RFB Artist Profile: LoveHoney’s New Album Release
Lovehoney frontwoman Aly Quiñones on what it was like for the band to create their new album (releasing 02/14/21) while the Covid-19 pandemic is still, sadly, a thing, being a little brown grrrl in a band making noise — and the William Burroughs quote she lives by.
RFB Host Profile: Par Neiburger and Climate Radio Atlas
Music curator, concert presenter-producer and second-gen activist Par Neiburger uses music as the gateway for the discussion and understanding of climate change throughout the world.
RFB Host Profile: Cat Casual and “Okie Corral”
William Benton, a.k.a. Cat Casual, always wanted to be a DJ on a country radio station — and now, he is! Here’s why he hopes you will appreciate the genre as much as he does.
RFB Host Profile: Willy Hartland and “The Dope Sheet”
Award-winning animator Willy Hartland on the three precursors to making animated films — and how a day at Pine Box Rock Shop led to his new RFB show.
RFB Host Profile: Francesca D’Alessio and “Love Me or Leave Me”
“Love Me or Leave Me” host Francesca D’Alessio on her lifetime love of radio, why Nina Simone is her muse and how RFB’s “Wall of Lies” led to doing her show.
#RFBinTribute: Adam Schlesinger
RFB editorial star Emily Scott penned this poignant tribute to the Fountains of Wayne frontman, who died from complications of COVID-19 in April 2020 at age 52.
RFB Artist Profile: Dan Berg interview with Girl Wunder
Jessica Wu (a.k.a Girl Wunder of RFB’s Virtual Voyager), chats with electro-soul-jazz-house music producer Dan Berg (a.k.a. Fireberg) on the debut of his latest mix, “Supernova,” making music during a global pandemic — and the sounds you might find in outer space.
RFB Host Profile: Alex Jones of “Alex Jones’ Planet of Sound”
Broadcasting from Manchester, England, Alex Jones shares his love for psychedelic music and breathes new life into a genre associated with the turbulence and social changes of the 1960s.
RFB Host Profile: Christian Carrion of “Stranger Than Christian”
He’s been a game show contestant, podcast host and co-founder of a game show marathon charity. Now, Christian Carrion adds “unscripted radio show,” to his considerable credits.
RFB Host Profile: Jesse Roth of “The Mess”
Jesse Roth brings her comedic chops to a new medium with her new show lauding (and loving) all things Pop.
RFB Milestones: Happy RFBversary!
Better pop a Balthazar* of bubbly (or sparkling cider) for this one, ’cause we have a plentiful plethora of shows to celebrate this month! *Balthazar: fancy word for s***ton 😉
Happy RFBversary! Happy RFBversary!
Please join us in celebrating the anniversaries of these stellar RFB music and talk shows, and podcasts!
#RFBatHome (Part 15): Sam Hadelman of “The Sam Hadelman Show” broadcasting from Connecticut
Sam Hadelman tried to “scare off” RFB when he initially pitched his show and instead found creative support — and a new home away from home — while being away from home. Interview by Emily Scott with additional reporting by Michele Carlo.
RFB New Host Profile: Brian and Scott of “Giants Among Men”
Brian DiMenna and Scott Ishii have been shouting their hot takes on New York sports at each other since childhood. Now, you’ll get to hear them, too.
RFB Presents: “Wall of Lies,” A public art project, live broadcast and voter registration event
Radio Free Brooklyn announces “Wall of Lies,” a groundbreaking visual art project / social-distanced live broadcast-and-voter registration event, just one month before the presidential election of 2020.
RFB New Host Profile: Kevin and Eric of “The Daily Echo”
Multispecies host duo Kevin and Eric of “The Daily Echo” give their unique perspectives about… what it’s like to be a multispecies host duo.
From Mic to Page: “The Cool Kids Table” and “Dear Future Producer“
From podcast to published authors: with “Dear Future Producer,” Maggie Stiggers and Spiro Marcos of “The Cool Kids Table” prove how cool they are — again!
RFB New Host Profile: Cookie Puss of “Dead Air”
Universal Pictures had E.T.; NBC had ALF. Radio Free Brooklyn has Cookie Puss — its new resident alien host who promises to be very tasty (if not exactly tasteful).
RFB New Host Profile: Mr. Funkopops of “Private Party”
SoCal DJ Mr. Funkopops hosts a smooth and sensual “Private Party” where everyone (or at least RFB listeners) is/are always on ”The List.”
Securing Their Future: Grace Exhibition Space Celebrates Its Evolution with #Give2Grace
From September 22–28, Grace Exhibition Space presents a week-long virtual art event and fundraiser to celebrate its evolution — and survival as a dedicated home for performance artists.
#RFBatHome (Part 14): John Raso of “This Music Hour” broadcasting from Red Hook, Brooklyn
OG RFB host John Raso of “This Music Hour,” on five years of talking about the devil, groupies, time, cities, planes, the four seasons, secret affairs, fruit, booze, baseball, outer space… you get the picture.
#RFBinTribute: Music in Memoriam “Big Blow — The Loss of Manu Dibango”
Kent Koren, RFB’s host of “The Mothers of Connection,” penned this tribute to the great and prolific Cameroonian musician Manu Dibango, who died this spring from COVID-19 at the age of 86.
