The Lex level
by Kalani Wilhelm / 12-3-2008
Playing good music is more than just a hobby for DJ Lex1. It’s a state of mind. He’s already a standout DJ with a signature style but the smooth groove master has his sights set on the next level.
In celebration of his new mix-tape Groove Lounge: Into Your Soul Volume 1, Lex One is doing it big with his Groove Lounge Tour, which kicks off Saturday night at the W Hotel.
The six-club tour features weekend stops at The Living Room, Brew Moon, O Lounge and Bonsai Restaurant & Lounge and marks the first time a Hawai’i DJ has toured local nightspots in support of a mix-tape release.
“The night scene has changed dramatically. Music wise, it’s starting to become monotonous,” he said. “Not too many DJs take it to another level. Stepping out of the usual brings something fresh to the floor every time.”
Lex One’s style, a one-of-a-kind blend of hip-hop, neo-soul and R&B throwbacks, proves he wants to set a brand new blueprint for his peers to follow.
“It’s music that comes from the soul,” he said. “The lyrics, guitar riffs, keyboards, horns, vocals; it’s just something about these songs that just gets to you and make you feel good.”
Dragonfly, W Hotel, 2885 Kalakaua Ave., Sat 12/6, 10pm–2am, $10, 21+.
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