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Jillian Dawn: 25-year-old singer/songwriter on a journey to the dream.

Jillian Dawn: 25-year-old singer/songwriter on a journey to the dream.

Dawn talks to RFB about her latest track, performances, and plans for the future.

What Shaped Dick Dale?

What Shaped Dick Dale?

Dick Dale's Lebanese roots and connection to the Arab world layed the foundation of his innovative surf-rock sound.

Un-Accenting the Accent

Un-Accenting the Accent

Why has the American accent become de rigueur for artists around the world?

Saidah Blount: The Face Behind the Music

Saidah Blount: The Face Behind the Music

BRIC! Celebrate Brooklyn Executive Director talks about the challenges and successes of her first season.

Canibus’ Rip The Jacker: A Most Unusual Production

Canibus’ Rip The Jacker: A Most Unusual Production

Stoupe The Enemy of Mankind and Canibus caught lightning in a bottle in a strange but successful way.

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Not sure what to do this Sunday? I highly suggest tuning into @radiofreebk w/host El Americano Cósmico @mike.saari for some Stretched Out Psychedelic Sets courtesy of @alicecoltraneofficial @pharoahsandersofficial @milesdavis @gratefuldead @budosband @the_beach_boys_ @hamburg_spinners & much much more. Check it out on www.radiofreebrooklyn.org or on the app! #dj #funk #psychedelic #B3 #radioshow #communityradio #internetradioshow #independentradio #brooklynradio #spacejazz #jazzfusion #spiritualjazz

TOMORROW 7PM BUSHWICK PUBLIC HOUSE join us for another PUNKISH PARTY presented by Radio Free Brooklyn!

Per ush, summon all your friends, foes, & flings (maybe even your subway crush if you’re feeling bold) and come hang…be there or be octagonal 🛑

**Cost is $5 at door—cash preferred**

Performances by:
Diognardi - @tomdiognardi
QIRL - @qirlqirlqirl
Suburban Speed - @suburban.speed
Lady Lychee - @ladylycheemusic

#radiofreebrooklyn #punkish #ensnaredradio #livemusic #musicinbrooklyn #brooklynmusic

This week on The Foundation we’re taking it to 2005. Lots of heat. Tap in late Monday night (early Tuesday morning) from 12-1 AM EST only on @radiofreebk

Smooth Surfotica Exotica Open Ocean Vibe this Sunday on Radio Free Brooklyn with El Americano Cósmico @mike.saari from 9-10AM EST/1500-1600 CET featuring @The Aqua Velvets, @the_aqua_barons, Susan and the SurfTones @the_manakooras @Martin Denny Mr. Moai & The Tikiheads @thetremolobeergut @dennis_wilson.fanpage @beck, & much much more. Can u Dig it? Listen at www.radiofreebrooklyn or on the app! #dj #psychedelic #surfotica #radioshow #surfrock #communityradio #communityradiorocks #dreampop #musicweirdos #canudigit #independentradio #internetradio💥 #brooklynradio #exotica

Autumnal mood on It Gets Weird, tomorrow at 8 AM ET // RFB.nyc or on the app 📻🎶🍂
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#independentmedia #freeformradio #freeform #nonprofit #independentradio #eclectic #brooklyn #brooklynradio #nyc

Back at it on The Foundation. This week, all rap from 2004 and those classic samples sprinkled in for flavor. Tap in late Monday night (early Tuesday morning) from 12-1 AM EST only on @radiofreebk

Embrace & Defeat the Darkness on Radio Free Brooklyn with El Americano Cósmico @mike.saari featuring the @sunatlas_official @chuckpalahniuk @thedoors @theblackangels @angelsoflibra @gratefuldead @milesdavis & much much more from 9-10AM EST/1500-1600 CET this Sunday on the app or at www.radiofreebrooklyn.org. #dj #funk #communityradiorocks #psychedelic #B3 #surfotica #radioshow #surfrock #psychedelicfunk #communityradio #internetradioshow

🎤✨ Calling all performers! Join us TOMORROW for a night of comedy, spoken word and music at another RFB Open Mic! 🎶

📅 Thursday, Sept 19 | 7-8:15 PM
📍 Hell Phone (behind Ange Noir Café), 247 Varet St, Brooklyn
🚇 L train to Morgan
🕓 Sign up at 6:45 PM
💵 $5 for 5 minutes of stage time!

Let’s vibe, laugh, and cheer each other on! Tag a friend who should perform! 🎙️👇

#OpenMic #BrooklynArtists #RadioFreeBrooklyn #NYCEvents #LivePerformance #BrooklynVibes @hellphonebrooklyn

Last month, RFB hosts Max Randall @metroartcollective, Bryant Denton @dr_denton, and Calvin Williams @lushvibesradio went on the scene to Anime NYC, a three day convention at the Javits Center.