Hurdy Gurdy Songs Celebrates 100 Episodes of Music, Truth Telling and Memories
Jorge Arevalo Mateus and RFB’s Hurdy Gurdy Songs celebrates its 100th episode on Tuesday, September 15 with a calvacade of truth-telling musical talent from around the world.
RFB Artist Profile: Brooklyn singer-songwriter Hallie Spoor’s new video: “City Angels”
Vivian Bossieux-Skinner of RFB’s Art Corner revisits with Brooklyn singer-songwriter Hallie Spoor as she releases a new video of her song, “City Angels.”
RFB New Host Profile: Brad Bailey of “The Oral History of New York”
Not many people would choose to debut a new radio show in the midst of an ongoing global pandemic, but Radio Free Brooklyn — and all of New York City — should be real glad Brad Bailey did.
Happy #RFBversary! Happy #RFBversary!
After RFB discontinued having fall and spring seasons, new shows could onboard on an ongoing basis. Here, we give a shoutout to these hot summer debuts.
#RFBatHome (Part 13): Dave Colonna and Mike Bradley of “Dave and Giggles” broadcasting out of Red Hook, Brooklyn
“Dave and Giggles” may have been the one RFB show that was uniquely prepared and equipped to go wholly remote during the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s why…
#RFBatHome (Part 12): Victoria Rey and “Martinis con Queso” broadcasting from Crown Heights, Brooklyn
Victoria Rey of “Martinis con Queso” on broadcasting amid cats, cell phone towers, hovering helicopters and keeping her focus in this time of disruption.
#RFBatHome (Part 11): Emily Scott and Jamie Lerner of “Middle School Happy Hour” broadcasting from Bushwick, Brooklyn
Some people take lemons and make lemonade, but Emily Scott and Jamie Lerner of “Middle School Happy Hour” took a pandemic and made a musical peanut butter, jelly and storytelling sandwich out of it!
Happy #RFBversary to Alicia Cote and ”Mood Indigo“
D.J. Suzie talks about her journey to Radio Free Brooklyn and how her love for the “bluer” sides of music led to “Mood Indigo.”
#RFBatHome (Part 10): Luke Gernert, aka Kinsound of “Far Reaches of Dub” broadcasting from Bushwick, Brooklyn
Kinsound of “Far Reaches of Dub,” on using the music he loves to help provide a sense of community in a time of isolation and uncertainty.
#RFBatHome (Part 9): Vijay R. Nathan of “Truth to Power ” broadcasts live from Matawan, New Jersey
Vijay R. Nathan of “The Truth to Power Show,” on mindfulness, the universe and an unexpected benefit to remote broadcasting.
#RFBhostprofile: Jessica Wu is the “Girl Wunder” behind “Virtual Voyager”
RFB’s “Girl Wunder” debuts her new show “Virtual Voyager” in the midst of a global pandemic… and the worst civil unrest the U.S. has experienced in our lifetimes.
#RFBatHome (Part 8): Mike Joseph of “The JCC” broadcasts from Ditmas Park, Brooklyn
Mike Joseph of “The JCC” not only brings the tunes during these tough times, but he’s got your back, too!
#RFBhost profile: Eric Speck and the fresh sounds, hidden treasures and lost gems of “Time to Be Useless.”
Many people love music, but to Eric Speck, letting it render you “useless” is an even higher calling.
#RFBatHome (Part 7): Jon Reid of “Race to the Bottom,” prerecords from L.I.C., Queens
Jon Reid of “Race to the Bottom” on some unexpected discoveries in going from live to prerecord… and why mentions of “Omelet Bar” have taken a back seat… for now.
#RFBatHome (Part 6): Ali Darling of “Witchtape Radio Hour” broadcasts from the Upper East Side, NYC
The studio became her home, the gear her familiars, RFB her coven. In #RFBatHome (Part 6), Ali Darling of “Witchtape Radio Hour” finds comfort and a whole new ritual in doing her show from home.
#RFBatHome (Part 5): Kent Koren of “The Mothers of Connection” broadcasts live from Dobbs Ferry, New York
In #RFBatHome (Part 5), Kent Koren shares how “The Mothers of Connection” continues to thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic.
#RFBatHome (Part 4): Rina of “Aural Medication” broadcasts live from SoHo, NYC.
Part 4 of our #RFBatHome series features Rina of “Aural Medication” who broadcasts live from SoHo, NYC, along with a handsome new furry co-host…
Happy Anniversary to These Radio Free Brooklyn Show Hosts!
Happy RFB-versary to these shows and hosts for giving us something to celebrate!
#RFBatHome (Part 3): Kay Edwards of “What Would Kay Say?” broadcasts from Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn
#RFBatHome (Part 3): Kay Edwards of “What Would Kay Say?” is broadcasting from Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.
Fraser Tye of Radio Free Brooklyn’s “Brooklyn Vignettes” podcast
Australian expat Fraser Tye on why “Brooklyn Vignettes” is Brooklyn’s ultimate “bedtime story.”
