. Come listen to the bottom 40 the way it was meant to be heard by a true record afficionado.

DWNTWN Bboy Battle

Check out the highlights from the last Rock City Event and be sure to make it to DWNTWN La Mirada on December 14th for the next battle. Saturday December 14th the one and only Lil Rock and Dwntwn will host the second In Store B-boy/B-Girl Battle. There will be an open competition for $100 cash and $100 in prizes and an exhibition battle featuring OG West Coast Rockers battle their students into the crew. Representing the OG's will be Enerjetik, Beneficial, Friction, and Lil Rock. Representing the New Skool will be Dancene, Flexy, David, and Woody. Keeping this whole night going will be not one but two DJ's on the 1's and 2's. DJ Abel and DJ Wobbles will be there and a performance from hip hop warriors, Speach Impediments.

On top of all this we will be releasing Lil Rock's second signature tee which is a special collaboration with both DWNTWN and JSLV. At the last Rock City event Lil Rock's signature tee nearly sold out at the event itself so be sure to be at DWNTWN La Mirada to grab yours early.

Speaking of the last Rock City, here's a recap of how that all went down. There was a great turn out of people filling up DWNTWN Cerritos out with positive vibes, world class talent, a lot of open cyphers,  and a 1 on 1 B-boy competition where B-boy Web from Underground Flow got the win after a fierce battle against Enerjetik! We also had a surprise battle between Concrete Allstars and Battle Holix (Italy) at the event. You can check out the entire surprise battle below and trust me, its HYPE!!!

Make sure you come out to Dwntwn La Mirada on Saturday the 14th for some support, buy an exclusive tee, cypher, enter the battles yourself, or simply sit back and enjoy the show!

Warren G at Commonwealth Lounge

As a Southern California adolescent the 1994 release of Regulate… G Funk Era instantly made Warren G a larger than life icon to me. When the opportunity to work firsthand with Warren was presented to me it was something I simply could not refuse. Commonwealth Lounge in Downtown Fullerton had a packed house on the night of October 17^th to see this West Coast legend live and in person, but it was what happened before the performance that will stay with me forever. I had the privilege to take Warren out to dinner at Hopscotch Tavern, which is two doors down from the venue of the performance. As Warren took his first glance at the menu he could not make up his mind on what he wanted and he seamlessly went into the chorus of his hit song “I Want it All.” It was extremely interesting to hear the opinions of Warren on the everyday topics of music, sports, food, and life in general. As the Dodgers were in the thick of a pennant race, Warren shared his verse on the new Dodger tribute track he did with Ice Cube and he even spit his verse right there at the dinner table.

As dinner concluded we headed over to Commonwealth Lounge where Warren put on a stellar performance. Performing hits such as “Regulate,” “This D.J.," and “Aint No Fun” amongst others. Immediately upon conclusion of the show it was extremely impressive how Warren willingly took photos and signed autographs for all who requested, exemplifying how he truly is gracious to those who appreciate his music. It is not hard to get caught up in the moment when you are in such an intimate environment watching someone who was so musically impactful to my generation and this entire experience was genuinely something that I will never forget.

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A big thank you is in line for DJ Rush, the staffs of both Hopscotch and Commonwealth, and to the one and only Warren G.

Tim Roberto

DWNTWN presents DJ Quik

DJ Quik's face up in The Source

  On Thursday September 12th DWNTWN is hosting DJ Quik at the Commonwealth Lounge in Fullerton. Its 21+ and $20 to get in the door. Maybe you've heard of him. He was born and raised in Compton. Put out a few records. Made a few music videos. Is a West Coast living legend. Was just named the #1 Hip Hop producer in the LA area by LA Weekly (they did note they weren't counting Dr. Dre since he "belongs to the world"). He honestly doesnt need any introduction because he spent over twenty years making beats you know and love.

THAT DJ QUIK.

Now that you know who we are talking about, lets discuss where you'll be seeing him. The Commonwealth Lounge in Fullerton. If you haven't been here, you're missing out on one of the classier looking bars in the Downtown Fullerton area with its prohibition era decor and cocktail selections. However, where Commonwealth concerns you and the West Coast Icon in question, is that its a real intimate venue to see any artist at. Let alone someone that could easily sell out a place ten times its size. You'll be feet away from DJ Quik at the Commonwealth and because of its open floor plan and size, there wont be a bad seat in the whole place (though you better not be sitting down when Quik takes the stage).

Now to get you ready for the night. With eight proper albums, it might be a little daunting to narrow down whats going to give you a good overlook of the DJ Quik at his best. We had a DJ from our own DWNTWN Family, the one and only DJ Beneficial, make a playlist of some of DJ Quik's most important cuts for you to check out. DJ Beneficial grew up in Southern California and his knowledge of West Coast Gangster Rap is Jeopardy worthy.

And if you're wondering what to wear....... we got you covered. One of our own designs, Westside Till I Die, would be more than fitting for just such an occassion. You'll note DJ Quik is right up there between Kurupt and Dr. Dre. We designed and produced this shirt before we ever dreamed that one day we would be hosting an event to showcase any one of these legends. But you cant all be wearing the same thing at the event, so here is another solid choice.

Second 2 None

On Saturday April 28thDWNTWN Cerritos played host to the release of The Second 2 None mixtape by up and coming hip hop artist 2WiG. Well over 100 gathered for the listening party as DJ Wolf-E was on the decks mixing it up. 2WiG sprinkled in some live performances throughout the listening party as well. Instant classics like "Stick Up," "California Dreamin" with its tight sample of the Mamas and the Papas classic track, and "Put Em Up" are all sure to keep your head nodding across all twenty tracks. Be sure to grab this mixtape and stay up with 2WiG as he takes it to the next level. Los Angeles based artist Meex was also on hand for a live art show. His depiction of Slick Rick was second to none to say the least.

We asked 2WiG how he felt the listening party went and he said, “I had a great time at the release. The DWNTWN vibe is always dope plus they have my favorite brands. I was pumped to share this experience with everyone who supports me. Shout out to EH, Essential, Yesterday’s News/FuctupLA Clothing for helping promote and DWNTWN for hosting the event.”

We would like to thank 2WiG for coming out and throwing it down, DJ Wolf-E for spinning, Meex for the amazing art show, and most importantly a special thanks to everyone who came out and supported the event at DWNTWN Cerritos.

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter if you dont want to miss out on events like this. We always keep you up to date on whats going on at every DWNTWN location.

DJ Rey's Hip Hop Classics Mixtape

First and foremost, download Hip Hop Classics here.
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If youve been to Envy, If youve been to the Continental Room, If youve walked into a DWNTWN and seen one of California's finest DJ's spinning while you shoppped, our very own DJ Rey was responsible for making these things happen. He's turning labels non-stop so many nights its hard to believe you havent been somewhere he was blessing your ears with some culture. Our friends at JSLV agree. They had DJ Rey put together a mixtape of Hip Hop Classics and its yours to download and ruin your car's speakers and your mom's eardrums. After you've listened to this mix a few times we're pretty sure you'll want to be in the know on what DJ Rey is up to and where he's going to be. So here's some help with that. DJ Rey on Facebook | DJ Rey on Twitter

JSLV has been putting out some other great mixtapes at well. Theres some Electro Dub-Step, some Raggae Dancehall, and more. Be sure to check them out as well here.