💡 I promised playlists…

I’m beyond excited to share a long-awaited passion project with you all!

Starting in 2025, my dear friend DJLX of the Diasporadio Show and I are teaming up to bring something truly special to this newsletter.

We’re calling it Salon @315.

The idea behind Salon @315 is a modern twist on the salons of yore—those intimate gatherings where people came together to debate, exchange ideas, and spark creativity (and yes, maybe … revolutions!)

Think of these playlists as our way of reimagining that tradition.

We hope these playlists power your deep work or flow time in 2025!

But in today’s case?

We hope you catch a VIBE for NYE while listening in!

A quick intro to my collaborator in crime

But before we get going with the tunes, let me first introduce the inimitable DJLX.

Meet Zanda: Father, husband, polyglot, and creative genius that brings Diasporadio to the good people each and every week.

A Note from DJLX

“Music is my love language and I believe that rhythm is what moves us all. When I’m making these sets, most times I am imagining how y’all the listeners will vibe. This first episode was really easy because it was performed in front of a big multicultural audience at Brie’s wedding in ‘22. Understandably, the flavors found within span quite a few countries and continents… and also ages. There could not be a more fitting inaugural session. From our hearts to yours, enjoy the show!” - DJLX

DJLX created The DiaspoRADiO Show as an experiment in sonic freedom. The show broadcasts on Mondays at 1:00AM on Portland’s KXRY 91.1 FM, 107.1 FM and everywhere in the world on XRAY.FM if you want more!

🎬 Without further ado, dem beats 👇

This first playlist is family-friendly(ish)—full disclosure: there’s an f 💣 in a song or two.

First drop includes: Fela Soul, ABBA, Jackson 5, Third Eye Blind, Gorillaz, and more!

We hope you enjoy 💃🏽

So go ahead and 🎧 give it a listen already!

Here’s to a year ahead of building something beautiful!

And happiest of New Years!

With gratitude,
🎵 Brie and DJLX 🎵