Here’s another video capturing the beauty of this neighborhood. This is by Brooklyn native Masta Ace the legendary MC from the golden era of hip hop and falls right into a recurring theme on this blog…it’s called “Nostalgia”. It’s boggling to me that of all the articles that speaks of the “discovery” [...]
Music Videos shot in the Area#10
Faces/Places in the Hood#2
What’s your name and business name? My names is Guy, my business is Jelani Lounge
How long have you been in the neighborhood? 18 years
How many businesses have you established in the area over the years? Over nine businesses on Fulton street…My first one was ‘Guytina’s Place fish, chips & soul food’, from food I said let [...]
Faces/Places in the ‘Hood
This is a new series I will be starting in which I’ll be interviewing residents as well as proprietors in the neighborhood.
What’s your name and business name? My name is Michelle and the name of my business is ‘Mirrors on Grand’. A bar located on Grand ave between Clifton place and Lafayette ave.
How long have you been in [...]
“For the first time in my adult life, I am proud of my country”
November 4th, 2008 was the greatest night in American history during my lifetime. The whole thing is still overwhelming but I am damn proud of the progression this country has made and hope it continues. I also hope that the passion, emotion and camaraderie that I saw amongst people in the neighborhood last night carries on. It was [...]