#RFBatHome (Part 2): Calvin Williams of “Lush Vibes Radio” broadcasts from Crown Heights, Brooklyn
In #RFBatHome (Part 2): Calvin Williams of “Lush Vibes Radio” broadcasts from Crown Heights, Brooklyn…
Brooklyn’s T.VO.D and Grace Ludmila join Eclectic Method in online concert 4/25
From the comfort (and safety) of their homes, fans can support musicians whose incomes have been negatively impacted by venue closures during the COVID-19 crisis.
#RFBatHome (Part 1): Rachel Cleary of “Hear and Now with RachelC.” broadcasting from E. Harlem home
#RFBatHome (Part 1): featuring “Hear and Now with RachelC”
Women That Rock Presents: The Virtual SXSW Showcase
Radio Free Brooklyn is proud to partner with Women That Rock to premiere their new concert compilation video highlighting bands that were scheduled to play the WTR SXSW show at Hole in the Wall.
Night On The Sun Shares New Single “Let It Die”
Radio Free Brooklyn is thrilled to premiere the latest single from Bed-Stuy based outfit, Night On The Sun
Top Nachos Shares New Song and Video for “Donate 2 The Bands”
Top Nachos, are back with a delightful new song and accompanying video ahead of a string of tour dates
Atlas Engine Shares Synth-Fueled New Single “Where Have You Gone?”
The group’s first single of 2020 is their most personal and introspective song yet
When the decade matches your age: “The ‘20s in your Twenties”
New RFB show hosts Zoe Abedon and Adair Jones will take you through their turbulent decade… and the world’s.
RFB Artist Spotlight: Hallie Spoor
Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Hallie Spoor breaks ”New Ground” last month — with an EP release party and live performance at Rockwood Music Hall.
KAYE Shares Video For Her New Single “Too Much”
The video, inspired by Yoko Ono, explores change and reinvention against an explosive sonic backdrop
Interview: Neko Peoples Chats About Her History And Latest Single, “Mutations”
The Bushwick-based singer-songwriter fills us in her excellent song “Mutations,” her experiences growing up in a religious community in Idaho, and her plans for 2020
INTERVIEW: Phranque Gallo of Karabas Barabas Chats About The Band’s Third Album “Degenerate National Anethem”
INTERVIEW: Phranque Gallo of Karabas Barabas Chats About The Band’s Third Album “Degenerate National Anthem” Music Director Tom Gallo recently had the chance to catch up with Phranque Gallo of Brookl
Interview: Johnny Dynamite Chats About His Debut Solo Album “Heartbroken”
The drummer of Whiner and Ashjesus steps out from behind the kit
Meet Ethan DiPietro and Joe Tramotin of “Jazz We Got”
From RFB’s “Teens Take the Mic” to their very own radio show, Joe and Ethan of “Jazz We Got” on how jazz isn’t all they’ve got…
Meet Courtney Love of “The Circuit”
Courtney Love of ”The Circuit” is a huge music nerd whose mission is for everyone to hear music from and learn about every music festival across the globe…
PREMIERE: Shadow Year Shares “Godspeed” From Forthcoming EP
The song will appear on their EP of the same name, which is set for release on January 23rd.
PREMIERE: Primitive Heart Shares Exclusive First Listen of “No Fear In Love Remixes”
The collection includes an eclectic variety of newly mixed tracks from her 2019 album No Fear In Love
Interview: Mean Siders Discuss Their Evolution On New EP “All Of Us”
The trio chats about their formation, the development of their sound, and their excellent new EP, All Of Us.”
True Dreams Shares Debut Full Length, “No. 1”
The first-ever full length from the duo of Angela Carlucci and Hannah Nichols is out now on the Brooklyn-based King Pizza Records
Shar Clay of ”Black Jerusalem”
Shar Clay of new RFB show ”Black Jerusalem” on what made him choose RFB, and his dedication to promoting underground artists.
Hector and “The Hanged Man”
Hector of “The Hanged Man,” on how growing up among weird spiritual/pseudo-mystical traditions, a chance meeting at a bar and a really nice divorce lawyer made for a unique new show.
Sam Sumpter of ”Bands do BK“
“We might all be going to hell, but hey—we did it for art.” Sam Sumpter of new RFB show “Bands do BK” on her love for her new city and why Matt and Kim should reach out…
Vivian Bossieux-Skinner and “Art Corner”
Vivian Bossieux-Skinner of “Art Corner” wants to give you a different perspective on all forms of creative expression.
Miracle Sweepstakes Shares Second Album, “Rorschached”
The Brooklyn quartet’s sophomore effort injects some sunshine into a gray Brooklyn winter.
Drug Couple Shares Debut EP, “Little Hits”
Brooklyn band and real life couple create an album about surviving the ‘end times’ with a loved one
Giving Tuesday & Drive to Five are Here! Please Give Today!
Drive to Five Fundraiser Begins Today! It’s been five years since we started in our first rag-tag studio in a bike shop basement. Now a full fledged station with 150 members and 2 state-of-the-art stu
Russian Baths Shares Propulsive Debut Album, “Deepfake”
The band takes listeners on a dark and experimental journey from noise-rock chaos to ambient shoegaze
PREMIERE: Talulah Paisley Shares Latest Single,”Penny”
The T-Rextasy front-person gives us the low down on her revitalized solo project, Talulah Paisley, and her latest single, “Penny.”
