Drums vs D.J.
Saturday, August 8th
4pm-6pm
A sonic experiment in South Dennis. What happens when you combine vinyl records with live percussion? Find out Saturday, August 8th at 4pm!
Rhythmryder is a local legend and an all-vinyl DJ. His record collection is only dwarfed by his musical knowledge. If you frequent the brewery, you are aware of how talented he is.
Speaking of talent... newcomer Malachi Samuels is a force on the drum kit. He will be bringing his skills to South Dennis and will provide grooves over Rhythmryder's vinyl jams.
You will not want to miss this one!
Malachi Samuels is a drummer and emerging artist whose sound is rooted in R&B, reggae, funk, Motown, and jazz. He began playing in the church and has since performed at a jazz festival in Providence, campus music festivals, and venues throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts.
A student at The Hartt School at the University of Hartford, Malachi has also completed Berklee College of Music’s Five-Week Summer Performance Program and studied under acclaimed drummers Jonathan Barber and Charles Goold. His playing draws inspiration from artists including Art Blakey, Max Roach, Philly Joe Jones, Jonathan “Sugarfoot” Moffett, and Larnell Lewis.
Beyond performing, Malachi serves as Vice President of Hartbeat Collective, his campus record label, where he helps support collaboration and new creative work. He brings energy, musicality, and a deep respect for tradition to every performance.