The Best of the Boogie Down: Artist Spotlight – Ohene Cornelius
Ohene Cornelius – A movement and a force all on his own BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) The Boogie Down is known for revolutionary artists in Hip-Hop – but think about the most recent artists who’ve come from the Bronx and changed the face of music: Fat Joe, Swizz Beatz, Slick Rick, KRS One, Mary J. [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: Mother’s Day Edition
Special treats for the Moms in your Life in the Boogie Down BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) Mother’s day is this Sunday folks – crept on us way too soon and it is personally NOT hitting me on a pay day, but no one deserves better treatment than the person who gave birth to us, right? [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: Ceetay
A Touch of Japan in the Boogie Down BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) Nearly a decade long search of unsuccessfully trying to find quality sushi in the Bronx and I finally came across what would change your opinion of the Bronx forever (or at least it should!). Ceetay, on Alexander Avenue, is transforming the face of [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: The Kingsbridge National Ice Center (KNIC)
Does the Kingsbridge National Ice Center (KNIC) represent the dawn of a new era in the Bronx? BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) One of the biggest complaint most Bronxites express is that we’re not a tourist attraction. Yes, we have The Bronx Zoo and there’s a tour of the South Bronx – but what other things [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: Event Spotlight – GooFFellas 4/20
BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) Think of comedy in New York City – what’s the first borough that comes to mind? Automatically, Manhattan, right? It’s the stomping grounds for the most famous comedy clubs in the city – Caroline’s, Broadway Comedy Club, Comedy Cellar, just to name a few. Comedians can more recently be found in [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: Artist Spotlight – Sofia Rodriguez
BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) It won’t be long before the name, Sofia Rodriguez, becomes one mentioned in households all over the nation. Acting since she was a small child, Rodriguez has already made waves in multiple well-known projects both on stage (Platanos and Collard Greens) and in film (BQE, The Three Way). Most recently, Rodriguez [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: Artist Spotlight – Hezues R
From Violent Circumstances To A Life of Purpose BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) The number 22 never seemed so powerful. At 2:22 in May of 2001, Hezues R’ was 22 years old when he survived 22 gunshots with a .22 bullet left inside of his stomach. Growing up in a poverty-stricken home and neighborhood in Poughkeepsie, [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: The Garage Bar & Lounge
The Garage Bar & Lounge Knows How To Throw A Party BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) What does it take to be a successful business manager for over a decade? Ask Greg Pinnock, manager of The Garage Bar and Lounge located in the Eastchester section of the boogie down! It takes a successful team of people, [...]
In Theaters: Gimme The Loot
The Film Malcolm and Sofia, two determined teens from the Bronx, are the ultimate graffiti-writers. When a rival gang buffs their latest masterpiece, they must hatch a plan to get revenge by tagging an iconic NYC landmark, but they need to raise $500 to pull off their spectacular scheme. Over the course of two whirlwind, sun-soaked summer days, Malcolm and [...]
Put You On: LD & Jhoni
Rising Latino Duo LD & Jhoni Are About to Change the Game BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) The Latin music scene is about to get blown away by two young artists – LD & Jhoni. A musical collaboration unlike anything we’ve yet to see is breaking the rules with their unique fusion of salsa, reggaeton, and [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: Artist Spotlight – Christopher Estrada
Christopher Estrada: A Star In The Making BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) In my never-ending search for musicians bred in the Boogie Down, I came across someone with that of a mysterious and dark semblance. Meet Christopher Estrada – a singer and actor. I came across his music and was immediately taken aback by his voice [...]