Test Sunday View
Live at 7:00 am Art Corner Live at 8:00 am What Would Kay Say? Live at 9:00 am New in New York Live at 10:00 am Young Person’s Radio Live at 11:00 am Two Thumbs Undecided New show at 12:00 pm The Dope
PREMIERE: Bushwick’s Kacie Marie Shares Dark Video For Her Song “Sleepaholic”
The video’s film-noir aesthetic is perfect for Halloween viewing.
RFB Host Profile: Brit Boras and “Badass Babes”
RFB Editorial Star Emily Scott spent a few minutes getting to know Brit Boras, host of “Badass Babes”
“What Would Kay Say?” Meet Kay Edwards (and find out)
Kenya (Kay) Edwards of “What Would Kay Say?” talks about life journeys, opportunities and being a first time radio host.
Q&A with Maggie Stiggers and Spiro Marcos, hosts of new podcast “The Cool Kids Table”
Emmy Freedman learns what makes everyone welcome at “The Cool Kids’ Table.”
“New In New York” with Susan Rousseau
RFB editorial star Emmy Freeman spoke with “New in New York’s” Susan Rousseau about being new in NYC… and how that led to her new show.
For The Love Of Ink: “Tattoo U”
RFB Editorial Director Michele Carlo spent a few minutes with new RFB Podcast “Tattoo U’s” Eric Purkis and got him to spill a little about his love for ink, life—and RFB.
RFB’s Fall Music Festival this Weekend!
Radio Free Brooklyn is proud to present its first-ever Fall Music Festival!
Patti Shares Debut Album “Good Big”
The Brooklyn trio’s first full length is both infectious and expansive in its sonic ambition
Premiere: Post-Punk Trio Urges Shares Debut Single, “Bad Dreams”
“Bad Dreams,” is the new single from the Brooklyn-based trio, Urges.
Interview: Pom Pom Squad Dishes On Their New EP “Ow”
The project of songwriter Mia Berrin dropped their second EP last month, and its jam-packed with intensely personal, grunge-punk anthems.
NYC band Baby Shakes has hit a stride
The power pop group talks about their new album, ‘heavier sound’ and what Brooklyn bands they’re listening to.
Chris DeLuca on how he built “The Foundation”
Lawyer by day, record raider and RFB host by night Chris DeLuca puts the spin on his musical obsessions and building his show “The Foundation.”
Best Shows Happening this Week in and Around Bushwick
Check out these great shows happening at Alphaville, Trans-Pecos, and The Broadway.
How Emily Scott and Jamie Lerner put the Happy (Hour) in “Middle School”
RFB’s newest hosts spill a little on how they turn most people’s worst memories into your new best ones.
Meet the Goddess: QianatheGoddess Williams of VPR Radio!
We spent a few minutes getting to know Qiana Williams, a.k.a. QianatheGoddess of VPR Radio and talked about auspicious meetings, new collaborations, and dream guests…
Desert Sharks Long-Awaited Debut Album “Baby’s Gold Death Stadium” Drops on September 27
The band’s debut album is a longtime coming and captures their fierce, unrivaled tenacity.
PREMIERE: Vanessa Silberman Shares “Out Of The Shadows”
The uplifting punk anthem is a bonus track on her forthcoming sophomore EP, “Brighter In Bloom”
Ghost Funk Orchestra Shares Genre Defying Debut Album, “A Song For Paul”
The ambitious 15-song collection has a sound that’s impossible to pin down.
Bushwick’s Bandits On The Run Share ‘Live At The Power Station’ EP
The four-song live EP captures the spontaneity and charm of the trio’s infamous live performances
Brooklyn Bands Rock the Map Room at Bowery Electric!
Emma DeCorsey of I Am The Polish Army. Photo by Alice Teeple. Review by Robert Prichard. Brooklyn’s own Castle Black and I Am The Polish Army delivered intensely searing sets at East Village rock-n-ro
Interview: Elia Einhorn Talks New Collaborative Project ‘Fashion Brigade’
Fashion Brigade just released their debut album, “Fvck The Heartache,” which features contributions from Frankie Cosmos, Shamir, and others.
Fall After School Teen Program Begins 10/7
From October 7 – November 16 2019, Radio Free Brooklyn will conduct the fall session of RFB Teen Squad, its popular after school program for NYC teenagers
Quicksilver Daydream Release Second Album “Fly Oblivion”
The band strikes the perfect balance between folk storytelling and the expansive sounds of psychedelia on their sophomore effort.
Required Summer Listening: UV Rays’ New EP “The Right Stuff”
The Brooklyn band delivers a picture-perfect indie-pop EP for the second half of the summer.
Parrot Dream Shares Three Song EP of B-Sides From Their Album “Light Goes”
The extra tracks evoke the band’s charming dream-pop sentiment while still sounding fresh!
RFB Teen Squad Radio Day Camp starts 8/19 – Apply Now!
From August 19-24 2019, Radio Free Brooklyn will conduct a one-week intensive training in radio broadcasting, teaching participants the basics of radio broadcasting.
Vivian Girls Announce Reunion, Share First Single “Sick” Off Upcoming Fourth Album
The legendary Brooklyn band picks up where they left off with their latest single.
