Beats on the Pier with Langston

Pier 62 | Free
Friday September 29, 2023, 5–8 pm
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Make some memories and enjoy a beautiful sunset evening on the edge of city and the sound at Beats on the Pier with LANGSTON!

The summer just ended, but it’s not too late to get out and dance into the sunset with Afrobeats and hip hop taking over the Waterfront.

On September 29th join Langston Seattle and Friends of the Waterfront for “Beats on the Pier.” We will have two of the dopest Dj’s across the diaspora spinning music from 5pm-8pm and delicious food from Soul Fusion and the drinks provided by Brown Liquor Cocktails. Seattle born and raised JusMoni, aka Moni Tep, is a mother, singer/songwriter, and founding member of Sway and Swoon DJ Collective. DJ Quins is known for delivering unique mixing style and music selection. Quins builds connections in different communities through music.

Langston’s mission is to strengthen and advance our community through Black arts and culture. Our vision is to Cultivate Black Brilliance. Come and be brilliant with us at “Beats on the Pier.”

Guest DJs

JusMoni aka Moni Tep

DJ, Singer/Songwriter, Sway and Swoon DJ Collective

“JusMoni is the alias of Seattle-based singer-songwriter Moni Tep. Since emerging on the music scene in 2010, she’s released three solo albums while working closely with some of the brightest lights in Seattle’s R&B and hip-hop scenes, including THEESatisfaction, Porter Ray, OCnotes, Chimurenga Renaissance, Tay Sean, and WD4D. She’s one-half of Sway & Swoon with Stas THEE Boss, and a member of world-renowned Black Constellation. With deep roots in the Black church as well as in the traditional music and practices of her motherland Cambodia, her music constantly explores the boundaries of R&B and soul music with songs that touch upon themes of of motherhood, spiritual transformation, the blood’s memory, and family tradition.”

Quote from “Midnight In A Perfect World: JusMoni” by Alex Ruder 

DJ Quins

DJ and Entertainer

DJ Quins is a passionate DJ motivated to perfect his skills and put out quality projects. You can find him every Friday at RAFIKI LOUNGE in Seattle spinning Reggae, HipHop, Dancehall, Top 40 Hits, and more!

Beats and Eats 2023 by Adam Lu

Photo by Brown Liquor Cocktail Co.

Beer Garden at Pier 62 with Brown Liquor Cocktail Go.

Special thanks to Brown Liquor Cocktail Co. for providing delicious adult refreshments at our beer garden!

About our Partners

Brown Liquor Cocktail Co. is about creating experiences through the craft of the cocktail.

A DJ looks out across to a crowd of people roller skating in the sunshine of the pier.

Beats & Eats 2022. Photo by Adam Lu.

Sunset on the waterfront. Photo by Adam Lu, September 1, 2023.

Food

Soul Fusion Food will bring their special mix of down home soul food cooked with intense flavor and passion to the pier!

Free Sensory Kits at Pier 62

  • Heated/scented head wraps
  • Noise cancelling headphones
  • Earplugs
  • Fidget toys
  • and more!

Visit the Pier 62 Welcome Table to learn more. Valid ID required to rent out a kit. For additional access needs, ask a staff person at the Welcome Table and they will do their best to assist you.

Don't miss out on upcoming concerts, celebrations, and classes at Pier 62!

Created in Partnership with

LANGSTON is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization, established in 2016 to lead programming within the historic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute. LANGSTON guides generative programs and community partnerships that center Black art, artists, and audiences and honor the ongoing legacy of Seattle’s Black Central Area. We support a variety of enriching programs, across multiple disciplines, rooted in our mission and values.

LANGSTON was conceived and designed by community members to serve as strong stewardship for this Black arts and cultural hub in Seattle. This reflects community recommendations from a three-year stakeholder engagement process led by the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture.

Generous Support Provided by

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