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Paola Manzano

Bio: Paola Manzano is a Puerto Rican writer majoring in English Lit at the University of Puerto Rico. Her love for writing came from being infatuated with classic literature. She is passionate about her culture and protective of her island. Therefore loves to hike, surf, and explore nature; she considers herself a nomad. She is looking forward to pouring out all that passion into her writing for NYC Tastemakers and is immensely grateful for being a part of this beautifully diverse team.
PastReggaeton Artist

RaiNao

Reggaeton Artist of the Month for August 2023 Instagram Youtube Bio Tentretiene Bio Meet RaiNao, a passionate Puerto Rican urban music artist whose musical journey began 16 years ago when she set her sights on attending the prestigious Libre de Música de San Juan School. Raised in Santurce, San Juan, ...

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ArtistPast

Rawayana

Artist of the Month for August 2023 Twitter Instagram Youtube Tiktok Bio Feriado Bio Rawayana is a dynamic and soulful reggae band hailing from Venezuela. Formed in 2007, the group has garnered international acclaim for their unique fusion of reggae, pop, rock, and Caribbean rhythms, creating a captivating and infectious ...

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Flashback AthletePast

Larry Bird

Flashback Athlete of the Month for August 2023 Bio Highlight Bio Larry Joe Bird, born on December 7, 1956, is a retired American professional basketball player, coach, and executive renowned for his outstanding contributions to the NBA. Widely hailed as one of the greatest basketball players in history, Bird earned ...

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Flashback ArtistPast

Dean Martin

Flashback Artist of the Month for August 2023 Bio Return To Me Bio Dean Martin, known as “The King of Cool,” was an American jazz singer who captivated audiences with his velvety voice and effortless charm. Born Dino Paul Crocetti on June 7, 1917, in Steubenville, Ohio, Martin’s journey to ...

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Books

First Edition of The Hobbit Found in Dundee Charity Shop For £10,000

In a stroke of luck, a charity shop in Dundee, UK stumbled upon a literary treasure among its donations—an incredibly rare first edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved fantasy novel, “The Hobbit.” Cancer Research UK, the charitable organization managing the shop, auctioned the book on eBay and raised a staggering £10,099.50. ...

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DJPast

John “Jellybean” Benitez

DJ of the Month for July 2023 Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Soundcloud Spotify Twitch Bio Jellybean Rocks The House Bio John Benitez, widely known by his stage name Jellybean, was born on November 7, 1957, in the vibrant South Bronx neighborhood of New York City. He possesses an unparalleled talent as a ...

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PastReggaeton Artist

Nicki Nicole

Reggaeton Artist of the Month for July 2023 Instagram Youtube Bio 8 AM Bio Nicole Denise Cucco, known by her stage name Nicki Nicole, is an extraordinary Argentine rapper and reggaeton singer. She comes from the vibrant city of Rosario, Santa Fe, and has risen to prominence with a string of chart-topping hits, ...

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Latin ArtistPast

Danny Ocean

Latin Artist of the Month for July 2023 Instagram Youtube Bio Volare | Visualizer Bio Danny Ocean, whose real name is Daniel Alejandro Morales Reyes, is a talented Venezuelan singer, songwriter, and record producer hailing from the vibrant city of Caracas, Venezuela, and residing in Miami, Florida.  His musical journey took flight ...

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New ArtistPast

Muni Long

“New” Artist of the Month for July 2023 Instagram Youtube Bio Hrs & Hrs Bio Born and raised in Florida, Muni Long‘s incredible journey took her from creating videos in her bedroom to becoming a highly accomplished R&B songwriter and solo artist. Her talents as a co-writer shone through with incredible hits ...

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Books

Inspirational Author to Women, Ama Ata Aidoo, Dies At 81

In the realm of literature, there are those rare individuals whose words transcend time, touching the hearts and minds of readers for generations to come. Ama Ata Aidoo, a remarkable writer, poet, and playwright, was undoubtedly one of those luminaries. As we bid farewell to this extraordinary woman, let us ...

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PastVideo

El Apagón by Bad Bunny

Video of the Month for June 2023 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TCX_Aqzoo4&ab_channel=BadBunny Bad Bunny’s “El Apagón” is a song that addresses social issues all while reflecting on the experiences of his homeland, Puerto Rico. The track draws its name from the recurrent power outages experienced by the people of Puerto Rico. The renowned artist ...

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Flashback ArtistPast

Tina Turner

Flashback Artist of the Month for June 2023 Instagram Bio Whatever You Want Bio This week a legend of rock n’ roll has passed away. Tina Turner, whose real name is Anna Mae Bullock, is an iconic American singer, songwriter, and actress. She was born on November 26, 1939, in ...

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