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Slo*Mo Release Party Supports Atlanta Soul Music Culture

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Print is dead. That’s only partly true. Niche publications that cater to readers with particular interests – and good taste in music – are very much alive.

The release party for the latest edition of Slo*Mo magazine on Sunday, July 31, proved it. 

Along with editor in chief / co-publisher Carlton Hargro, the people who create and support soul music culture got together for sounds by Slo*Mo creative director / co-publisher and DJ Larmarrous Shirley, wine, and worthwhile conversation at Condesa Coffee in Atlanta.

As content director for Slo*Mo magazine, it’s a joy to see good people gathered in honor of great music.

Getting a sneak peek into cover stories such as this edition’s features on Tori Alamaze and Khari Cabral Simmons is a rewarding perk of the job.

Copies are limited. Find one at Moods Music or Stockyards, or order one at SloMoAtl.com, where you can keep up with the latest in Atlanta’s soul music scene between editions.

So many reasons to celebrate: Mo Audio turns 1

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One week ago today, Mo Audio celebrated its first birthday. Our guest was soul and R&B singer Donnie, whose critically acclaimed album The Colored Section broke the mold for what modern soul should sound like.

Donnie’s an amazing artist. And he’s just one of the amazing artists we’ve had the pleasure of talking to on our show over the past year.

I am so thankful for the opportunity to work with my co-hosts, Carlton Hargro and Larmarrous Shirley. We had a podcast together years ago when Carlton and I were colleagues at Creative Loafing. Here’s a throwback shot from one of our sessions. We used to record at Harlem Bar, now BQE Lounge, off Edgewood Avenue.

Carlton-Chante AudioFloss

It’s really something how things come full circle. Now, instead of being underwritten by our local newsweekly, Carlton and Larmarrous have Slo Mo, a publication dedicated to all things soul music, to support our weekly broadcast.

I frequent Edgewood Avenue — including what I think will be a fun summer with DJ Tabone‘s Kool School Sundays at BQE.

Then there’s the connection with Jabari Graham, with whom I first crossed paths via Art Beats & Lyrics. Plus, he was friends with Dubelyoo, and we had North Carolina in common.

J’s the reason we have our show now, being the founder of AB+L Radio. And AB+L Radio was recently awarded a Best of Atlanta Award by Creative Loafing.

I am truly blessed to have such talented, striving, inspiring visionaries in my life. They make my life substantial. They make me feel like I’m a part of something special. Because they all certainly are. I love you guys. Thank you for everything.