Montgomery County Public Library’s ‘Just for the Record: A Vinyl Day’ on Saturday, Aug. 10, in Silver Spring Will Feature DJ Johnny 'Juice' Rosado as Keynote Speaker

For Immediate Release: Thursday, August 1, 2024

Montgomery County Public Library’s “Just for the Record: A Vinyl Day” will feature DJ Johnny “Juice” Rosado—composer, producer, turntablist, engineer, musician, educator, lecturer, mentor and hip-hop pioneer—as the keynote speaker for the free annual event at the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library in Silver Spring on Saturday, Aug. 10.

Mr. Rosado’s diverse skills have left an indelible mark on the hip-hop culture, earning him an Emmy and NAACP Image Award nomination. Raised in the Bronx, Mr. Rosado was at the heart of hip-hop's birth and progression. In the late '70s, he mastered the art of breaking (rocking) and became a top-tier dancer and mentor to younger talents, including Busta Rhymes.

“Vinyl Day: Just for the Record” is dedicated to the record and DJ culture in the County. The family-friendly music festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mr. Rosado will speak from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Levine Music space on the library's second floor.

Attendees can participate in workshops on music production, songwriting and album cover painting. They can purchase vinyl records organized by the Friends of the Library, Montgomery County (FOLMC). Registration is not required. Workshops and activities are first-come, first-served.

In the early '80s, Mr. Rosado moved to Long Island, quickly becoming a key player in the nascent local hip-hop scene. His work with Public Enemy, Son of Bazerk and the Bomb Squad production team are legendary, cementing his place in hip-hop history. Over nearly four decades, he has collaborated with iconic artists such as Mandrill, Mavis Staples, Beastie Boys, Slick Rick, Leaders of the New School, KRS-One, DMC, C+C Music Factory, X-Vandals, Billy Joel and Trilogy, showcasing the breadth and depth of his influence. Mr. Rosado’s work on ESPN's “Ali Rap” earned him an Emmy nomination for outstanding music composition.

Currently, his focus has shifted toward film and television scoring. He recently received three NAACP Image Award nominations, including for best album for the soundtrack of “On the Shoulders of Giants,” proving his enduring relevance in a constantly evolving industry.

As the global vice president of The Bronx Boys Rocking Crew, the first Latino breaking (dance) crew, and pioneers of floor rocking since 1975, Mr. Rosado continues to inspire and shape the next generation of hip-hop enthusiasts. His contributions were recently recognized with his induction into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame as a member of Public Enemy in 2008, and again in 2013 with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

This event is generously sponsored by FOLMC, Classroom 2 Community, Levine Music, Mid-Atlantic Scratch League and Urban One.

Library program guidelines:

• Program attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range.
• An adult must accompany children under 8.
• Adults attending programs intended for children must have an accompanying child.

Visit the MCPL website for more information about this event, how to obtain a digital library card and other MCPL offerings.

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Media Contact: Jennifer Garfinkel 240-962-1506
Categories: Library