“Those that don’t got it, can’t show it. Those that got it, can’t hide it.”
- Zora Neale Hurston
* An American folklorist, anthropologist and author during the time of the Harlem Renaissance. Of Hurston’s four novels and more than 50 published short stories, plays, and essays, she is best known for her 1937 novel Their Eyes Were Watching God.
Harlem you do not want to miss this. The legendary Jimmy Scott will be performing for three nights live at Ginny’s Supper Club. I recently just had the privilege of seeing him perform in Tribeca at Duane Park to a sold out show. He is in a class by himself and carries with him a long honorable legacy that you simply have to experience.
I’m sure this event will sell out so if you haven’t yet seen Jimmy perform live or if you have and haven’t reserved tickets yet, make sure you do not miss out on what I’m sure will be a memorable three nights of singing.
See all the details below -
A 3-night Spectacular Event
Produced by Jill Newman Productions.
This incredible American vocalist needs no introduction: The legendary JIMMY SCOTT descend upon Ginny’s for a special three-night engagement on June 6th, 8th, and 9th. Performing two sets each night (8pm and 10:30pm), Ginny’s is honored to host “Little” Jimmy Scott as he performs hits from his 70-year career as a prominent player in music history.
Having performed with Charlie Parker, Sarah Vaughan, Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, and Lester Young, JIMMY SCOTT is also a favorite of contemporary talents like Lou Reed, Elton John, Madonna and Flea from The Red Hot Chili Peppers. Who can forget his singing of “Why Was I Born” during President Bill Clinton’s 1993 inauguration? Ginny’s is proud to be able to showcase this 86-year-old maestro and we promise it will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. A special menu will be created for this legendary night.
Showtimes: 8pm & 10:30pm; Wednesday, June 6th, Friday, June 8th, and Saturday, June 9th.
Tickets: $40 for seats, $20 standing room at the bar.
To reserve tickets, call 212.421.3821 and mention the JIMMY SCOTT event.
Produced by Jill Newman Productions
“Once that bell rings you’re on your own. It’s just you and the other guy.”
- Joe Louis
*Joe Louis – Boxer, lived in Harlem at 555 Edgecombe Avenue.
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Construction has begun on the corner of West 110th Street and Manhattan Avenue. The lot has been vacant for sometime as the previous building was demolished a few years back and finally a crane has appeared and the ground has been broken.
I spoke with one of the workmen and asked him what will be going up here he replied “Condos” (surprise). I had dinner with someone at Melbas recently and met one of the developers for this building who had mentioned construction would begin shortly. I believe there will also be retail space which will add to the businesses on this strip, the Bike Shop, Dry Cleaners and Cafe Amrita.
More on this story as it develops.
“I don’t have to be an imitation of a white woman that Hollywood sort of hoped I’d become. I’m me, and I’m like nobody else.”
- Lena Horne
* Lena Horne – Singer and actress, lived in Washington Heights at 555 Edgecombe Avenue.
This Thursday night on May 17th the 11th Annual “A Great Night In Harlem” concert will be held at the Apollo Theater. The event starts at 7PM and tickets are still available for this star studded event including an exciting line up of celebrities and musicians.
Special Guest – Quincy Jones
Performances by Macy Gray, Bono, Randy Weston, Bettye LaVette, Sweet Georgia Brown, Bill Saxton, Dr. John, Pacquito D’Rivera, Rebirth Brass Band, Treme Brass Band and Stanley Jordan just to name a few
Comedy stand up by: Darrell Hammond
The 2012 Gala Honoree: Claude Nobs
For more information on this event including ticket prices and the full list of performers please click on the link.
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Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful and beautiful mothers of Harlem and to all the moms everywhere.
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“If you have to ask what jazz is,
you’ll never know.”
- Louis Armstrong
Looking for something to do in Harlem this Cinco De Mayo? Check out Harlem Tavern Saturday May 5th for Cinco De Mayo Patio Fest Party!
There will be live music by The Polka Brothers from 4 til 7PM followed by DJ from 8 til 2AM.
This will also mark the official opening of the Beer Garden. The weather forecast for Saturday looks good… sunny skies and in the 70′s. Lift a glass in honor of your Mexican Heritage or friends from Mexico and come out and celebrate!
* Cinco De Mayo (fifth of May) a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride.
“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.”
- Steve Jobs
“There is not a liberal America and a conservative America – there is the United States of America. There is not a black America and a white America and latino America and asian America – there’s the United States of America.”
- President Barack Obama
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After speaking with Oujmane Keita, one of the owners of Bier International this past week, he informed us of this weeks upcoming “German Beer Week” Celebrating the 496th Anniversary of the “Reinheitsgebot” German Purity Law. Bier International will be celebrating German Beer Week in New York City, April 23 through the 30th. Saturday night (April 21st) was packed this past weekend. I’m sure the crowds will continue in celebrating the 496th Anniversary of the “Reinheitsgebot” German Purity Law this week.
We will keep you posted on what you can look forward to staring tomorrow Monday the 23rd each day of German Beer Week. See one of our previous reviews of Bier International.
See you there!
Bier International
2099 Frederick Douglass Blvd (W.113th St)
New York, NY 10026
(212) 280-0944
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“I know it seems hard sometimes but remember one thing.
Through every dark night, theres a bright day after that.
So no matter how hard it get, stick your chest out, keep ya head up…. and handle it.”
- Tupac Shakur
Interesting fact - Born in New York City, Tupac grew up primarily in Harlem. In 1984, his family moved to Baltimore, Maryland where he became good friends with Jada Pinkett smith. His family moved again in 1988 to Oakland, California. His first breakthrough in music came in 1991 as a member of the group Digital Underground.
Tupac Shakur Performs in Hologram Form at Coachella 2012 (VIDEO)
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Mark your calendars and make sure not to miss the Harlem Jazz Shrines Festival which will run May 7 – 13, 2012. ”The prestige of the past. The pulse of the present.”
2012 Harlem Jazz Shrines Festival Re-creates Small’s Paradise Featuring Concerts, Jam Sessions and Educational Events.
The events are scheduled to be held throughout Harlem, from the Apollo Theater to the Harlem Stage Gatehouse.
Johnny O'Neal
The first night will be on May 7, at 9:00 pm Harlem After Dark – Small’s (Re)Created: Harlem After Dark featuring vocalists Johnny O’Neal, Sachal Vasandani, Umar Hassan (The Last Poets) and The Tap Messengers. ”Harlem After Dark is a journey back into the heydays of Harlem. In a joint effort between Revive Music and Jazzmobile, Small’s Paradise will revisit the experience and live music of the 1030s and 1040s, presenting a retrospective concert with a modern day twist incorporating vocal numbers, tap dancing and an after-hours jam session.”
The festivities with various performers will continue nightly until May 13th.
For more information and the full schedule please click here:
2012 Harlem Jazz Shrines Festival.
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If you are looking for something to do today in Harlem let us recommend After Midnight – King’s Powerful Rebuke of the Vietnam War. It is a dramatic presentation highlighting two pivotal moments in the life and ministry of Dr. King…The March on Washington in 1963 and his powerful sermon in 1967 at The Riverside Church where he opposed the war in Vietnam. Today at The Riverside Church there will be two show times for this event, 4:30PM – 6:30PM and 7PM – 9PM. Please see below for further information and details.
After Midnight – King’s Powerful Rebuke of the Vietnam War
Featuring: Michael Green as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Conceived and staged by Michael Green
“Forty five years ago Martin Luther King Jr. became the first high profile figure to publicly denounce the war in Vietnam…one year later he was assassinated… but not silenced! Lets remember the King many try hard to forget.”
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