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Rahdu

Birmingham's No.1 Soul Brother

About Me

As a child, Roderick Moody grooved to the music his father played in their basement. Little did he know that songs by Aretha Franklin, the Isley Brothers, Curtis Mayfield and P-Funk would ignite a spark in him that would shape his future. Now Moody, better known as DJ Rahdu, has evolved from the basement to the stage by infusing his own musical spin at parties, concerts and events throughout the Southeast. Rahdu started Deejaying in August 2002 on UAB’s Internet Radio Station, Blazeradio. After hearing him spin on that station, poets from the local poetry scene became instantly impressed with his skills and quickly asked him to spin for their poetry night. Now, Rahdu can be found opening for hot acts such as Dwele, Anthony Hamilton, Calvin Richardson & Leela James. Rahdu is often on the scene mesmerizing crowds with his unique blend of Hip-Hop, Neo Soul, Acid Jazz, Funk Jazz, Afro Beat, Classic Soul, Soulful House and Broken Beat. In addition to juggling DJ gigs, Rahdu is pursuing a degree in African American Studies at the University of Alabama at Birmingham . Rahdu boasts an impressive resume which includes regular performances at First Fridays and R.I.S.E among countless others. Music aficionados also can check him out at Amani Raha Martini Lounge, Fusion Iradio on www.digital-djs.com by demand, and the Diamond Soul XXXperience on Hot107.7. He also has performed at special events for Saks Fifth Avenue and other organizations Rahdu’s passion for music exudes in each of his performances. His vision is to increase the appreciation of diverse music and promote the awareness of viable alternatives of music beyond what is presented by mass media.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 3/9/2005
Band Website: digital-djs.com
Band Members: me, my turntables, my music, and you
Influences: DJ Melodic, DJ Jamad, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Kenny Dope, DJ Spinna, Biz Markie & DJ Junior Star
Sounds Like: nu soul / hip hop / acid jazz / rare grooves / down south / reggae
Type of Label: Major

My Blog

Dilla Tribute Mix at www.bamalovesoul.blogspot.com

Mix Tracklisting:1. The Escorts - I Can't Stand To See You Cry - The Best of The Escorts - Priority2. Dilla - Don't Cry - Donuts - Stones Throw3. Dilla; Dwele - Dime Piece(Remix) - The Shining - BBE/B...
Posted by Rahdu on Mon, 11 Feb 2008 05:31:00 PST

New Mix at Bamalovesoul.blogspot.com

Check out my new mix at www.bamalovesoul.blogspot.com 1. Vicki Anderson; Bobby Byrd - You're welcome, Stop On By - Mother Popcorn - Vivid Sound2. 9th Wonder instrumetal - CD-R3. DJ Babu - Dee On - Bea...
Posted by Rahdu on Thu, 31 Jan 2008 07:20:00 PST

New Mix 8-27-2007

Download The New Mix Here! If you Enjoy The Mix Gimme Some Kudos. All Comments Appreciated  1. 9th Wonder Intro Instrumental2. Pharoahe Monch - Bar Tap3. De La Soul - If It Wasnt For yo...
Posted by Rahdu on Tue, 28 Aug 2007 06:37:00 PST

New DJ Rahdu Mix

To everyone who has been asking for a new mix...Here It Is!!! 1. King Most - Daylight2. Common - The People3. Jaylib - Starz4. Oh No; Aloe Blacc - Getaway5. Alison Crockett - So Sweet6. Jill Scott - S...
Posted by Rahdu on Tue, 14 Aug 2007 05:31:00 PST

DSXXX 8-27-2006 playlist

1.Jill Scott A Long Walk(ATOJ Remix) -- Red Star Sounds Vol.1 - Epic2.Bilal You Are --- 1st Born Second Interscope3. Anthony David Smoke One Red Clay Chronicles BrashSegment: InterviewRed Light ...
Posted by Rahdu on Tue, 29 Aug 2006 04:52:00 PST

DSXXX 8-20-2006 playlist

1.Erykah Badu On & on --- Baduizm - Motown2.Dangelo Greatdayindamorning --- Voodoo - Virgin3.Common Nag Champa -- Like Water for Chocolate - MCA4.J Dilla So far to go -- The Shining - BBE5.The Pha...
Posted by Rahdu on Tue, 29 Aug 2006 04:45:00 PST

DSXXX Playlist 8-06-2006

1. Raheem Devaughn --- You - The Love Experience - Jive2. D'angelo - Brown Sugar --- Brown Sugar - Virgin3. Jill Scott - Cross My MInd --- Beautifully Human - Hidden Beach4. Jill Scott - Dreamin' --- ...
Posted by Rahdu on Sat, 12 Aug 2006 03:34:00 PST

DSXXX playlist 7-30-2006 Lyfe Jenningsinterview

1. Maxwell - Sumthin Sumthin (Alternative mix) --- Urban Hang Suite - Columbia2. Jill Scott - Golden (Rotary Connected Mix) --- CD-R3. SSO -Faded Lady ---Dusty Fingers Vol2 - Strictly Breaks4. Bu...
Posted by Rahdu on Mon, 31 Jul 2006 09:23:00 PST

DSXXX playlist 7-23-2006

DSXXX playlist 7-23-2006 Category: Music 1. Jill Scott - Slowly Surely --- Who is Jill Scott - Hidden Beach2. Anthony David - Stop Playing Game --- Red Clay Chronicles - Brash3. J-Live w.Dwele - I'm ...
Posted by Rahdu on Wed, 26 Jul 2006 11:03:00 PST

DiamondSoul XXXperience playlist 7-16-2006

1. ATCQ - Can i kick it --- people's instinctive travels... - Jive2. Lupe Fiasco - kick push --- food and liquor - G.O.O.D.3. Little Brother - The way you do it (Nicolay Remix) --- The Listening - ABB...
Posted by Rahdu on Tue, 18 Jul 2006 05:51:00 PST