They spoke with super-fans in costume who defended their controversial opinions on some of the most popular shows in the anime zeitgeist. Despite an over-abundance of weaponry, no cosplayers were injured over their divisive points of view.

Is weeb a bad thing? Is One Piece too long? Let us know your anime hot take in the comments…

Weekly music show It Gets Weird, every Friday 8 AM ET, on the app or at RFB.nyc 📻👨‍🎤🤘

#independentradio #freeformradio #independentmedia #internetradio #internetradiostation

Our very own @minus32heartbeat released his debut album today!
Head over to @heavencanwaitnyc on Sunday night to catch his record release party with special guests @idgydean & @danielle_cardona_

Not sure whats going on here, but Im definitely going to tune in for some Hypnotic Psychedelic Dream Funk Surfotica & Such on @radiofreebk with El Americano Cósmico @mike.saari this Sunday 9-10AM EST/1500-1600 CET. Click the www.radiofreebrooklyn.org or DL the App-osis. Featuring @thegarrysband @the_lalom @angelsoflibra @thecreepycreeps @hamburg_spinners @allahlas @georgeharrisonofficial @milesdavis @the_beach_boys_ & Nero Surrealism & much much more #communityradio #surfrock #communityradiorocks #freeformradio #radioshow #B3 #funk #psychedelic #spokenwordpoetry #dreampop

🎤✨ Join us for Radio Free Brooklyn’s Comedy Open Mic at Hell Phone! 🎉

🗓️ When? Thursday, Sept. 12th from 7-9 PM (Sign up at 6:45 PM)
📍 Where? 247 Varet St, Brooklyn (Behind the Ange Noir Café, L train to Morgan stop)
🎟️ Cost? FREE!

Hosted by RFBs own @wolffmuffan, @humz.ah, and @drlisalevysp! Whether youre an aspiring comedian or just looking for a fun night out, this is the place to be! Come share your jokes, enjoy some laughs and support local talent! See you there! 🤩

#RadioFreeBrooklyn #ComedyNight #OpenMic #BrooklynEvents #HellPhone #FreeEvents #brooklyncomedy

LIVE THIS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 8-10 pm ET, an all-new episode of Brooklyn Beat with Scott Einhorn featuring Night Spins in studio. Theyll perform a rare acoustic set and preview their big show at The Bowery Ballroom on September 21. Please join them LIVE at rfb.nyc or via the Radio Free Brooklyn app.

Tune in this Sunday for The Smooth Psychedelic Sonic Sounds of @khruangbin @the_bananmannen @pleasurewood_music @brianwilsonlive @allahlas @the.sorcerers.band @menahanstreetband @_the_grateful_dead_ @stephenstillsofficial & @jimi.hendrix_ and much much more with El Americano Cósmico @mike.saari Live on Radio Free Brooklyn Sunday 9-10AM EST/1500-1600 CET www.radiofreebrooklyn.org #psychedelic #B3 #surfotica #psychedelicfunk #funk #surfrock #radioshow #communityradio #internetradioshow #communityradiorocks #dj

THIS FRI, AUG 30, 8-10 pm ET, tune in for a special rebroadcast of Brooklyn Beat with Scott Einhorn featuring Nisa in studio. Please join them Friday on the radio at rfb.nyc or via the Radio Free Brooklyn app.

Im just going to relax & read El Americano Cósmicos @mike.saari playlist from his last show of Surfotica Exotica & Spiritual Space Jazz selections on @radiofreebk
@MartinDenny - Misirlou
@thehulagirls - The Hidden Village
@the_manakooras - Exotic Blue Soul
@LosTwang!Marvels - Eyesore
@AlbertGinés - Saudade Surf
@KennySasaki&TheTikiBoys - Jungle River
@kavakon - The Eel Charmer
@RobertDrasnin - Chant of The Moon
@khruangbin - Two Fish & An Elephant
@thetremolobeergut - Pet Sounds
@the_beach_boys_ - Feel Flows
@Molly Lewis & @menahanstreetband - Silhouette
@pharoahsandersofficial - Moon Child
@glasgowtikishakers - Moonlight Mile

THIS FRI, AUG 23, 8-10 pm ET, tune in for a special rebroadcast of Brooklyn Beat with Scott Einhorn from 2017 featuring Janet LaBelle in studio. And be sure to catch her LIVE on August 25 at Sleepwalk (with former Brooklyn Beat guest Ilithios). Please join Janet and Scott Friday on the radio at rfb.nyc or via the Radio Free Brooklyn app.

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