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Kota the Friend Drops 'Local Art Dealer Vol.1'

Brooklyn independent artist Kota the Friend releases his new 10-track album Local Art Dealer, Vol. 1, a genre-blending project that unites music, fashion, and visual art while spotlighting local creatives and independence.

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Fusion East Announces Live Music Lineup in East New York

Fusion East Caribbean & Soul Restaurant in East New York, Brooklyn has announced a its 2026 Live R&B and Jazz Music Series featuring full bands and singers known across New York City’s live music scene. The monthly performances will bring live R&B, jazz, funk, reggae, and Latin jazz to the neighborhood, giving residents a place to enjoy professional live music alongside Caribbean and soul cuisine without leaving East Brooklyn.

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Saxophonist Eric Wyatt To Perform at Fusion East

World Class Saxophonist Eric Wyatt Returns to Fusion East for Live Music Tuesday – December 2

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Press Release: Kota the Friend Drops New Single 'Cozy Girls'

(PRESS RELEASE for Global Distribution) Kota the Friend Drops New Single 'Cozy Girls' feat. Liana Banks at Midnight May 16 for New Music Friday

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PRESS RELEASE: Kota the Friend & Big Sean Release 'MICHIGAN'

(FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE)
Kota the Friend Drops New Single “Michigan” Featuring Big Sean — A Sunday Release from Upcoming Album No Rap on Sunday

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Press Release: Kota the Friend Changing the Music Game

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SheNYC Arts Faces Venue Challenge Amid Censorship

Seeking a new home after content restrictions at historic theater

After eight years of championing gender equity in theater, SheNYC Arts—the premier organization producing work by women, trans, and nonbinary writers—is unexpectedly being forced to find a new venue. The historic Connelly Theater, where SheNYC Arts has produced its shows, has imposed content restrictions that bar performances on reproductive rights, trans issues, and gender equity, sparking concerns about censorship in one of the world’s most culturally progressive cities.

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Joey Bada$$ & Kota the Friend Light Up NYC Revelry Cannabis Fest

On the Revel made history with its first outdoor, open-air cannabis festival, attracting over 180 vendors and thousands of attendees. Hosted in New York City, this landmark event celebrated the booming cannabis industry with a vibrant mix of business, culture, and music. Vendors ranged from local growers and dispensaries to wellness brands and legal advisors, offering attendees an immersive experience that captured the growth of New York’s cannabis community.