Radio Free Brooklyn

Punk-ish Turns 1!!
2024-08-10 19:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | The Broadway, 1272 Broadway, Brooklyn, New York, 11221, United States
PUNK-ISH IS TURNING 1 (woohoo!!!) and there’s no better way to celebrate than…drumroll please…some live music @ one of our fave local venues (duhh) !!!!! Radio Free Brooklyn will be presenting Punk-ish’s birthday bash at The Broadway featuring live performances by Mark Dylan, cowboygirl, Pespi, and Mango Meat (DJ). Doors are at 7p with music starting at 7:30p. Summon all your friends, foes, & flings (maybe even your subway crush if you’re feeling bold) and come hang…be there or be octagonal my dudes xx

Scandalo! Celebrating 9 Years of Scandalo (Live Streaming on RFB2)
2024-07-26 22:00 - 2024-07-27 04:00 | Parkside Lounge, 317 E Houston St, New York, New York, 10002, United States
Get ready to groove at the ultimate Italo Disco & House bash as Scandalo NYC takes over The Parkside Lounge on Friday, July 26th, 2024!

Prepare for a whirlwind of the Scandalo NYC Style, where infectious Italo Disco vibes collide with captivating Classic House beats and irresistible Euro Pop.

Scandalo NYC is set to celebrate its 9-year anniversary with a sensational event that also marks the 50th birthday of its founder, fernanDITO. The milestone celebration will feature an impressive lineup of guest DJs, including the electrifying SPRFRK, the dynamic Kandylion, the versatile Knox, and the innovative Synes. Each DJ promises to bring their unique sound and energy to the night, ensuring an unforgettable experience for attendees. This double celebration is poised to be a night of exceptional music, vibrant energy, and great times, honoring nearly a decade of Scandalo NYC’s impact on the nightlife scene and fernanDITO’s milestone year.

Host Jordan invite you to join the fun-filled celebration, where everyone is welcome to dance, laugh, and make new friends. Whether you’re coming with a crew or flying solo, the dance floor beckons for an unforgettable night of music and fun.

Anant Pradhan & Larry McDonald Live @ Radegast Hall (Streaming on RFB2)
2024-05-31 21:00 - 23:00 | Radegast Hall & Biergarten, 113 North 3rd Street, Brooklyn, New York, 11249, United States
Recalling the sounds of 1960’s and 70’s Jamaica, Saxophonist ANANT PRADHAN revives the traditions of its early innovators. With a deep reverence for musicians like Cedric Brooks, Count Ossie, and Roland Alphonso — Anant honors their legacy alongside one of Jamaica’s greatest percussionists, LARRY MCDONALD. These musical pioneers were renowned for their ability to infuse popular and traditional/roots music with their own unique flair, leaving an indelible mark on Jamaican music that continues to resonate today.

Mcdonald, a pioneer in his own right at eighty-seven, has over half a century of recording and performing experience, and has collaborated with artists including Carlos Malcolm, Gil Scott-Heron, Taj Mahal, and the late Lee “Scratch” Perry. Although often uncredited, Mcdonald was a legitimate influence in helping to bridge the Afro-Caribbean sound from calypso into ska and later reggae with his iconic style on congas and percussion.

A kindred spirit of McDonald, despite 50 years separating them, Anant Pradhan is a bonafide member of the next generation. As an official member of the current touring group of the legendary Skatalites, Pradhan has honed his musicianship under some of the greats of reggae music. Larry calls him “the steward of our music going forward.”

Together they breathe new life into the rich tapestry of Jamaican music. The band boasts a large sound, was awarded “Grooviest live show” by Brooklyn Magazine, and features some of New York’s finest reggae musicians — including members of the Frightnrs, the Far East, Akoya Afrobeat, Antibalas, Subatomic Sound System, and the Budos Band. Their combined expertise and passion create an electrifying ensemble that captivates audiences with every note.

Radio Free Brooklyn 9th Anniversary Party
2024-05-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Tradesman, 222 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, New York, 11206, United States
Come celebrate 9 years of community radio with members of the RFB Community!