Kickstarter Spotlight: Rubble Kings
The story of NYC’s 1970s gang subculture and how it influenced the cultural phenomenon that is hip-hop. A Brief Intro From The Filmmakers From 1968 to 1975, gangs ruled New York City. Beyond the idealistic hopes of the civil rights movement lay an unfocused rage. Neither law enforcement nor social agency could end the escalating bloodshed. Peace [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: Tosca Café
Bottomless Brunch in the Boogie Down BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) If someone gave you access to unlimited food and drinks, what would you do? Run? Immediately. With brunch being the popular thing to do on weekends now, it’s no surprise the trend is making its way uptown. Tosca Cafe brings a rustic Italian edge to [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: The Bronx Documentary Center
Creating Space for Culture & Photojournalism Uptown BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) When you think of The Bronx, photojournalism and art exhibits don’t necessarily come to mind. In 2011, established photojournalists, Michael Kamber and Danielle Jackson, co-founded the Bronx Documentary Center [BCD] to remedy that. It was created to commemorate the life of fellow photojournalist, Tim [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: Artist Spotlight – Jesenia
Jesenia: Trailblazing with Comedic Gold BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) She was holding a John Belushi book and wearing a shirt that said “Freestyle” with a funky short haircut. These three minor things gave me a brief insight on who this woman was: funny, fresh, and free-spirited. My first exposure to Jesenia was pure fate. With [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: The Bronx Beer Hall
BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) A glass breaks – everyone cheers. Immediately, you’re exposed to the fun and relaxed atmosphere as soon as you walk in. The place is packed to the brim, making it a very successful opening day. The patrons at the bar graciously squeeze in, giving way to find space at the bar [...]
The Best of the Boogie Down: Raine Lounge
Arabian Nights Will Take You Away on 231st Street BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) Transcending into the depths of a beautiful foreign land while you’re in The Bronx is much like a daydream for most of us – that is, until you step into the Sex & The City-like scene of the Morroccan-inspired Raine Lounge. With [...]
Introducing The Best of the Boogie Down
BY Jenni Ruiza (@RuizaJenni) When most people think of the Bronx, a few thoughts initially come to mind: it’s too far Uptown, it’s too dirty or my personal favorite: What’s in The Bronx anyway? There’s got to be something about The Bronx that makes it stand out! Right?! Here’s a few things that immediately stand out: We’re home to one of the best baseball teams [...]
Attached to the Bronx, but Legally in Manhattan | NY Times
By SARAH HARRISON SMITH When the construction of the Harlem River Ship Canal separated Marble Hill from the rest of Manhattan in 1895, the little neighborhood, perched on a high mound of Inwood marble, was suddenly surrounded by water as if by a moat. Two decades later, when Spuyten Duyvil Creek, to its north, was [...]
An Ongoing Nightmare Finally Has a Glimmer of Hope
Story & photos by Angela Bao Bei Bei (@AngelaBaoBeiBei) New York – Jeannette Ocasio had every reason to believe that July 14th, 1986, was the worst day of her life. She received a call from Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx, where her sister Sylvia Ocasio was, brain-dead after a deadly blow to the skull. The [...]
Brides March 2012
BY Caroline Chen (@CarolineYLChen) Contact Caroline: cyc2130@columbia.edu Related: Brides’ March 2010 – Gladys Ricart Remembered Gladys Ricart Remembered – The Brides’ March 2011 We invite you to subscribe to the Uptown Love newsletter, like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter, or e-mail us at UptownCollective@gmail.com.
Circa 95 Pop-Up Shop Closing Party Tonight!
The good folks of Circa 95 are throwing their closing party for their next-generation Pop-Up Shop tonight. There will be a ton of performances. Good people, good vibes and good times. Much love to them for putting together something special; for the people and by the people! For more: http://circa95.com/ Check out: Make Room On [...]
Circa 95 X Classic Material Release Party Goes Down Tonight
For more info: http://circa95.tumblr.com/ BTW: Sip & Shop @ Dyckman Bar ft Classic Material In Pictures Make Room On Your Plate For FREE LUNCH: 7 Questions with Circa 95 We invite you to like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter, or e-mail us at UptownCollective@gmail.com.
The High Bridge Community Fair Goes Down on May 19th
The High Bridge Library Council and the YUCA Arts Program in collaboration with several community organizations, civic and business leaders, and clergy are sponsoring a community-wide Library/Health/Art Fair on May 19th, 2012 from 10am to 3pm at Woodycrest Avenue (167th & 168th Streets). The purpose of the Fair is to celebrate the spirit of collaboration [...]
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