Django Craig & DJ Ben Vera

All Of The Above (AOTA) Radio - A Journey through High Quality Music

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Transmitting live from the West Coast of the Milky Way, our weekly radio show explores high quality music of every genre. With no commercials and no playlist, All Of The Above is a non-stop journey through sound unlike any other found on today’s airwaves. Host Django Craig and DJ Ben Vera teamed up with the specific vision of achieving something ground breaking and sky shattering. What resulted was not only genre bending but also lively and infectious. Using rare vinyl, hypnotic drums and eclectic grooves we take you on a journey into sound and what is possible when all limits are removed. All...

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Django Craig & DJ Ben Vera

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“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 262 – (FLORIAN SCHNEIDER & TONY ALLEN RIP TRIBUTES UPISODE) SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 16.09.2020 1:58:55

This week we celebrate the music of 2 legends that have passed on to the afterlife. Florian Schneider was world renowned as a member of the fathers of electronic music – KRAFTWERK. Tony Allen was known as the originator of Afrofunk as the drummer for Fela Kuti and several bands after. Without these 2 unique READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 261 – (SPECIAL JAMES BROWN TRIBUTE UPISODE) SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 23.07.2020 2:25:04

Today we celebrate the birthday of The Godfather of Soul Mr. James Brown!!! Mr Dynomite was at the forefront of funk music and influenced music of all styles to come even up to this very day. It could be argued that there would be no hip-hop without James Brown. Let’s take a trip though his READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 260 – (SPECIAL GIORGIO MORODER BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE UPISODE) SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 22.07.2020 2:03:46

This upisode we make a special sendoff to the one & only Giorgio Moroder. A pioneer in several genres of music spanning several decades. A true legend in contemporary music leaves us much to explore so we have a full 2 hours of gems to inspire us forward. Thank you for tuning in & be READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 259 – (SPECIAL 420 SMOKISODE) SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 09.07.2020 1:58:05

Aaaah, the annual 420 smokisode is now upon us. Definitely the show for all of our ganja heads out there. Hey 420 is an everyday holiday for some of us – so here is your soundtrack! Puff, puff and away we grow…. Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 258 – (SPECIAL BILL WITHERS RIP TRIBUTE UPISODE) SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 09.07.2020 1:59:48

This upisode we pay tribute to the wonderful soul that was Bill Withers. A man who found the spotlight and reached the highest levels in the industry only to leave it all alone to live out his life in privacy. Buckle up for 2 hours of nonstop Bill… Thank you for tuning in & be READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 257 – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 09.07.2020 1:53:07

Styles upon styles upon styles upon a half. AOTA radio coming with those heaters for your earlobes just like we do every weekend. Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can tune in LIVE every Sunday from 2AM – 4AM PST with your host Django and READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 256 – (SPECIAL MANU DIBANGO RIP TRIBUTE UPISODE) SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 09.07.2020 1:57:22

It is with great honor that we pay tribute to the life & music of the great musician Manu Dibango. He is the first musician that we know of to succumb to COVID-19. His career and influence span over 4 decades with his influence on the genre of Afrofunk being undeniable. RIP Mr. Dibango… Thank READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 255 – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 09.07.2020 1:52:46

Here’s another musical cloud coming at you from all directions. Make sure you light one up before taking flight – we’ll be traveling at high altitudes for a long time!!! Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can tune in LIVE every Sunday from 2AM – READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 254 – (SPECIAL SLY STONE TRIBUTE EPISODE) SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 09.07.2020 2:02:47

This upisode is dedicated to Sly Stone. Many of you have heard his hits from over the years but tonight we take a deeper dive into all things Sly & The Family Stone. What can we say? Its a family affair!!! Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 253 (W/ SPECIAL GUESTS PARANORML & DJ SET BY DJ 671) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 23.04.2020 1:58:36

Welcome Earthlings! This revolution brings you ParanormL (ParanormL.net)and his new remix project “PARAXDOOM” with original beats & MF Doom lyrics blended to perfection. The we have @Deejay_671 up side your head with the all vinyl mix. A meaty stew to fill your musical guts. One Luv! Thank you for tuning in & be sure to READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 252 – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 23.04.2020 1:50:50

Flying high & feeling free as a true Funkatier always does. Bringing you good lubricant to oil your mind. The music is nonstop & everlasting to turn your volume up!!! Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can tune in LIVE every Sunday from 2AM – READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 251 (W/ SPECIAL GUESTS MARK SESSIONS & LADY K) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 23.04.2020 1:55:56