RFB New Show Interview: “What’s The Biz” with Monica Grant
RFB Editorial Volunteer Emily Scott spent a few minutes with “What’s The Biz” host Monica Grant getting, well, the biz—and learning why you should all take a listen! ES: Welcome to Radio Free Brooklyn
Former The Rapture Bassist, Safer, Shares Third Single “All My Life” from Forthcoming EP
The former The Rapture bassist returns with some fiery new tracks.
RFB host Matt goes on ATTACK with The New York Times!
Photo: Matt Attack RFB host Matt goes on ATTACK with The New York Times! “The Rodent Hour” host Matt Attack recently took on NYC’s newspaper of record for its article about touring musicians that didn
RFB gets mail! A sweet little “Baci” from Italy
Receiving a postcard via snail mail is such an anachronism these days, isn’t it? Who has time to go out and get a postcard, write a personal message on it, bring it to a brick-and-mortar post office (
Ladybug Festival to feature Brooklyn-based artists
The Rodent Hour, RFB’s champion of indie rock from Brooklyn and beyond, recently featured two Brooklyn-based artists who will appear at this year’s Ladybug Festival, an annual event celebrating women
Atlas Engine Shares Ethereal New Single “Running”
The East Williamsburg-based songwriter tackles themes of early adulthood ambivalence against a luscious sonic backdrop.
Interview: Brooklyn’s Arthur Moon Talks Forthcoming Debut Album and Upcoming Show at Elsewhere
Arthur Moon is performing at Elsewhere on July 10 with Palehound.
Jeanines Share Debut Self-Titled Album on Slumberland Records
The sunny sounding record is the perfect indie-pop soundtrack to summer.
INTERVIEW: Bushwick’s Holy Tunics Share Second Album, “Hit Parade Lemonade Supersonic Spree”
The band dishes on the process behind making their latest record and much more!
PREMIERE: Bushwick’s The Johns Debut Music Video For Latest Single, “Blood Run Free”
Stream the eerie and blood-filled video, shot on VHS!
Bushwick Supergroup Janitor Shares Debut Album,”She Hates The Hits,” Benefitting Planned Parenthood
All proceeds from sales of the album directly benefit Planned Parenthood!
SAVE THE DATE! RFB’s 4th Anniversary Celebration: Friday, June 14th!
RFB TURNS FOUR! We are super excited to announce Radio Free Brooklyn’s four-year anniversary celebration and want you to join us on Friday, June 14, from 6-10pm, at Tradesman Bar, 222 Bushwick Avenue
THREE MINUTES, THREE QUESTIONS with RFB’S inaugural podcast, “I ART NY”
From left: Coco Dolle, Izabela Gola and Rebecca Major at RFB’s Bogart Street Studio. Photo: Izabela Gola. RFB Editorial Director Michele Carlo gets the story behind the stories of “I ART NY” podcast
NEW SHOW INTERVIEW: The Non-Resident Alien Show
Editorial volunteer Emily Scott interviews one of RFB’s latest hosts, Benjy Barnett. Photo of Benjy: Emily Scott; Artwork: Rafael Fuchs. RFB: So I understand you’re from the UK originally—what brings
RFB ARTIST PROFILE: NANABCOOL
Photo by Samantha Ding RFB editorial volunteer Samantha Ding recently interviewed Ghanaian-American artist NanaBcool at his album release show at Baby’s All Right in Williamsburg. RFB: How did you get
INTERVIEW: Little Hustle Chat About Their Debut Album, “Notepasser”
Plus, great gigs this week at Elsewhere, Our Wicked Lady, and Trans-Pecos
PREMIERE: Holly Overton Shares ‘Transient Love’ From Her Forthcoming Album, “The Woman On The Beach”
Plus, great gigs happening this week at Alphaville, The Footlight, and Trans-Pecos!
Interview: The Mystery Lights Talk New Album, “Too Much Tension”
Plus shows at Elsewhere, El Cortez, C’mon Everybody, and Our Wicked Lady
Bushwick’s Looms New Album, “The Way Up,” Drops This Friday, May 3 on Good Eye Records
Plus, great events at C’mon Everybody, Elsewhere, Sunnyvale, Elsewhere, and Trans-Pecos!
RFB Opens 2nd Studio, “The REC Room,” at Brooklyn Fire Proof
RFB Opens 2nd Studio, “The REC Room,” at Brooklyn Fire Proof The REC Room at Brooklyn Fire Proof On April 1, 2019, Radio Free Brooklyn opened the doors of a second studio at Brooklyn Fire Proof at 119
Artist Spotlight: Kota the Friend
Kota the Friend’s new album says he’s back in Brooklyn…and it’s “Good to be Home.” Interview by Samantha Ding photo by Samantha Ding RFB: You’re from Brooklyn, born and raised. How do you feel that
PREMIERE: LAPêCHE Unveils Video For “Bottom Feeder [Version 2]”
Plus, great gigs at Alphaville, Elsewhere, The Footlight, and 3 Dollar Bill!
Brooklyn’s Sharkmuffin Release Thrilling Sci-fi Concept EP “Gamma Gardening”
Plus, great gigs at Elsewhere, Alphaville, Market Hotel, and El Cortez!
Local Disco Trio, Escort, Welcomes New Lead Singer, Nicki B, for Their Third Album “City Life”
Plus, events at Alphaville, Sunnyvale, Secret Project Robot and more!
