Jonathan Rudnick

MettaSun. A planet. A place to dream freely. An invitation to imagine. Album coming summer 2026. “ @nightdreamer.music @jimettarose

And here’s some BIG NEWS Save the Date * Sat June 20th ! @jimettarose presents The World Debut of METTASUN A Sun Ra Inspired Operatic Experience Imagine a new world where joy, wonder, and peace prevail. What if sound and color could be our weapons against war, chaos, and despair? What if love really does save the day! We can build this world of harmony with clear vision, love, and authenticity. All are welcome with a pure heart and pure intention. All others beware! Don’t be a joysnatcher! Worlds Alive and Jimetta Rose pay homage to the genius of Afrofuturist pioneer Sun Ra and the limitless nature of imagination. Blending the infectious power of @thevoicesofcreation with the innovative expertise of @shafiqhusayn and the Everything Raw movement artists, Jimetta introduces her new world. Get ready for the journey to MettaSun, a planet, a portal, a sound … an experience In celebration of Jimetta’s new solo album MettaSun on @nightdreamer.music Mark your calendar - Save the Date AND Spread the Word Grand Performances is celebrating 40 years of music, culture, and community in DTLA, and just getting started! I’m so excited to be a part of this summer’s magic! See you there! Flyer design by @lexx_valdez Photo by @ecoleye

ATTENTION: Sound on… 🔊 This is the first audio transmission from planet MettaSun received in 2025 from the future. @nightdreamer.music @jimettarose MORE Big news coming TODAY!

‘Big Fun’ Alert ! Tues May 26th, please join us on Miles’ actual 100th for a LIVE B’day Celebration @2220arts 

Worlds Alive & @grandperfs invite you for A Sorcerers Brew of the Big Fun, Bitches Brew, Jack Johnson and On The Corner Sessions with this mighty 9 piece ensemble of LA based All-Stars! Featuring:
 @ttatemusic - trumpet @deronjohnsonmusic - MD, keys @dharringtone - guitar, effects @salar_system - tabla @kavehrastegar - bass, double bass @kahlilc33 - percussion @donbrowndrums - drums @mmmmjjjjjjjj - drums @sashamasakowski - electronics 
+ Special guests, Rare visuals, and more … “You don’t change music, music changes you.” 

Tickets at http://bit.ly/4w0Ch5Z

On TUES, MAY 26 join us @2220arts LA in celebrating Miles Dewy Davis III on his actual centennial birthday with a BIG FUN electric brew of LA all-stars. Featuring: @ttatemusic - trumpet @deronjohnsonmusic - MD, keys @dharringtone - guitar, effects @salar_system - tabla @kavehrastegar - bass, double bass @kahlilc33 - percussion @donbrowndrums - drums @mmmmjjjjjjjj - drums @sashamasakowski - electronics + special guests

w/ Rare visuals, DJ selectors and more Adv Tix at: bit.ly/3Q9VDoR “If anybody wants to keep creating, they have to be about change” Ever Miles Ahead, it’s impossible to define Miles by just one of his many ground breaking periods, but on this milestone evening we will ecstatically ‘Get up with it ‘and highlight his eclectic electric ‘Big Fun’ period from ’69-’72 which include recordings from his essential Bitches Brew, On The Corner and Jack Johnson sessions.
 Come run the voodoo down on this very auspicious Centennial day, which brought forth the inimitable Miles Davis, to continuously Re-birth the Cool, whilst always defiantly crafting his revolutionary sorcerers brew. “Do not fear mistakes, there are none.” Big Fun, fresher than ever, was released 52 years ago on Columbia Records double vinyl on April 19th, 1974 (followed by an expanded 8 track version) with original artwork by #corkymccoy

Up NEXT! March 7 & 8 Jimetta Rose + The VOC are coming to the Getty Center! 2 shows. 2 nights. Free with RSVP. https://www.getty.edu/calendar/sounds-of-la-jimetta-rose/ SAT MARCH 7 : 7pm SUN MARCH 8 : 4pm (Family affair) Complementing the exhibition Photography & The Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985 * Arrive early for the Tram Ride up to Venue and to enjoy the exhibit and the views :) We’re gonna have a magical time. See you there. @jimettarose 
@thevoicesofcreation For natural smiles in a picture real laughter is required. ✨✨✨✨ we love laughing together. We sing to heal ourselves and others. Come get some. Photo by @way2majorarchive Flyer by @kumarivisionz

VOC on a mission to bring you LIFE LOVE JOY UNITY GRATITUDE more ABUNDANTLY since 2019!!! March 7 & 8 @gettymuseum 
Come experience @jimettarose @thevoicesofcreation and it’s gonna be something special. 

