For the last few years, New Orleans rappers 504icygrl and PoppyH have organized dozens of editions of Nola Secret Sesh. Each event, many of them themed, includes DJs, performances and vendors for parties centered around an appreciation for cannabis.
Over time, though, the seshes have morphed into a community, say 504icygrl and PoppyH, who host events through their brand Krewe Da Label. A love for smoke might have brought people together, but the Nola Secret Sesh also is about art, creativity, local culture and music.
“The music at the sesh sets the whole vibe, and it lets people know what type of community we invite. I think our playlists and the music we use on our posts and ads, it’s obvious this is a connected community, an inclusive community,” 504icygrl says. “Don’t come up in here with racist stuff, with anti-weed stuff. The music shows what the sesh is.”…