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Origins of the DJ: Grandmaster Flash Turns 63
To many, Grandmaster Flash is praised for being one of the early pioneers of DJing and early hip hop production…
Queens Rapper Kyngjo Making a Leap With ‘Who That’ Official Video
Upon the release of the music video for his single, “Calling Me,” Lefrak city native Kyngjo was happy with how his…
Rita Houston, WFUV Program Director, Dies at 59
Longtime WFUV radio station program director and curator, Rita Houston, has solemnly passed away. A renowned DJ…
A Boogie Arrested Following Birthday Celebration
Bronx rapper, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, was arrested in Bergen County, NJ Monday, Dec. 7th following his 25th…
Anniversary of Mary J. Blige Album ‘My Life’ Recognized with Re-Release
As the anniversary draws near for My Life, the iconic sophomore album from Mary J. Blige, Geffen/Ume records will…
Escaper bassist Greywolf drops debut single “Exit Key”
Greywolf, aka Jay Grey, bassist for rising powerhouse band Escaper, has released "Exit Key,” the first single off…
Bronx Music Heritage Center Presents The Bronx Blast
Bronx Music Heritage Center is bringing viewers the Bronx Blast on their Facebook page. The Bronx Blast are…
A Bronx Tale: The Grateful Dead at Gaelic Park
Although the Grateful Dead's track record with New York State is vast and varied, there's one borough in…
Cardi B’s “WAP” Misses the Mark
Cardi B broke the internet on Friday, August 7 with her new song and video “WAP.” Featuring Megan Thee Stallion,…
This Darkness has got to give: Music Venues in July across New York State
It is now July 2020, the fifth month with minimal, if any, live music performances throughout New York State, let…
Grandmaster Flash’s “The Message” Still Provides Accurate Social…
At some point in our lives, we have all heard the classic hip hop refrain from Grandmaster Flash and the Furious…
The Bronx Music Heritage Center Presents Bronx Music at Home Concerts and…
The Bronx Music Heritage Center has announced that they will continue their concert series through their online…
Uptown Drive-In Festival is Parking Itself at Yankee Stadium
Yankee Stadium parking lots will be filled with cars this summer, but not for the usual reasons. A new festival,…
Ja Rule’s “New York”: How the City Began a War Within from One…
Hit records celebrating a city are supposed to bring people together. Take Ja Rule’s 2004 smash single “New York,”…
Artist 2.0 Review: A Boogie Doubles Down, for Better or Worse
When A Boogie With Da Hoodie announced that he was set to release his third studio album, his fans were jubilant.…
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Releases Much Anticipated ‘Artist 2.0’ Album
Rapper, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie’s highly anticipated, third solo effort has finally arrived. It's backed by two…
Vevo and Fat Joe Present Live Performance of ‘Heaven & Hell’
Vevo announced rapper Fat Joe, as the next artist in their Ctrl series, with a performance of “Heaven & Hell.”…
Consider the Source Announces Plans for New Hybrid Album and Tour Dates For 2020
Instrumental trio, Consider the Source, announced plans for an Acoustic/Electric Hybrid Album which is due to be…
Universal Hip Hop Museum Receives 3.7 Million from NY State, Set to Open in 2023
New York state governor, Andrew Cuomo, has officially signed off on a grant to help sponsor the impending…
Governors Ball anticipates move to the Bronx
Governors Ball may be moving to the Bronx in the future, relocating from Randall's Island to Van Cortlandt Park in…
