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The Photo Pit : Celebrating “Made In Brooklyn” Music Through The Lens

May 5, 2021 by B.L. Howard

Publisher’s Note: 2012 was a hallmark of a year for live music events in Brooklyn , with an awe inspiring lineup of world class musicians... read article

Bruce Springsteen In The Crowd photo by Debra L. Rothenberg

The Photo Pit-Jersey Born Photogapher Captures Music-BK Style!

April 1, 2021 by Debra L. Rothenberg

Brooklyn Roads’ Contributing Photographer Debra L. Rothenberg shares some of the iconic images and experiences about Brooklyn’s music scene. She is an award winning photographer... read article

The Photo Pit: Barclays and Beyond

March 2, 2021 by B.L. Howard

Award-winning international event and concert photographer Dennis Manuel shares some of his incredible portfolio of music events taken in Brooklyn. He has covered scores of... read article

The Photo Pit -“Behind The Scenes”!

September 12, 2020 by Jeff Fasano

Photographer Jeff Fasano Shares Insights and Rare Images from his Behind The Scenes portfolio. Viewable on his website at http://www.jefffasano.com/behind-the-scenes. I learned the craft of photography... read article

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The Decemberists Dive In To Celebrate Brooklyn! photo by Al Pereira

The Photo Pit Finds a Familiar Home at Celebrate Brooklyn!

May 21, 2020 by Al Pereira

Brooklyn Roads’ Contributing Photographer Al Pereira shares some thoughts and masterful images from Celebrate Brooklyn! With summer fast approaching and the stay-indoors order continuing to... read article

Third World On Stage at Metrotech - photo by Arnie Goodman

The Photo Pit-Captures From BAM’s R& B Festival at Metrotech-Third World

September 3, 2019 by Arnie Goodman

Brooklyn Roads Magazine’s Contributing Photographer Arnie Goodman shares his thoughts and some masterful images of Third World’s performance at BAM’s R & B Festival at... read article

The Photo Pit -Captures From The 2019 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival

July 24, 2019 by Kyra Kverno

Editor’s Note: Brooklyn Roads Magazine’s Contributing Photogapher Kyra Kverno shares her thoughts and some magical images of the 2019 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival... read article

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Ricky Stein: Texas Roots in Brooklyn

Ricky Stein/ photo courtesy of the artist

If you’re looking for music inspired by New York City with a Texan flare, look no further than Ricky Stein, a Brooklyn-based artist originally from Austin, Texas. Stein is a singer-songwriter whose music is grounded by a combination of his upbringing in Texas and his present life in the bustling streets of New York City and Downtown Brooklyn. Stein has an impressive discography of singles and albums, and since moving to New York City in August 2016, he has released a full album, “Long Summer” and many singles. Stein’s music is best defined as Americana and roots, with folk-infused acoustic and electric guitars, and his lyrics paint vivid images of nature and life. The listener feels connected to Stein, as his musical stylings resemble talent from the likes of John Prine and Bonnie Raitt. His most recent single, “Passenger,” highlights Stein’s talents with a strong harmonica section. The song’s instrumentation and structure is built on one verse, which compliments the song’s message about the uncertainty and ominousness of being a passenger on a long journey. Another standout, “Street Lights,” is a lighthearted commentary on the comfort of hope, the street lights representing persistent light even in the dead of night. Stein’s live performances are carefully tailored, his sets performed at local venues in Brooklyn like Pete’s Candy Store and many other venues known to support live roots and country music. His talents are always showcased, whether performing a solo show with a guitar and harmonica or being supported by a full band. Stein’s upcoming months are packed with performances at many venues, including Saturday, January 11th at Skinny Dennis Bar in Williamsburg and Friday, March 7th at Sunny’s Bar in Red Hook. You won’t want to miss it!

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