Brooklyn’s Thick Shares Self-Titled EP, Announces Signing with Epitaph Records
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick this week
RFB TEEN SQUAD LAUNCHES LIVE SHOWS. 2ND SESSION STARTS IN APRIL!
RFB TEEN SQUAD WINTER SESSION AIRS FIRST SHOWS; SECOND SESSION BEGINS APRIL 8. by Michele Carlo On March 9, five NYC teens wrapped up six weeks of after-school training in radio broadcasting as part o
Interview: Big Eyes Set To Release Fourth Album, “Streets Of The Lost,” On April 5
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick This Week
LAPêCHE Shares “Spirit Bunnies” EP, Announces Summer Tour With Jawbox
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick this week.
Bushwick’s TEEN Take The Reigns On New Album”Good Fruit”
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick this week!
RFB PARTNERS WITH “THE NEW COLOSSUS FESTIVAL,” MARCH 7–10.
What is The New Colossus Festival? Who is playing? When and where? RFB Music Manager/host of “Look at My Records” Tom Gallo brings you the 411 you’ll need to get all your new music on! Radio Free Broo
New Show: Physical Culture, Music & Art with Vincent Metzo
RFB Editorial Volunteer Samantha Ding spends a few minutes with new show host Vincent Metzo talking about the relationship between art, fitness and culture! RFB: What does “physical culture” mean? VM:
Local Psych Pop Band Coco Verde Takes Over Bushwick with March Tour
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick this week!
Bushwick Dark Pop Band Weeknight Release New Album “Dead Beat Creep”
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick this week!
Miracle on East 4th Street: Erez Ziv and the 2019 NYC Frigid Festival
MIRACLE ON EAST 4th STREET: EREZ ZIV AND THE 2019 NYC FRIGID FESTIVAL (an interview with Michele Carlo) Author note: After a construction calamity in the building housing the Under St. Marks Theater,
Dan Francia Shines On His Debut Album, “Come Back To Life”
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick this week.
Mozes and the Firstborn Release “Dadcore,” Playing Rough Trade on Friday, Feb. 15
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick this week
NEW SHOW: PHYSICAL CULTURE, MUSIC & ART DEBUTS WEDNESDAY, 2/13
The Connections Between Health, Fitness and Art, Wednesdays At 9am. You got art in my exercise! Hey, you got exercise in my art! Hosted by (MA/ LMT/CSCS) Vincent Metzo, Physical Culture, Music & Art e
EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: GIFTSHOP ON “THE RODENT HOUR”
“BIG IN ASTORIA” BAND GIFTSHOP WITH NEW EP AND UPCOMING SHOW Monday, February 11th at 8:00 PM EST join The Rodent Hour host Matt Attack for an exclusive preview of “BIG in Astoria”, the new EP by GIFT
COOL COMPANY: A COOL DUO
L-R: Yan and Matt of Cool Company. Pic by Samantha Ding. COOL COMPANY: FUTURE R & B OR JUST THE FUTURE? by SAMANTHA DING Cool Company is a Brooklyn-based writer/producer/performance duo comprised
Ghost King Expands Their Psychedelic Sound on “Dunbar Swamp”
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick this week!
London-Based Womxn’s Music Organization Opens Brooklyn Chapter
The UK music organization LOUD WOMEN, for womxn and gender non-conforming people, is kicking off their Brooklyn chapter with a show at The Well!
New Show! An Interview with Victoria Rey of “Martinis Con Queso.”
The following interview is by RFB volunteer Samantha Ding. RFB: Your new show on Radio Free Brooklyn, “Martinis con Queso,” is about lounge music and exotica? VR: It’s about 1960’s lounge and exotica
T-Rextasy Shares Sophomore Album “Prehysteria,” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Radio Free Brooklyn knows where to jam.
Interview: Indie Surf Trio Dentist Invades Gold Sounds On Friday, January 18
Plus, best shows in Bushwick to catch this week.
PREMIER: Big Bliss Drops Veda Rays Remix Of “Surface”
Stream the remix and check out some of the best shows in Bushwick this week!
The Planes Share “Sleep Like A Noble,” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Bushwick Gig Department 2019 is off to a strong start.
The Band Sooner Release “Stranger” EP, Plus the Best Shows in Bushwick This Week
Check out the latest local music news from Radio Free Brooklyn.
Interview: Parrot Dream Hosting Benefit For Trans Women Of Color Collective On Sunday At The Glove
“TAME: The Aspiring Me“ An interview with Samantha Ding
TAME, The Aspiring Me, a rapper from Missouri City, Texas who recently moved to New York was interviewed by RFB volunteer Samantha Ding at his show at Friends & Lovers, October 4, 2018. RFB: How d
Sheen Marina Release Their Second EP, “Great Attractor,” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Musical events this week at The Footlight, Alphaville and more.
Emma Decorsey Shares Her Debut Solo EP “The Dream,” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
And the best shows in Bushwick this week!
Save the Date: Thursday, 12/13—RFB Holiday Party!