FREE with rsvp. We will see you there!!! Getty better get ready 😌🤣😉 Video by VOC’s own @eletewright  the calmest funkiest mpc playing MC slayin brother you’ll ever get the pleasure to know.

New solo music…inspired by a master inventor of sound and possibility. Big thank you’s to the people who didn’t flinch when I began to imagine this big endeavor. @suncut___ @iamrezon @wavesbywayne @curtiscrumpmusic @mmmalvidrezzz @suitesweetz @jafrika @henry.o1s @aankhaneal @khyrahjoi @iamkam.tv @hay.low @ericcoleman @dr.nnekagigi @habtoons thank you for helping me make this a reality. Cover photo & all the final assets are coming out so beautifully. This is gonna be special. Produced by Jimetta Rose. #nightdreamer #jimettarose #mettasun #culturemaker #spiritualjazz

Next Up - MON FEB 16 - please join
ALSARAH & THE NUBATONES + Soof & The Caravan After a long hiatus, the acclaimed @alsarahandthenubatones return to LA with their unique brand of Sudanese inspired retro-pop to share their latest release ‘Mawasim Altariq, Seasons of the Road’, their 3rd album, more than 5 years in the making. @soof__world is an artist with Nile River roots currently blessed to be branching and blossoming in the Los Angeles sun. Fresh off the release of his new album Tree Of Life, Soof joins @alsarah5000 & The Nubatones for this magical evening of music to perform poems and songs of hope faith and freedom. Along with the music, we will be raising funds for the mutual aid initiative Sunduq Al Sudan (sunduqalsudan.org) which sends money directly to aid humanitarian efforts inside Sudan led by ERRs and other mutual aid groups. Please donate even if you cannot make this event.

SUN FEB 1 : FELA Celebration : 3-6pm 
@delaplayamusic | Los Angeles

MUSIC IS THE WEAPON - NOW more than ever! as FELA gets Global recognition for his unwavering message and his timeless pioneering music. Don’t be a Zombie and Come enjoy captivating stories from inside FELA’s world from his longtime manager & friend @steinrikki from his MOViNG MUSiC Memoirs

+ FOOD by @jagabansla | RARE FELA VINYL | TREATS FOR THE KIDS | INDOOR OUTDOOR | LIBATIONS w/buzz & NON

Rikki journeys worldwide with FELA and continues expanding his legacy today + shares his enthralling times with Master Musicians of JOUJOUKA, Rachid Taha, Jimi Hendrix, Grateful Dead, Woodstock, Glastonbury and much much more ..

Nuff said - if in LA area simply PULL UP for this Celebration & Gathering @felakutiofficial @partisanrecords 
 #felakuti

This SUN FEB 1st Don’t be a ‘Zombie’ and pull up for FELA Truly honored to Celebrate MOVING MUSIC, 
Rikki Stein’s memoir & forever Honor FELA’s music & message @delaplayamusic 110 S Ave 56, Highland Park / Los Angeles 3-6pm / Family Affair NO COVER of course 

FELA’s longtime manager and close friend 
@steinrikki in conversation + Special Guest selectors and YOU! * Bring your OWN FELA Vinyl favorites for open deck session !
 Nigerian Food / Libations MOVING MUSIC Book signing Rare FELA vinyl selection “People used to say to me: ‘Wow, it can’t be easy managing FELA’ I’d explain that I never had any difficulty with him because we were friends. You can say anything to a real friend, so we never had a problem.” Rikki’s got enthralling stories for days, from his MOVING MUSIC’s many whirlwind adventures with FELA, Jimi Hendrix, Rachid Taha, The Master Musicians of Joujouka, Les Ballets Africains to early Glastonbury, Woodstock, Grateful Dead and so much more. Stein, a veteran music industry figure, navigated the complex, often dangerous, political landscape surrounding FELA’s extra-ordinary life, and timeless message through the ‘80s & ‘90s continuing through his ever present legacy today as FELA is honored with the GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award.
 @felakutiofficial @partisanrecords 
 @lemighariokwu Book cover tour bus illustration by FELA’s longtime cover artist Lemi Ghariokwu