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50% off BKc + Rock The Block
Everyone needs to hit up the BKc 50% off everything sale for to snag some dope pick ups for less. You’ll leave there knowing you look fly and then…
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head over to Dumbo for the annual Rock The Block BK event. It’ll be a great scene for all different types of folk so come out and network. The day will include a fashion show, marketplace with urban merchants, a party and more. The tickets are available online now and are pretty much the only way to guarantee entrance. It’s bound to be a packed event and tickets will of course be more money the day of. Hit up rocktheblockbk.com for tickets and more info.
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A Long Weekend: All Points West Music & Arts Festival
Where can you see Jay-Z, Coldplay, Tool, MGMT, The Cool Kids, and about 60 other acts live? Well, before I found out about the All Points West Music & Arts Festival (APW), I would’ve told you “NOWHERE!! THAT’S IMPOSSIBLE”. But I can’t say that because this weekend, from July 31-August 2, you will get the opportunity to witness artistic history. APW will be held at Liberty State Park in Jersey City and you can get your tickets now right here. Be sure to keep everyone updated on your opinions of the show via Twitter if you make it and follow us @MN_Eminent!!!
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Erykah Badu & Janelle Monae Live @ Governors Island
A soulful veteran links up with an eclectic new comer in what is sure to be a musically historical event. This is the only description I could think of when I learned that Erykah Bada would be featuring Janelle Monae on her 4th World War tour at Governers Island on August 4th. Ms. Badu has been a long time favorite of mine, and the impact she’s had on music has been uncanny. Janelle Monae came out of the gate like a race horse on the track to success and she has yet to stop running. This is bound to be a sold out affair folks so you may want to get your tickets now. If you haven’t seen anything spectacular this Summer as of yet, meet me at Governors Island on Tuesday, August 4th 2009.
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Food Bytes: The Posthouse
Although I wanted to fully experience restaurant week and try an array of venues, scenes and tastes, I only ended up going to one place, but I loved it. Me and my homegirl Jamila went to ‘The PostHouse’ located at 28 E 63rd St between Park and Madison. We had a reservation so we got a table rather quickly but the place was pretty packed. Since it was my first time there I wasn’t sure whether the crowd was because it was Friday, because it was restaurant week or whether that was the normal scene. Either way, as with all venues that participate in restaurant week there was a prix-fix menu that included an appetizer, entree, and dessert for a set price. For an appetizer I had the ‘Tuna Tartar’ which was delicious. I had never had it before but it reminded me of sushi in that the tuna was served raw, over fresh avocado. It came over ice and had a vinaigrette of some sort which brought out the flavor more. For my entree I had the rack of lamb, medium well, that came with sauteed spinach. It was seasoned nicely and cooked to perfection. I had the cheesecake for dessert which was pretty standard. All in all I had a great time and would probably go back, they also had a pretty robust wine menu. The prices were somewhat more than what I’d pay for an average night out, but it seemed like a nice place for a special occasion or a special person.
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Michael Jackson Tribute #3: Chris Brown Thriller
Everyone does renditions of Michael when they hear his music, but I think Chris Brown has come the closest. It’s almost as if he has the power of Michael. Check it out
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NYC Restaurant Week is back again
Dining out is a major industry in almost any big city. Saving money on dining out is even more major! Make sure you participate in the summer NYC restaurant week starting on July 12 and get some great food for less. It’s a good time to taste a type of food you’ve never eaten or visit a restaurant you’ve always wanted to try. Hit the NYC Restaurant Week site for a list of participating restaurants.
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Brooklyn Loves Spike Lee
Hello Brooklyn!! Greetings to the rest of the world as well but specifically Brooklyn. In case you were not informed, there has been a tribute to Spike Lee going on since June 25th and will go through June 30th which has been named Spike Lee Day! From art galleries to poetry slams, everyone is paying homage to one of the greatest filmmakers to ever do it. You may have missed a few days of the festival already but it’s not over!! Click here for a list of events and be sure to “Do The Right Thing” and attend whatever you can!!
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Butch Diva Artist/Designer/Model Call Event Tonight 6/19
Calling all Models, Artists and Designers.
Come out to ReBAR tonight from 7-9 for an exclusive event hosted by BUTCH DIVA / MINORITY REPORT / BROOKLYN SYNDICATE and COUP D’ ETAT ARTSÂ
it’s located at 147 Front St. (btwn Jay & Pearl st.) in Dumbo/Bklyn
Model Requirements:Â
- Age 19-25, residing in NY
- All Ethnicities
- 5′4 – 6″
- Sizes 0-8
- Portfolio (if available)
- Heels (be prepared to walk)
Artist + Designer requirements:
- Portfolio and 2-3 samples of your work
*Note, we are looking for painters and grafitti type artists…
Please RSVP to butchdiva@gmail.com!!!!Â
Subject Heading > June 19th Screening
**Afterparty immediately following!Â
30yrs Deep of Hip-Hop, & R&B Tribute Party 9pm -until
Music by Ahficionados, w/ guest set by DJ Goldfinger
Free admission ALL NIGHT!
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Death Of Autotune- Jay-Z
If you haven’t heard this record yet….Just listen. I’ll get in to the hype later. But for now. Just. Listen.
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I Love New York: Habana Outpost
If you don’t have any solidified warm weather hang out spots, consider this a favor. Habana Outpost, located in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, is one of the best places to be when the sun is shining and the temperature is above 70 degrees. Between the networking opportunities with the people that frequent it, the food, and the refreshing frozen drinks, this is the best place to start your day in my humble opinion. They host tons of events during the Spring and Summer months and they had KRS One perforat their block party recently! And if that wasn’t enough, they also open up their establishment as a market place on Saturdays for vendors to come and sell their goods. You can find anything from artwork to clothing. Not to mention you can find me in there talking to as many beautiful ladies as my mind can manage! Come through to mix and mingle and buy me a mojito. Check out the pics from my recent Habana Outpost visits. You’re welcome!!!
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Blake Carrington Feat. O-Sound – Give Me My Yeezy’s!
This is a hilarious song over the Heartless beat. At first I thought it was gonna be just a verse but they re-did the whole song, chorus, bridge and all. I’m feelin it, and the lyrics are pure comedy. Good work from these two, lol.
via: Marcus Troy
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