Did you know that there was a network TV show that was set in Staten Island? If you’re like most people I’ve spoken to, you had no idea.
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SI’s Young Lucid Teams With Joell Ortiz, Gives Away Free Single
At only 17 years old, hip-hop artist, Young Lucid, is introducing himself to the music scene in a big way.
Watch: Pussy Riot’s Tribute To Eric Garner
Controversial Russian musicians, Pussy Riot, who were arrested in 2012 after protesting Vladimir Putin, have released this video for a track which plays tribute to Staten Island’s Eric Garner who died tragically last summer.
Musician Spotlight: The Defectives
‘The Defectives’ is the new project from Avon Junkies front-man Adam Tilzer, as well as members of The Washington Riot, and The Best of The Worst. The singer describes the new group’s sound as Rock and Roll with a punk influence, a departure from the brass-heavy Avon Junkies sound.
Second Saturday Staten Island Is Pure Serendipity!
Valentine’s Day and Second Saturday Staten Island are headed our way in just a few short days! What better way could there be to celebrate love in combination with art!
Nick Williams’ “Cirque du Gras” Reaches It’s Kickstarter Goal
You might not recognize him under the makeup, but that’s native Staten Islander, Nick Williams, in the center of the above photo in the black and white clown makeup. After packing up from Staten Island, the North Shore staple with a big voice has big things brewing down in The Big Easy.
Illuminate Stapleton: Shedding A New Light on the North Shore
After being the first from Staten Island to ever win the NYC Neighborhood Challenge, the Historic Tappen Park Community Partnership has held the first of several meetings to organize “Illuminate Stapleton” on February 3rd.
Tapping Into Staten Island’s North Shore With Cover Band Love Tap
Creating an upbeat atmosphere and covering everything from Wu Tang to Good Charlotte, Love Tap energizes fans with a huge stage presence and interesting transitions. The band is also sure to please because of their fun and diverse set list. “We don’t discriminate against any music genre.” Explains singer/guitarist Nick Bove, “Our sets are comprised of rock, hip-hop, pop, alternative, and even some popular theme songs!”
Al Pacino Comedy ‘The Humbling’ Was Filmed At St. George Theater
Staten Islanders who are fans of Scarface and The Godfather Trilogy might be excited to learn that film star Al Pacino’s latest was shot right here on Staten Island. A dark comedy, The Humbling, is an edgy look into the chaotic life of an actor suffering from dementia.
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