Puerto Rican Flags Up, a title that rose from the ashes of a man that lost everything. A light at the end of a tunnel, the window that opens after the closing of a door, and the clouds dispersing after a dark time in David Avilés’ life. Born in Harlem, raised and residing in the […]
Month: May 2023
Fredro Starr: 30 Years of Jamaica Queens’ Finest!
Fredro Starr… Let’s stop here for a minute. A preface is needed: I invite the reader to put aside what they think a rapper is. Gold chains, iced out watches, models, fast cars, fast lifestyle, etc. If you make the mistake of boxing Fredro in with a cookie cutter definition, you’ll miss the man completely. […]
YOUR LOVE
Your loveIs like the sunAbove, who looks on us.My heart is bright and burning stillFor you. Ded. My God
Ignite your Life with Wild Vibes Candles by Wilda Diaz
Island magic, true beauty, and childhood memories – it can all be found in a candle. That’s right, a candle. From the sweet smell of dulce de leche to the essence of the ylang ylang tree, Wild Vibes candles will transport you to cherished memories and help you create new ones. Founder and mastermind of […]
The Backstory of @prstrongwepa
William Rivera Goes Against Algorithms, Demographics, And the Toxicity of Likes to Reach the Hearts of All Puerto Ricans After Hurricane Maria
On September 20 of 2017, devastation hit Puerto Rico in the form of a lethal hurricane named Maria. The next day, the moment we were able to step outside the confines of our homes and see the destruction that befell our majestic island, we were struck with a force of grief. For just a moment, […]
Michael Drezin: The Man Behind the 100-word Stories on NYCTastemakers
A lawyer and a writer. Michael Drezin is a name I’ll not soon forget. Honest, relatable, and intuitive, Michael has given me a sneak peek into the life of a Bronx native with a lot of heart who can tell a story like no one else. Here’s an inside look into the man behind the […]
James Patterson Makes Good On $1M Promise To Indies
Less than 10 months after the day James Patterson swore a million-dollar promise, he has kept his word. The best-selling novelist announced he has donated about $437,000 to 81 independent bookstores — a gift that completes his plan to donate $1 million of his own money to support independent booksellers.
FAITH
Your loveIs like the sunAbove, who looks on us.My heart is bright and burning stillFor you. Ded. My God
Javier Rodriguez: New producer to keep an eye out for!
In a world where social media aims to offer only the highlight reel of one’s life work, and even the struggle to “make it” as a creative are romanticized, it is rare to see an account that is simply honest. That is the story of Javier Rodriguez aka The Ghetto Mozart. He’s straightforward, mission oriented, […]
DJ Casper: How A Veteran DJ Went From Night Clubs To DJing For A Cause
Victor “Casper” Santiago, a DJ from the Bronx, has been captivated by the lively and melodious atmosphere of 1970s New York City since his youth. His interest in music was sparked by his father’s classic salsa albums, which he listened to on Saturday mornings while doing chores. Over the years, he has developed a deep […]
SALTY SHORE CINQUAIN
I breatheThe salty airBy the blue ocean’s shoreAs I watch the endless waves againAnd again. Ded. California
Illinois Becomes First State to Pass Bill Aimed at Preventing Book Bans
The Illinois Senate has passed a measure that would help to prevent the practice of banning books, which Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias says is in response to efforts in other states to restrict access to reading materials for political and personal reasons.
