A lofi beat performer's sanctuary, lofi_dena is a new series serving the Alta/Pasadena music scene. Curated and produced by E+RO=3 aka EROZilla and Trade School, lofi_dena events will feature an Open Aux, performances by E+RO=3 aka EROZilla appearances by a rotating cast of special guests beat makers, and live visuals by Society of Shadows. Guest Host MC Random and Featured Performers John Que, J Natural, Yonka, and Jasper Zyz.
E Ross III, (one of Leimert Park's finest) musically known as E+RO=3 (E ROW 3), EROZilla (E ROW Zilluh) and formerly known as Ravage Beats (circa 2007-2012), is a musical polymath of sorts...He is a professional music producer, educator, audio & sound designer, engineer, and certified beat scene performance legend. ERO is highly regarded & respected as one of the originators and curators of the past (and current) worldwide L.A. beat scene circa 2007/08. One of the few unique music makers who would be considered top tier in original beats, remixes, and/or flips: both live or studio recorded. His style ranges from pure soul/neo soul based beats all the way to house, glitch, 8-bit, and even children’s music (some under different alias’s-but you didn't actually hear that).
His live beat set is one of the most unique performances (sonically and visually) you will ever see & hear, with a sincerity that resonates with just about everyone who witnesses. The pleasure's all yours…
Society Of Shadows represents the light works of video artist Ben Koffman. Working with a combination of analog and digital media, his areas of interest include live video performance, VJing, projection mapping, and hosting beat maker showcases and VHS tape swaps. He works as a performer and AV tech at clubs all over LA and conferences all over the US and Europe. As an Art Center alumni and NELA lifetime resident Pasadena and Altadena are his home and community.
John Que formerly known as Qumad Da Bodygody as once went by was born Mobile, Alabama. He started rhyming as a teenager it was a hobby at first and when people noticed his freestyling ability was second to none he became a artist and started at local hangout spots high school group called School Boys who was a dance group but John Que was the MC in a talent shows and he won a few a lot was yet to...
Yonka is a Los Angeles-based music producer blending gritty boom bap, dark club vibes, and southern hip-hop soul. With over 17 years in music and 5+ years producing, Yonka brings a unique sound shaped by a background in metal, a love for anime and horror, and deep roots in 90s hip-hop. From beat tapes to live showcases, their work captures raw emotion, cinematic textures, and underground energy — built to move both mind and body.
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