Sanctuary with Kai Alcé & DJ Kemit @ Block & Drum | DUO Set
- Ages 21+
Sacret sounds for the sonic seeker.
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Location
BLOCK & DRUM
5105 Peachtree Boulevard Building B Chamblee, GA 30341About this event
- Free venue parking
🎶 NO COVER with RSVP (HiFi Lounge and Front Patio) – No distractions. Just pure music.
🪑 LIMITED SEATING – Please RSVP!
🅿️ FREE Parking – Walmart underground garage, short 3min (<0.2mi) walk via well-lit Rail Trail, under Clairmont bridge & you'll see our entrance (Click here for a Parking Map). Additional & free, Keswick Park and limited street parking on McGaw Dr.
💫 VALET Parking – Located behind Nathan's Driving School (note: fills up fast!)
🚫 ABSOLUTELY NO PARKING on the service road to Block & Drum’s front door—reserved for emergency and authorized vehicles only. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense, no exceptions.
🍸 Drinks: Craft cocktails, mocktails & curated spirits
🚚 Food truck on-site – July 19: Nano's Tacos @nanostacosatl
🚫 No outside food or drinks allowed
Feel the energy and enter the realm of Sanctuary—a hi-fi musical experience co-hosted by two of Atlanta’s finest: Kai Alcé and DJ Kemit. Held at Block & Drum, this bi-monthly series invites you into an intimate space where every note is an invitation to move, feel, and connect.
On August 2nd, witness a powerful union as Kai Alcé and DJ Kemit guide the night—crafting a masterful soundscape of deep rhythms, soulful grooves, and timeless energy that moves far beyond the speakers and straight into your spirit.
How the night flows:
- HiFi Lounge + Front patio bar (free with RSVP experience). Our garage-style windows roll up so the set floats outdoors. Whether you're in our HiFi lounge or at a café table on our front patio, sip a craft cocktail, and let the grooves wash over the night air.
- Courtyard is ticket-only for AlleyCat Party event. Hi-Fi guests chill indoors or on the front patio; courtyard access is reserved for that separate ticketed event.
Why You Should Attend
- Legendary DJs: Kai Alcé and DJ Kemit are renowned for weaving masterful sets that blend classic house, soul, Afro, funk, and beyond.
- Immersive Atmosphere: Block & Drum sets the perfect vibe with top-tier sound and intimate ambiance. Whether you're swaying in your seat, vibing at the bar, or letting the music carry you in the way only true sonic seekers understand. No distractions. Just pure, immersive listening.
- Crafted Cocktails / Mocktails & Vibes – A laid-back but electric energy where good music and good company thrive.
- Sacred Sounds: “Sacred Sounds for the Sonic Seeker” means every track is carefully selected to elevate your spirit, move your body, and inspire joy.
Who’s This For?
- Music lovers, dancers, audiophiles, and anyone seeking a soulful night out.
- Anyone craving a safe, uplifting space to reconnect with community and culture.
🎶 Schedule & Special Guest DJs
Sanctuary is an ongoing series held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, with each night offering a unique sonic experience. Registration is available for the next upcoming event, with future dates and special guests announced on a rolling basis.
🔹 Next Event: Aug 2 – Kai Alcé & DJ Kemit (DUO SET) – A powerhouse night with both legends behind the decks, delivering soulful, deep, and unmissable vibes.
🔹 Upcoming Dates: Occasionally, we’ll welcome special guest DJs—stay tuned for lineup updates!
(Follow @BlockAndDrum for the latest 👉 https://www.instagram.com/blockanddrum.)
Frequently asked questions
Yes! Sanctuary with Kai Alcé & DJ Kemit at Block & Drum is a free event. However, registration is highly encouraged due to limited seating and high demand.
Plenty of FREE parking options! Use Walmart’s underground garage (0.2mi walk via Rail Trail), Keswick Park, or McGaw Dr. Limited street parking. Valet also available at the lot behind Nathan’s Driving School. Rideshare encouraged!
Sanctuary is a bi-monthly curated hi-fi listening experience featuring Kai Alcé and DJ Kemit at Block & Drum. Held on 1st and 3rd Saturdays, it’s a night dedicated to deep, soulful music, rich analog sound, and communal vibes in an intimate setting.
DJ Kemit is an Atlanta legend known for his deep, soulful sets that blend house, funk, Afrobeat, and more. A former member of Arrested Development, he brings decades of musical knowledge, energy, and spirit to every performance.
Kai Alcé is a pioneering DJ and producer known for his soulful, deep house sound. A key figure in Atlanta’s music scene with Detroit and NYC roots, he’s the founder of NDATL and a global ambassador of high-quality, groove-driven selections.
We update the schedule on a rolling basis. Follow @blockanddrum for updates on future dates and special guests! https://www.instagram.com/blockanddrum
The vibe is easygoing — come early, settle in, and enjoy the space. The venue opens as a coffee shop, with drinks flowing in the hi-fi lounge as the day unfolds. Kai Alcé and DJ Kemit guide the night, but we recommend arriving early to claim your seat and sip into the experience.
Block & Drum is designed as a listening space, but movement is welcomed! While there’s no designated dancefloor, attendees are free to move, sway, and vibe in their own space.
If the event reaches capacity, unregistered guests will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis as space allows. To avoid missing out, we strongly recommend registering ahead of time.
Feel free to reach out to hello@blockanddrum.com for any additional questions.
Register & show up! Your presence helps keep the energy alive. Spread the word! Share the event with like-minded music lovers. Engage with Block & Drum & the artists on social media to help build the community.
Yes, but seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes! Block & Drum will serve a curated selection of craft cocktails, mocktails, and premium spirits to complement the vibe. No outside food is allowed - each event will feature a rotating food truck on-site.
No, outside food is not allowed. A food truck will be on-site at each event, offering a variety of delicious options.
Expect an expertly curated journey through deep house, soul, Afro-inspired grooves, and jazz-infused rhythms. Kai Alcé and DJ Kemit are known for crafting rich, immersive sets that elevate the listening experience.
Sanctuary is an ongoing series, and only the next event date is open for registration at any given time. Once an event concludes, the next date will be made available for sign-ups. Follow @blockanddrum for updates on future dates and special guests! https://www.instagram.com/blockanddrum
Absolutely! Our garage-style windows open wide so you can catch DJ Kemit's set from the front patio bar—perfect for mingling and fresh air.
The courtyard hosts a separate, ticketed AlleyCat Event. Hi-Fi Lounge guests enjoy a free experience and should remain inside or on the front patio. If you’d like to join the courtyard event, simply purchase a AlleyCat Event ticket.