By: Tariq Richardson Courtesy: JRoberts Management New York, the vibrant city that never sleeps. It’s home to the iconic Knicks at Madison Square Garden, where the energy is electric. Who can forget the thrill of Aaron Judge launching home runs into the night sky? And we can’t forget about the city’s rich nightlife and music culture. Every time Ace Livingston comes to town, it’s always an atmosphere he enjoys. Livingston knows that New York will always tell the truth—either y

By Stephanie Woods-Mckinney Darryl McDaniels Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Darryl McDaniels, affectionately known as DMC of the Hip Hop group RUNDMC bought some magic to Bed-Stuy Fish Fry located in Co-Op City, the Bronx on Monday, December 15. 2025.  The humanitarian, philanthropist, advocate, rap icon and author is promoting is latest book titled: Darryl’s Christmas in Hollis and signed autographs and cookies for those who came out in the frigid cold to not only get a s

By: Bonita Sostre Photo by Paul Kolnik 2021 Alvin Ailey continues its annual season at City Center, running now through January 4, 2026. This season marks a historic milestone as the first under the leadership of new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack. According to the Ailey website, Mack is a former principal dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, having performed with the company from 2005 to 2008 and again from 2011 to 2014. She joins Ailey from The Juilliard

Akilah H. Green Stepping into Sugar Bar, felt like entertaining a piece of Black cultural history. The legendary performance and gathering space, founded by Valerie Simpson and the late Nick Ashford, celebrated Melba Moore in this new phase of her career, and it was definitely a night to remember. The atmosphere was warm and intimate, wrapped in rich African-inspired décor that felt both regal and familiar. Earth tones, carved wood, and warm lighting gave the venue a soul-de