SAVE THE DATE: Radio Free Brooklyn’s Holiday Party—Thurs. 12/13 at Braven Brewery! It’s your favorite internet freeform community radio station’s holiday soirée—and YOU’RE INVITED! When: Thursday, Dec
Save the Date: Thursday, 12/13—RFB Holiday Party!
SAVE THE DATE: Radio Free Brooklyn’s Holiday Party—Thurs. 12/13 at Braven Brewery! It’s your favorite internet freeform community radio station’s holiday soirée—and YOU’RE INVITED! Thursday, December
Lost Boy ? Shares his Raucous Aew Album, Paranoid Fiction
Plus, the best shows in Bushwick this week.
Electronic Duo Wume Chats About Their Third Album “Towards The Shadow”
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Kevin Hairs Shares Freak In The Streets Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Everything you need to see this week in one list.
RFB at Queens Hip-Hop Festival with DJ LiKWUiD
DJ LiKWUiD, the self-proclaimed DJ, emcee, and artivist was interviewed by RFB volunteer Samantha Ding at the Queens Hip-Hop Festival, September 28, 2018. RFB: How did you get your stage name? L: I go
Adeline Hotel Shares Away Together Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Music, events and outings galore in Bushwick and beyond.
Atlas Engine Shares Dreamy Single “New Constellation” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
The best shows in Bushwick and beyond.
It’s All Nice On Ice LIVE: Monday, October 15
We’re doing a live show at beeyoutiful downtown Brooklyn’s Pine Box Rock Shop on Monday, October 15 at 9pm, so get ready for all your favorite guests, segments and music performances all happening ri
Hypoluxo Drops Strong Sophomore Album Running On A Fence, Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Garage Rock Legend Mark Sultan Releases Let Me Out Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Music lovers, rejoice!
Human People Impress On Butterflies Drink Turtle Tears Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
RFB Presents: LoveHoney at Arlene’s Grocery—Thursday, 9/27
Following the success of their EP release, LoveHoney kicks off another night of heart-pounding, booty-shaking, mezmerizing, soulful rock n’ roll! Sponsored by Sailor Jerry and featuring very limited-e
Revolution Me Film Fest Highlights Diverse Stories & Filmmakers
Maria Palacio and Paula Patino from Revolution Me Film Festival speak with RFB News & Community Engagement Director Orie Givens about their local film fest featuring more than 50 movies happening
Kew Releases Emotionally Charged Final EP “Celebrate Away” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Bernadette Releases Infectious Debut EP “Shadow Paint” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
LGBT Center Joins Queer State of Mind
Shijuade Kadree and Trevon Mayers from the LGBT Community Center join the Queer State of Mind team to talk about community engagement, youth empowerment, and the marginalized communities within the LG
Veda Rays Release The Excellent “For The Rest To Rest” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
More local music to check out this week!
“Ben Talks” Goes LIVE! Monday, September 10, at Pine Box Rock Shop, 9pm
Ever wish you could see what really goes on at RFB’s “Ben Talks” show? You’ll get your wish Monday, September 10, as host Ben Louis takes the unfiltered—and sometimes controversial hilarity to Bushwic
Parrot Dream’s Debut LP “Light Goes” Is Worth The Wait Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
RFB Presents: LoveHoney at Arlene’s Grocery!
Brooklyn acid-blues rockers LoveHoney, featuring band members Aly Quinones on vocals, Tommy White on the “Flying V” guitar, Matt Saleh on bass and Thomas Gehlhaus on drums brought their A-game to a so
Navy Gangs Exceed Expectations On “Poach” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Absolutely Yours Dazzle On “Impossible Bouquet” Plus The Best Gigs In Bushwick This Week
Jane Church Release Sunny Debut Single Plus Your Guide To The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Your weekly guide to bands and events in Bushwick.
Wild Pink Dazzle On Sophomore Album And Your Guide To The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
Your weekly guide to bands and events in Bushwick.
Bodega Delivers Fierce Critique of Technology on “Endless Scroll” Plus The Best Gigs in Bushwick
A dance party your neighbors won’t call cops on “hopefully”
When I began hitting clubs back in the late ‘90s/early ‘00s, the “thumpa-thumpa” (see: Queer as Folk) was a shared experience. A connection from DJ to dancer that either united or disconnected a room.
WTFTD This Weekend July 14-16 Edition
Our resident expert on fun stuff Eli Raskin gives you highlights of things to do in Brooklyn and around the five boroughs this weekend. Saturday 12pm – 1pm [Harlem] Enjoy a stage reading of loc
Life on the border, explained
Activist and Field Organizer for School of the Americas Watch Dévora González says that those making the journey to a better life in the United States face a number of risks, many brought on by govern
As Mom n’ Pop as it gets
There’s no sign hanging above this shop. You won’t find it on Google Maps, and it doesn’t have a website. That’s because Loud Baby, a shop I stumbled upon one weekend afternoon at 696 Flatbush Avenue,
Get your camp on!
