Category: 2021

“Women Leading the Music Industry” Virtual Panel Discussion

New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) is pleased to present a series of events showcasing new recordings, music videos, and panel discussions with industry professionals to celebrate women-identifying artists and recipients of the NYC Women’s Fund for Media, Music and Theatre.

Panelists will discuss their career trajectories in the music industry and the roadblocks that they have overcome along the way. The panel will showcase the expertise of Nikisha Bailey, Vice President of A&R Admin + Operations for Artist Partner Group; Christal Jerez, audio engineer; and Marietta Ulacia, Executive Director of the Afro Latin Jazz Alliance of New York. 

Date: Monday, March 8, 2021

Avoiding Metadata Disasters: How Independent Creators and Companies Can Win the Data Game

Even seasoned independent labels and artists can find the world of metadata registration and management tricky at the best of times, and nightmarish at the worst. One mistake can cost an artist thousands of dollars in lost sync license revenue opportunities, or bury their music at the bottom of an algorithmic pile. In addition to this, data standards and registration bodies move quickly — leaving creators feeling left behind and frustrated. Verifi Media has run a series of research projects into deconstructing the myth and mystery of metadata in order to help creators, labels and publishers win the data game and mitigate against disaster. Join Chloe Johnson of Verifi Media and Anya Marina, independent artist and label owner, for a presentation and discussion on metadata best practices using real-life examples and practical steps. The webinar will conclude with a Q&A. 

 Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2021, 1:00 – 2:00 PM

Music By the Book

Bronx Music Heritage Center Artistic Directors Bobby Sanabria and Elena Martinez interview authors of recent books with topics covering all things musical. The authors will take questions from viewers during the program.

Puerto Rican composer Prof. Rafael Aponte Ledee, considered one of the most important contemporary classical composers of our times, will discuss his book, El Ombligo de la Plena.  This interview will be conducted in Spanish.

Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2021, 8:00 PM

Can’t Stop Won’t Stop: New York and the Birth of Hip-Hop

This panel will talk about hip-hop’s roots and why it continues to be one of New York City’s great contributions to global culture. It will feature stories from the pioneering hip-hop family of DJ Kool Herc and Cindy Campbell, whose August 1973 party is commonly cited as the beginning of the hip-hop movement. And from Davey D and Rob Kenner, who almost half a century later work through hip-hop to advance social change 

Panelists:

  • Davey D, hip-hop journalist, activist and historian, co-author of “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop: A History of Hip-Hop, Young Adult Edition”
  • DJ Kool Herc, “the Father of Hip-Hop”
  • Cindy Campbell, the “Mother of Hip-Hop”
  • Rob Kenner – hip-hop/dancehall journalist and filmmaker, author of “The Marathon Don’t Stop”
  • Moderated by Jeff Chang, co-author of “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop: A History of Hip-Hop, Young Adult Edition”

Date: Thursday, April 29, 2021, 5:00 – 6:00 PM

Club 300 Unplugged: Andy Suzuki & The Method

Club 300: Unplugged, created by music executive and music- industry visionary, Kevin Liles, is a LIVE-music series created during the pandemic and dedicated to independent artists. These special NY Music Month Extended Play episodes were recorded at the legendary SMASH STUDIOS in Midtown Manhattan. Episode one features NYC-based, multi-cultural pop/rock band, Andy Suzuki & The Method. The band developed an incredible sound that blends Rock, Folk, and Pop sensibilities with African and Urban rhythms, reflecting the diversity of the city they call home.

Date: Thursday, April 29, 2021, 8:00 PM

Club 300 Unplugged: Andy Suzuki & The Method, Bonus Takes

Club 300: Unplugged, created by music executive and music- industry visionary, Kevin Liles, is a LIVE-music series created during the pandemic and dedicated to independent artists. These special NY Music Month Extended Play episodes were recorded at the legendary SMASH STUDIOS in Midtown Manhattan. A bonus episode features a deeper dive with NYC-based, multicultural pop/rock band, Andy Suzuki & The Method. The band developed an incredible sound that blends Rock, Folk, and Pop sensibilities with African and Urban rhythms, reflecting the diversity of the city they call home.

Club 300 Unplugged: Night Coast

Club 300: Unplugged, created by music executive and music- industry visionary, Kevin Liles, is a LIVE-music series created during the pandemic and dedicated to independent artists. These special NY Music Month Extended Play episodes were recorded at the legendary SMASH STUDIOS in Midtown Manhattan. Episode two features Night Coast, a Queens-based, independent, Alternative/Rock band with members hailing from Latin America, the Caribbean, and the US. The band embodies a sound that is reflective of their multi-cultural upbringing in a global city.

Date: Thursday, May 6, 2021, 8:00 PM

Club 300 Unplugged: Lonr.

Club 300: Unplugged, created by music executive and music- industry visionary, Kevin Liles, is a LIVE-music series created during the pandemic and dedicated to independent artists. These special NY Music Month Extended Play episodes were recorded at the legendary SMASH STUDIOS in Midtown Manhattan. Episode three features Lonr., a 23-year-old Grammy Award-winning songwriter, rapper, singer who resides in Brooklyn NY. He wrote and collaborated with international, R&B star H.E.R, and made appearances on BET, MTV, Revolt, etc. For his special Club 300 Unplugged performance he was backed by Rock/Alternative band Night Coast.

Date: Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Haitian Flag Day feat. Gabel and Nancy St Leger Dance Company

In celebration of Haitian Flag Day, SummerStage is partnering with the Rhythm Foundation and New York Music Month Extended Play to livestream a concert featuring popular Haitian kompa group Gabel and Nancy St Leger Dance Company, directly from the newly renovated North Beach Bandshell in South Florida. The event will include a limited in-person audience and follow all the proper safety guidelines and protocols. 

Date: Thursday, May 20, 2021, 8:00 – 9:15 PM