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Sybil Domond owns Brooklyn’s most charming vintage boutique

People of 2Morrow is a dazzling vintage clothing boutique in the heart of Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Featuring carefully curated vintage clothing, jewelry and other accessories for women and children, People of 2Morrow offers unique clothes that are affordable and beautiful. The shop is the brainchild of Sybil Domond, who explained what makes her particular business so unique.

Saxophonist Darius Jones explains why jazz is far from dead

Darius Jones is passionate about music. The alto saxophonist has received rave reviews from publications such as the New York Times and All About Jazz for his rich, soulful musical approach; and that approach is rooted in his love for expression and his respect for history.

Russell Simmons explains finding ‘Success Through Stillness’

Hip-hop mogul, philanthropist and self-proclaimed yogi Russell Simmons signed copies of his latest book Success Through Stillness at a media event at the TriBeCa Barnes and Noble in New York City. “It’s a subject I care about,” Simmons stated to the media and fans gathered at the bookstore.

‘Tanning of America’ downplays South, West hip-hop contributions

Produced by Steve Stoute and featuring commentary from luminaries ranging from famed emcee Nas to civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton, the project took a look at how hip-hop’s emergence into a major cultural force shaped a generation and American culture over the past 40 years. But the documentary, an ambitious and engrossing look at hip-hop as both art and commodity, virtually ignores the contributions and histories of hip-hop locales outside of the mecca of New York City. Even the participants themselves, save for hitmaking superproducer Dr. Dre, tended to be mostly from the Big Apple.

Nas, Steve Stoute featured on ‘Tanning of America’ panel

New York City’s Paley Center was packed for the star-studded premiere of the first two parts of a four-part-documentary-series titled The Tanning of America: One Nation Under Hip Hop. The documentary, which is based on a book of the same, was followed by a panel including legendary Queens rapper Nas, O Magazine’s Editor-at-Large Gayle King, Civil Rights Activist Reverend Al Sharpton, FUBU’s founder Daymond John, director and former Yo! MTV Raps host, Fab Five Freddy, and the author and director of The Tanning of America, Steve Stoute.

Alicia Keys’ new short hairdo

Alicia Keys, the 33-year-old “Girl On Fire” singer, was spotted in NYC showing off a new edgy Mohawk in her natural color, brown. Keys is

Nick Cannon’s career and impact celebrated at STK in NYC

BLEU Magazine’s cover release party was held yesterday in downtown Manhattan’s STK Steakhouse with actor and comedian Nick Cannon, who’s on their next month’s cover. The founder and creator of BLEU, Devon Christopher Johnson, wants to honor those in the African American community who are striving towards greatness.

Nick Cannon honored by ‘BLEU Magazine’ at STK in New York City

Entrepreneur/actor/comedian Nick Cannon was celebrated at STK Steakhouse in lower Manhattan last night (February 11) in recognition of his career accomplishments. Hosted by BLEU, the event was ultra-exclusive and featured the star speaking about the importance of helping others climb the ladder as he enjoyed the night with some of his closest friends and colleagues.

Comedian Chris Rock turns 48

Happy 48th birthday Chris Rock! Rock is a comedian, actor, producer, director and screenwriter whom Comedy Central proclaimed to be the fifth-greatest stand-up comedian of

Super Bowl XLVIII: fans enjoy festivities on NYC’s Super Bowl Blvd

With the big game kicking off tomorrow at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., football fans have descended upon the Big Apple for a weekend of fun and festivities. There are events happening all over the city, but the epicenter of everything is Times Square. With the FOX Sports Team taking over the middle of the city, 7th Avenue has been re-christened “Super Bowl Boulevard” during the weekend.

Happy New Year! New York City’s best NYE 2013 parties

If you want to be in the heart of the city, but don’t want to have to deal with the insanity of the Times Square New Year’s Eve festivities, there are quite a few other very cool parties happening within shouting distance of the Ball Drop.

Lauryn Hill pays homage to the Fugees during her NYC show

Lauryn Hill re-emerged this week at the Bowery Ballroom on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, and the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter-rapper made it clear that, despite all that she’s been through, she’s still one of the most captivating performers of her generation.