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SATURDAY 16
Brit neo-punks The Cribs are riding a wave of much deserved success with the release of their fourth album Ignore The Ignorant. Recently, the trio teamed-up with guitarist Johnny Marr of The Smiths and literally transformed their typical indie boy band sound into one of the UK’s biggest bands around. Check them out live […]
Celebrity gossip blogger Perez Hilton just announced that he’s in talks with former American Idol creator Simon Fuller and Madonna’s tour director Jamie King to discover the next big boy band. If you’re between the ages 18-21, upload your best b-band video to www.boybandsearch.com. “We are looking for the best, brightest and boldest! This is […]
FRIDAY 15
UK DJ and producer Switch has worked with M.I.A., Santogold and more recently collaborated with Diplo on the genius electro-dancehall project Major Lazer, which spawned a couple of dance floor hits like Hold The Line and Pon de Floor. Tonite, he’s in NYC with what is sure to be a bash-up DJ set at […]
THURSDAY 14
Pussy Faggot!
The dawn of 2010 sees the return of Pussy Faggot!, a super-size evening of queer performance and culture presented by New York City’s downtown impresario EARL DAX. Occupying three floors, the night is co-hosted by legendary performance artist Penny Arcade and fashion icon and actress Sophia Lamar. The international mix of artists is […]
No…Lady Gaga doesn’t have her own Barbie doll yet, but 29 y/o artist Veik from Beijing is an avid fan, and he’s been creating DIY looks on Barbie’s for over a decade. His latest obsession is Gaga, who’s over-the-top fashions are the perfect inspiration for one of Veik’s meticulous projects. Check out some of his […]
SUNDAY 10
It’s gonna be a bit chilly for today’s annual No Pants Subway Ride…severe shrinkage is expected! NPSR is the brainchild of Charlie Todd, and improvisation performer and teacher in NYC. His events are more like installations than just shambolic acts of pointless mayhem. Check out his site www.improveverywhere.com for a list of meeting points […]
Ice Cold: An Exhibition of Hip-Hop Jewelry celebrates hip-hop’s cultural influence through stunning jewelry worn by some of its iconic stars.
Highlights include Slick Rick’s gem-encrusted crown, the Notorious B.I.G.’s legendary gold ‘Jesus piece,’ the diamond-studded Roc-A-Fella medallion for the record label co-founded by Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj’s sparkling ‘Barbie’ pendant, and pieces from Erykah Badu, A$AP Rocky, Joey […]
THURSDAYS
Star Search is NYC’s longest-running drag competition! For over three decades, this show has featured a variety of hosts from Shequida to Peppermint, from Tina Burner to the late legend Sweetie (not to mention all of the budding talented contestants!)…and thee current host Kizha Carr. Who will be the next shining star? DJ TK.
Barracuda, 275 […]
