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Sharafa Odusanya

Sharafa Odusanya

Sharafa Odusanya is the Sports & Music Editor at The Knockturnal, covering concerts, festivals, album releases, artist interviews, and the ever-evolving music landscape. Since joining the publication in 2024, he has reported on everyone from emerging artists to Grammy-winning performers, earning recognition for his thoughtful storytelling and engaging event coverage. A Los Angeles native of Nigerian American descent, he draws on firsthand experience producing sold-out music festivals and a passion for discovering artists across genres, giving him a unique perspective on the industry and connecting audiences with both established stars and emerging talent.

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Rémy Martin’s ‘This Is My City’ Campaign Stops in Los Angeles

by Sharafa Odusanya May 19, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

On May 12, Rémy Martin brought its “This Is My City” campaign to Los Angeles, celebrating the creatives and cultural tastemakers shaping the city through music, fashion, film, and community.

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Très LA Bistro & Café Debuts at Pacific Design Center

by Sharafa Odusanya May 11, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

West Hollywood officially welcomed a new dining destination on Friday night as Très LA Bistro & Café hosted its Grand Opening Debut inside the iconic Pacific Design Center. 

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Bryan Cranston Celebrates Next Chapter of Dos Hombres Tequila

by Sharafa Odusanya May 11, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

On Cinco de Mayo, Bryan Cranston brought the next chapter of the Dos Hombres brand to Novikov Beverly Hills, where guests gathered for an intimate happy hour celebrating the launch of Dos Hombres Blanco Tequila.

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UNO and Vrbo Turn Home Into Game Night Getaway

by Sharafa Odusanya May 11, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

On May 5, Mattel and Vrbo welcomed press to the Hollywood Hills for an early preview of their new UNO x Vrbo collaboration, a limited-time travel experience transforming vacation rentals into immersive game night destinations inspired by the iconic card game.

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Jozzy Delivers Intimate, High-Impact Set at Blue Note Los Angeles

by Sharafa Odusanya May 4, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Blue Note Los Angeles set the stage for an intimate late-night performance on April 24, as Jozzy took over the room for her 9:30 p.m. set.

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Ari Lennox Balances New and Classic Hits at YouTube Theater

by Sharafa Odusanya April 30, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Ari Lennox brought her Vacancy Tour to YouTube Theater, where a live band anchored the production and a fully engaged crowd met a performance that felt both elevated and deeply personal, reflecting the growth she has embraced in this new era.

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Documentary on Jerry West Premieres in Los Angeles

by Sharafa Odusanya April 17, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Prime Video brought out a strong crowd Monday night to The Culver Theater for the world premiere of Jerry West: The Logo, drawing a mix of NBA legends, filmmakers, and longtime figures connected to West’s legacy.

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Inside Marquis Moments with Soulection

by Sharafa Odusanya April 14, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Crown Royal Marquis and Soulection brought their “Marquis Moments with Soulection” tour to Los Angeles on April 8, delivering an intimate night centered on music, culture and community. The event took place at Detour, where a packed room of fans, creatives and industry tastemakers gathered for a live experience rooted in Soulection’s signature genre-blending sound.

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Arin Ray Sets Tone at Blue Note Los Angeles

by Sharafa Odusanya April 13, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

Arin Ray pulled up to Los Angeles and delivered exactly the kind of night you hoped for if you’re tapped into real R&B. Smooth, intentional, and personal from start to finish.  Set inside Blue Note Los Angeles, the night carried a little extra weight. The venue has quickly carved out a reputation as one of the city’s premier intimate stages, blending jazz roots with a forward-thinking mix of R&B, soul, hip-hop, and live instrumentation. It’s the type of room where artists don’t just perform, they connect.

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Dave Brings ‘The Boy Who Played the Harp’ Tour to Life

by Sharafa Odusanya April 10, 2026
written by Sharafa Odusanya

There’s something different about a Dave show when it hits Los Angeles. Maybe it’s the distance from Brixton, maybe it’s the global reach of the sound, or maybe it’s the realization that UK rap is no longer regional, it’s fully embedded in the culture. Whatever it is, last Friday at the Hollywood Palladium, Dave made it clear that his voice travels just fine.

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