An electrifying fusion of music, culture, and community took center stage at The Cookout, a groundbreaking event that celebrated the intersection of Black Music Month and Juneteenth.
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Hosted by Warner Music Group on Friday, June 21st, 2024 at their Downtown LA headquarters, this unforgettable gathering brought together entertainment industry professionals and community leaders in a spirit of unity and celebration.
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The Cookout showcased the diverse and vibrant tapestry of Black musical expression, with dynamic performances from Rae Khalil, DJs Earry Hall and Okay Coleman!, and youth performers from The Harmony Project. Guests indulged in eats from Earle's on Crenshaw and Southern Girl Desserts, drinks sponsored by Lobos 1707 Tequila and Via Rae, and non-alcoholic cocktails from The Mocktail Club. Simultaneously, a photo booth and spades tournament hosted by the World of Spades cultivated an atmosphere of camaraderie and joy.
The Cookout also served as a way to promote social impact by hosting a fundraiser and showcase for The Harmony Project.
Founded in 2001, The Harmony Project provides music education, mentorship, and social services to underserved youth, empowering them to thrive and succeed.
Founded in 2001, The Harmony Project provides music education, mentorship, and social services to underserved youth, empowering them to thrive and succeed.
The students of The Harmony Project captivated audiences with their remarkable performance, demonstrating the profound impact of arts programming in empowering young minds. Afterward, the organization was presented with a $5,000 check toward instruments for their students from the Guitar Center Foundation.
The Cookout is a testament to the power of collaboration and collective action in the entertainment industry, as it was organized by employee resource groups from Warner Music Group (Kinfolk), YouTube (Black@YouTube), The Recording Academy (Black Music Collective), Spotify (BLK LA), Google (Black Googler Network), Netflix (Black@Netflix), Sony Music (HUE LA), SoundCloud (Clouds of Color), Live Nation (BE Nation), and The SpringHill Company (V.I.B.E — Versed in Black Excellence).
“The event greatly surpassed the already high expectations that we had when the idea first came to us,” exclaimed Dre Swinton. “We look forward to continued collaborations as we honor the unique cultural identities of the people who contribute to our professional organizations.” exclaimed Lily Hailemarim
The Cookout served as a beacon of hope and inspiration through music, culture and community, reminding us of the power of collaboration to drive positive change.
As the sun set on a memorable evening, attendees departed with full hearts and cherished memories, embodying the unity and connection the planning committee intended.
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