Afro-Punk's Blog Posts Tagged 'Brooklyn' (10)

Comedy: Hannibal Buress Presents Double Premiere Party In NY May 20th

On May 20th come to a special edition of Comedy at the Knitting Factory. For one night only the show moves from the front bar into the mainroom for a performance by Hannibal and special guests from 9:00pm-10:20pm. At 10:20 we will screen the documentary "A WEEK TO KILL" which follows Hannibal as he prepares to film his hour special for Comedy Central. Then at 11pm on Comedy Central is the world premiere of HANNIBAL BURESS: ANIMAL FURNACE, Hannibal's first Comedy Central special.…

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Added by Afro-Punk on May 14, 2012 at 7:30am — No Comments

Afro-punk Pictures Presents The Triptych

On MAY 24th @ BROOKLYN MUSEUM, Afro-punk pictures presents The Triptych, in association with Weeksville Heritage Center. This short-film…

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Added by Afro-Punk on April 30, 2012 at 3:30pm — 1 Comment

Bad Brains Movie + US East Coast Tour Dates

It's coming! The Bad Brains movie 'Bad Brains: Band in DC' will be making its world premiere at the SXSW Festival in Austin, TX. Check out the trailer and show times below for a little taste of what to expect. The legendary punk/reggae band is also playing a few US East Coast shows in April - see schedule below. Are you ready?…

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Added by Afro-Punk on February 23, 2012 at 9:00am — 2 Comments

45 Adapters: Spreading The Street Punk Love In Brooklyn & Beyond

Punk is alive and well in Brooklyn baby. And yes, that includes "traditional punk rock", for all you punk ~~snobs~~ and purists. :) AP members 45 Adapters are living proof, with their street punk sound and lyrics like "This Xmas, don't buy shit!". In case you're wondering, they've already released a couple of EPs, the latest being 'Don't Trust Anyone Who Doesn't Dance' (vinyl available…

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Added by Afro-Punk on April 20, 2011 at 4:00pm — 8 Comments

VIDEO: ReadNex Poetry Squad's Ode To Brooklyn, 'A Tree Grows In A Place Called Home'

Groovyyyyy! AP members ReadNex Poetry Squad's latest video sure has us bobbing our heads right now. And not just because it's about Afro-punk's beloved hometown Brooklyn. The collective of poets and activist caught our attention a few months ago with their 'Be Dif'Rent' vid, urging kids to be themselves, and… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on March 11, 2011 at 6:30pm — 1 Comment

Theophilus Live and in Love for Brooklyn Show

Theophilus. I've heard a few of this guy's songs, I've seen him live twice, but I'm still not sure how I feel about the whole Theo thing. I'm leaning on the side of, no. Last night Theophilus played the Music Hall of Williamsburg in Brooklyn after his network television debut on David Letterman. I decided to give him another chance, check him out and see how his show had tighten up since I saw him last year. 3rd song… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on February 16, 2011 at 1:30pm — 4 Comments

Be in Cerebral Ballzy's Next Video, Punkz!

Hey NY Punkz! You know Cerebral Ballzy is a bad-ass up-and-coming punk band, you've watched their videos, downloaded their mixtape... How would you like to be in their next video? They're shooting it tomorrow (Dec. 16) in Brooklyn. Meet them at 2pm by the Morgan Ave. L train stop. The band… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on December 15, 2010 at 2:46pm — 1 Comment

LISTEN: California King Reveal 2 New Tracks

Indie rock band and long-time AP members California King are set to release their new album 'Le Belle Epoque' later this month! Now, don't hold their bad French against them and give a listen to the new tracks they're showcasing here on afropunk.com. :-P These fellas are really passionate about their craft and have been a fixture in the underground New York rock scene. Check them… Continue

Added by Afro-Punk on October 18, 2010 at 12:00pm — 6 Comments

Afro-punk brings Toshi Reagon to Brooklyn Bowl!

After leaving Chicago, Afro-punk and Virgin Mobile returned to Brooklyn for the third and final registration event in New York. This concert at Brooklyn Bowl was a special treat with performances by Toshi Reagon and California King, hosted by Tamar-Kali. More people came out to not only enjoy the special…

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Added by Afro-Punk on September 1, 2010 at 4:30pm — 1 Comment

Sugar, Spice, and all things Spandex

Who wouldn't want to get their fancy tickled up by hot girls blowing bubbles and wearing spandex during a live performance? I recently came across Raye 6 after seeing her perform at an event in Brooklyn and became obsessed by the way she instantly seduced the audience-- 1) with her unapologetically flashy spandex outfit complemented with dancers (also wearing spandex) blowing bubbles around her, 2) this funky blonde and black fro-hawk, 3)…