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A Brooklyn Milestone: 10th Go-Round for Americana Festival

August 30, 2024 by David K. Moseder

The mostly free 10th annual Brooklyn Americana Music Festival (BAMF) is set for Sept. 12 through 15 at multiple venues in Dumbo and Red Hook,... read article

“Diorama” – Sam Rappaport’s Emotional Journey of Introspection

August 28, 2024 by Giulia Arlia

Brooklyn-based Sam Rappaport, raised in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley, is known in the Brooklyn music scene for experimenting in different genres such as pop,... read article

Jazz Is Back at the 70th Newport Jazz Festival !

August 28, 2024 by Kyra Kverno

Editor’s Note: Contributing Photographer Kyra Kverno shares some of her images and observations from 2024’s Newport Jazz Festival in Rhode Island: The Newport Jazz Festival... read article

Afropunk Blktopia Debuts at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!

August 23, 2024 by Michela Arlia

Brooklyn is set to host an extraordinary celebration of Black creativity and culture as Afropunk Blktopia makes its highly anticipated debut at this year’s BRIC... read article

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Ok Cowgirl Wows the Brooklyn Rock Scene

July 31, 2024 by Giulia Arlia

Ok Cowgirl is an indie rock band based in Brooklyn, whose contagious energy empowers them from the recording studio to the stage. The band, formed... read article

Celebrate Brooklyn! , Afropunk Brooklyn and Kings Theatre Imagery

July 25, 2024 by B.L. Howard

Contributing Photographer Kyra Kverno shares some of her images from BRIC’s Celebrate Brooklyn! Afropunk Festivals and the Kings Theatre .

Lake Street Dive In The Moment / photo by Shervin Lainez

Lake Street Dive / photo by Shervin Lainez

Harmonies in Motion: Lake Street Dive’s Genre-Defying Journey in ‘Good Together'”

July 19, 2024 by Michela Arlia

Brooklyn-based band Lake Street Dive stands out in the contemporary music scene for their unique fusion of soul, pop, jazz, and rock elements. This continues... read article

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All I Ever Wonder-A Soulful Musical Journey Through Life’s Highs and Lows

July 7, 2024 by Michela Arlia

Brooklyn-born singer, songwriter, producer, and engineer Johnny Burgos’ latest album, All I Ever Wonder, is a soulful exploration that seamlessly blends R&B, R&B, Hip Hop,... read article

American Nomads photo by Sarah Duval

AMERICAN NOMADS HAVE A WHOLE LOTTA NEW MUSIC IN THE WORKS

June 22, 2024 by David K. Moseder

Greenpoint-based American Nomads have 20 new songs “in various stages of recording, mixing and mastering,” in their Brooklyn recording studio, founding member Walter Kenul tells... read article

Dragon Knights Stilt Walkers Kyra Kverno

The Photo Pit-Festival International

June 18, 2024 by Kyra Kverno

Editor’s Note: Contributing Photographer Kyra Kverno shares some of her images and observations from 2024’s Festival International in Lafayette, Louisiana : Festival International is a... read article

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Janet LaBelle Takes the Spotlight: Blending Vintage Vibes with Modern Magic

Janet Labelle With Guitar In Hand / photo by John Nyboer

Dynamic Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Janet LaBelle continues to push her creative boundaries. Known for her unique ability to fuse analog warmth with modern production, LaBelle has been praised by Jersey Beat for her “sweet voice and sharp, thoughtful songwriting,” and her newest projects are no exception. Her music defies easy categorization, effortlessly blending elements of folk, classic rock, and pop into a sound that feels both fresh and timeless. LaBelle recently released her single “Day in the Sun” on September 13 via her own Wild Violet Records, and it has already been captivating audiences with its sunny melodies and deeply personal narrative. The song, inspired by a meaningful hike with a friend in 2023, showcases her talent for finding beauty in simplicity, a theme that resonates through much of her work. The inclusion of horns marks an exciting creative evolution, adding a new layer of depth to her already richly textured sound. Throughout her career, LaBelle has explored a wide range of musical styles. She first made waves as a teenager in the punk-pop band Avery, and since then, her solo work has spanned genres like classic rock, folk, pop, and even French chanson. Her previous EPs, including Moon Songs (2010) and Blossom & Blue (2011), demonstrate her eclectic tastes, with influences ranging from surf rock to vintage country. Working with respected producers such as Evan Taylor (Bernie Worrell) and Tony Maimone (Pere Ubu, They Might Be Giants), LaBelle continues to expand her sound, evolving with each new release. Fans can catch her live at upcoming performances, including a show at Our Wicked Lady on September 24th and at Sleepwalk on December 3rd. These live shows will give listeners a chance to hear both her new and classic material in an up-close setting. Her combination of memorable songs, captivating performances and a unique voice sets her apart as an artist who continues to rise, drawing listeners in with every new creation.

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