RFB Content Contributor Eli Raskin gives us a few tips on living the wilderness life. People, get excited; camping season is here! Camping has never been easier and more accessible. Here’s are some t
Powersnap Drops Excellent New EP Plus The Best Shows in Bushwick This Week
WTFTD – Independence Day Edition
RFB Content Contributor Eli Raskin brings us a few ideas on cool things to do over the upcoming holiday. What a time we’re in! Pride was last week, a mid-week July 4th is coming up and the Summer mug
Boytoy Delivers Summertime Perfection On “Night Leaf” Plus The Best Shows In Bushwick This Week
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RFB Presents Local Hip-Hop with Northside Festival June 7
While everyone else is zigging during this year’s Northside Festival we’re going to be zagging at Radio Free Brooklyn. RFB Presents First Thursdays at The Well on June 7th with a very special Northside Festival featuring local hip-hop artists Mikal Amin, Wisdom Natural, TK The Architect & Junk Rat. The Well is located @ 272 Meserole Street, right here in Brooklyn. Advance tickets are only $8 at RFB.NYC/tickets. Tickets will be $10 @ the door. This is what Brooklyn sounds like!
Mikal Amin: From Jersey, to the world, and back to Brooklyn
Photo by dj_takes_pix Mikal Amin is a Brooklyn-based hip-hop artist and educator set to perform in our June RFB Presents show, part of Northside Music Festival. The New Jersey-born talent has traveled
10 Qs with a host: Saidue Karmo
Photo by Ben Taylor/LitRiotPress Saidue Karmo is the co-moderator for RFB’s long-running program Queer State of Mind. The Liberian-born and Ohio-raised Karmo came to RFB a radio newbie, but no strange
TK The Architect to break NYC music scene
From Facebook TK The Architect will be playing The Well on June 7th as part of Northside’s Music Showcase. The New York native’s blend of hip-hop and live instrumentation is his signature sound nowa
Radio Free Brooklyn College Night
Come one come all to the second every Radio Free Brooklyn College Night! Come on out to The Footlight Bar on April 23rd at 7:00 and support your local struggling youth. It’ll be a grand ol’ time!
Radio Free Brooklyn Presents: A Night of Dreams
A Night of Dreams Broadway caliber talent, taking the stage to perform songs they were born to sing, from roles they were born to play. Dream roles. MONDAY, MAY 28TH @ 7:00PM THE FOOTLIGHT BAR 465 Se
Stone Giant on Keeping Rock Music Alive
Music contributor Robert Frezza spoke with Sebastian Fernandez of Stone Giant ahead of their May 3 concert and EP Release. Brooklyn-based band Stone Giant traveled a long way for a shot at making it i
10 Qs with a Host: Billy C. of Cosmic Debris
New RFB host Billy C. is taking listeners into the late night hours with his 2-hour music show, Cosmic Debris. The show airs Sunday nights at 11 pm and brings you a thoughtfully curated experience of
Rob Prichard’s Review on A Place to Bury Strangers at Elsewhere
A Place to Bury Strangers at Elsewhere At Thursday night’s record release show at Elsewhere (April 12), A Place to Bury Strangers was a force of nature channeling an intense blend of pagan cosm
RFB Presents Stone Giant EP Release Show at The Well with Crowd The Airwaves & Trip
Retro rockers Stone Giant, a recent winner of The Deli Magazine’s NYC Emerging Artist Poll, will be releasing their new EP on Thursday, May 3rd at The Well with Crowd The Airwaves & Trip. The Well is located @ 272 Meserole Street in Brooklyn. Doors are at 8:00 PM and the rock ‘n’ roll starts at 8:30 PM. Advance tickets are only $8 at RFB.NYC/tickets. Tickets will be $10 @ the door. This is what Brooklyn sounds likes & it sounds amazing!
Special Live Broadcast on 4/22 @ 3pm Supporting Planned Parenthood of NYC
The Feminist Letters is a typeface created to amplify the message advocating for gender equality. The expressive font articulates gender equality issues in provocative and humorous ways, with each let
Radio Free Brooklyn College Night on 4/23 at the Footlight
Come one come all to the second every Radio Free Brooklyn College Night! Come on out to The Footlight Bar on April 23rd at 7:00 and support your local struggling youth. It’ll be a grand ol’ time! Perf
Volunteer to Host: Ben Louis
Ben Louis was an avid radio listener looking to get into radio. He considered going to school for broadcasting, but the financial burden was not feasible. He started looking for other avenues to get e
Shades of Dating brings queer men of color to forefront of conversation
Join the hosts of RFB’s Queer State of Mind and special guest emcee The Advice Diva Robbyne Kaamil for Shades Of Dating. This panel discussion and mini dance party explores the ins and outs of dating, love and sex for queer people of color in an interactive discussion-style format. The event is March 26th from 7p-9p at Footlight Bar, 465 Seneca Avenue in Ridgewood.
RFB Presents 1st Thursdays at The Well with Vaureen, Streepthroat & Even Twice
RFB Presents 1st Thursdays at The Well is pleased to bring you another evening of what Brooklyn sounds likes. Featuring the female fronted space rock of Vaureen, the devil may care attitude of Streept
City high school student launches new RFB weekly teen music program
Radio Free Brooklyn is furthering its goal to be a community platform for independent artists and producers with the launch of a new show today produced and targeted to teens. Teens take the Mic is th
SHARKMUFFIN Stops by RFB for Hear & Now
Brooklyn garage-rock trio, SHARKMUFFIN, paid a visit to the Radio Free Brooklyn studios on Thursday, July 7th, as guests on the Hear & Now with Rachel. C show, which airs every Thursday from 7-8pm