The best of the best in the business will solute to the legendary Shirley Horn and her true talent. “Here’s To Life” with it’s sparse production and Shirley’s flawless vocals is a great way to start your Sunday. Here’s to you Shirley Horn.
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The Shrine Bar Restaurant is all kinds of fun. Literally, with its World Music Venue in Harlem you can expect to hear a wide variety of different music every week. I was there recently with friends just passing through (not for a particular event), and was happy to meet Francois Maheux, the man responsible for Bookings and Promotions. We were discussing Harlem, Apollo Theater and just music in general and how vital live music is to Harlem and the history of Harlem. There are many great spots to hear music in Harlem and Shrine is no exception. It is the perfect size venue, roomy but not too big with a comfortable, inviting and festive interior. I especially enjoy that you can hear jazz, hip hop, funk, world, reggae, Latin, rap, blues rock on any given night as they keep it interesting, current and on the pulse. Here is a list of upcoming events you can see at Shrine Bar Restaurant/World Music Venue. Recently friend to our blog, Harlem born and raised “John O” of Tha Gecko Brothas, perfromed there and I’m sure that they will return over the summer months. It is worth passing through if you have not been there yet to check out their food and drinks MENU. Every once in a while there is a cover for special events like an AIDS benefit, or a fundraiser where customers are more than happy to contribute. The Shrine has great drinks if you like margaritas and pina coladas. My friend recommended the pina colada (with a splash of grand marnier on top) which was very good especially with a side order of wings. You cannot go wrong with that combo. Next time I would like to sit in their outdoor seating and try their Fela Burger and also their Afro Chicken which both looked good. But then definitely come back inside to enjoy some great live music!
(Make sure you check out The Shrine Sunday Jazz Jam Session which is each and every Sunday)
*Stay tuned as HarlemCondoLife will continue to keep you posted with events at the Shrine.
Classic album covers cover the ceiling of Shrine
Shrine Bar Restaurant
2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd
New York, NY 10030
(212) 690-7807
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It’s great weather to be out and about in Harlem. If you would like to end your day with some live music check out Ginny’s Supper Club. Tomorrow night, Thursday 4/18, you can catch An Evening with Boncellia Lewis in a Tribute to Dinah Washington either at 7:30 pm or 10 pm.
On Saturday, 4/20 Arturo O’Farrill Trio will perform at 8 pm and again at 10:30 pm for the late night crowd.
On Sunday 4/21 you can enjoy Ginny’s inspirational Gospel Brunch at 11:00 am. If you haven’t checked this out yet it is a must see, this Sunday and every Sunday (Nice option for the after church crowd but remember to make a reservation.)
Keeping it real uptown in Harlem with good music at Ginny’s.
Ginny’s Supper Club
310 Lenox Avenue (Below Red Rooster)
New York, NY 10027
212-421-3821
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Nights In Harlem (Lounge Mix)
RhythmDB’s latest mix for HCL is sure to be a favorite for the grown and sexy crowd. Bringing it downtempo this podcast will take you on a soulful journey with chillout grooves, jazz, neo-soul, brazilian, hiphop, world, remixes & mellow house grooves. To download or stream “Nights In Harlem” (Lounge Mix) click on the following links below…
Download free (via iTunes) | Play on-line now (via Podbean)
See Playlist below
PLAYLIST-
Nickodemus- (intro fade) Sun People mixed with DJ Sun- Ten
Nina Simone- My Man’s Gone Now (Dj Wally Remix)
DJ Sun- Marks On The Keys
Incognito- Everybody Loves the Sunshine mixed with Roy Ayers- Everybody Loves the Sunshine (9th Wonder Remix)
Billie Holiday- Trav’lin All Alone (Nickodemus & Zeb Remix)
Blue Six- We Used to Rock
Cesaria Evora- Quem bo e (Who Are You)
J.Period & Nneka- Mind Vs. Heart
Marcio Faraco- No Casa Do Seu
Ursula Rucker- Anyouknowhat? (Original Mix)
The Game f./Pharrell & Justin Timberlake- Ain’t No Doubt About It
Malcolm McLaren- Un Coche de Agua Negra
Raul Paz- Buena Suerte
Fat Freddy’s Drop- The Raft
Samantha James- Find a Way
Vikter Duplaix- Electric Love (Jneiro Jarel Remix)
U.Rucker- Obama Interlude #2
Jill Scott, Al Jarreau & George Benson- God Bless the Child
Billie Holiday- All Of Me (Live Version)
Sunshine Jones- If You Wouldn’t Mond (Tiger Stripes Remix)
Audiofly- 1999
Kindred the Family Soul- House of Love (AC’s Dub Mix)
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“It’s an American tale that we’re telling, and America today is a diverse nation.” – Marcus Samuelsson *Marcus currently lives in Harlem and owns the hot spot “Red Rooster” and “Ginny’s Supper Club” on Lenox Avenue. He is very involved with the community here in Harlem.
Melbas' Chicken and Waffles
Delicious Pizza at Bad Horse with fresh ingredients and a variety of salads. The pizza pictured here – Hot Italian Sausage and Garlic with fresh Basil. Yum!
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