Today we bring a prolific artist/ keyboard player – Mark Session as well as the ever bubbly Lady K. We’re hanging out on cloud 9 enjoying the vibes. We are sure you will enjoy – away we grow… Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 250 (SPECIAL J-DILLA TRIBUTE SET + SPECIAL GUEST @SPECTHEKID) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 01.04.2020 1:56:02

This week we delve into an ill J-Dilla tribute set. Followed by a special guest DJ set by beat smith & MC – @SpecTheKid mixing gems form his personal catalog. Boy is this a sight to hear – away we grow… Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 249 (W/ SPECIAL GUEST GONER) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 01.04.2020 1:51:35

This week we got to hang out with Goner & talk shop about music, inspiration & overall fun stuff. Fairly entertaining when you combine 2 stoners & 1 GONER!!! Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can tune in LIVE every Sunday from 2AM – 4AM READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 248 – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 01.04.2020 1:52:53

All aboard the cumulus cloud into the pineal space of your mind. We serve up a slick serving of sauce from the studio to your eardrums in true AOTA fashion. We know you will enjoy so live it up!!! Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 247 (W/ SPECIAL GUEST THE B-OND-R) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 07.03.2020 2:13:31

Few things in life are free unless we are talking about freestyles. Join us so we can show you how… An ill adventure with our ill friends bouncing in all directions – buckle up your jet packs!!! Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can tune READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 246 (W/ SPECIAL SET BY E-MONSTER) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 07.03.2020 1:51:54

A daring dash of whurling dirvishes spinning cyclones spherically in an orbital state – we talkin’ revolution man!!! And then E-Monster jumped up in the air… Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can tune in LIVE every Sunday from 2AM – 4AM PST with your READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 245 – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 27.02.2020 1:26:33

Join us for another fantastic voyage through your mind. An escapade of vibrations sure to bend your brains. Its All Of The Above Radio – go tell a friend!!! Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can tune in LIVE every Sunday from 2AM – 4AM READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 244 (W/ SPECIAL GUESTS “REBELS TO THE GRAIN”) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 27.02.2020 2:22:36

It is an honor to sit down with @stuckinthetreez and @mprttg also known as Rebels To The Grain to explore the journey behind the radio show @breakbeatsandrhymes and celebrating 10 years in radio together at @KPFK . A guaranteed good time for all – away we grow….!!! Thank you for tuning in & be sure READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 243 (SPECIAL NEW YEAR’S EVE UPISODE PT.2) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 11.02.2020 1:59:30

We would like to send a huge THANK YOU to all of our listeners over the years. Celebrate the new year with us musically & every weekend hereafter. Happy New Years 1 & all!!! Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can tune in LIVE every READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 242 (SPECIAL NEW YEAR’S EVE UPISODE PT.1) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 11.02.2020 2:09:33

We’re stepping into 2020 with a new vision of hope & joy! Join us as we count down the last moments of the year then blast off 2020 with more bounce to the ounce! This is part 1 of 2 so check the next upisode for the grand finale… Thank you for tuning in & READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 241 (W/ SPECIAL GUEST MAX AXE) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 10.02.2020 2:01:36

We end the year of 2019 with a very special guest live in the studio. 13 year old Max Axe came through with his bass guitar & synthesizer to have a live jam session with us on the air. Max is a true young talent that we look forward to watching blossom in the years READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 240 (W/ SPECIAL GUESTS “THE A-TEAM” – ABSTRACT RUDE & ACEYALONE ) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 10.01.2020 1:53:12

Havin’ super fun with some super MCs – Abstract Rude & Aceyalone together as The A-Team blessing our show this week! They talk about their personal history & viewpoints as well as discuss the Project Blowed 25th Anniversary and what that means to them, the city & the culture as a whole. Of course there READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 239 (W/ SPECIAL GUEST SET BY DJ ABEL & ABSTRACT BUTTA FINGAZ) – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 10.01.2020 1:50:13

This is an upisode you truly will remember! DJ Abel shows up with a plethora of 45s – all vinyl & tears down the spot!!! Then the homie Abstract Butta Fingaz came thru with the exclusive heat to finish of a journey through sound both new and old. It takes fun to know fun so READ MORE

“ALL OF THE ABOVE RADIO” – EPISODE 238 – SUNDAYS 2AM – 4AM PST ON 90.7FM – KPFK LOS ANGELES 31.12.2019 1:51:16

Let’s take a trip through musical space & see what wonders we can find. There is always something to be discovered when wandering the galaxy of sound…. Thank you for tuning in & be sure to GIVE US A ‘LIKE’ ON FaceBook—> www.facebook.com/AOTARadio You can tune in LIVE every Sunday from 2AM – 4AM PST with READ MORE