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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.

Al Sharpton defends Jay Z amid Barneys controversy

Rev. Al Sharpton thinks that those criticizing Jay Z are confusing the issue. The New York Post reports that Sharpton came to the rapper’s defense while also redirecting criticism back at the store itself.

Drake pop-up event in New York City marred by violence

Reports of a fight marred the one-day opening of Drake’s pop-up shop in New York City. The shop, “Compliments of the Company,” is one of three that featured apparel promoting Nothing Was the Same, Drake’s upcoming album.

Kanye West rants at Pusha T’s NYC listening session (video)

Kanye West continues to prove he’s the most erratic man in hip-hop. In the past few weeks, he’s given an oddly-subdued interview on Kris Jenner’s talk show, given a fiery Ray J-dissing performance on “Late Night With Jimmy Fallon” and last night (Sept. 11th), Yeezy went haywire during an appearance at G.O.O.D. Music star Pusha T’s New York city listening session.

New York City Live: This week’s hottest shows

Everybody from 2 Chainz to Yoko Ono is going to be coming to a stage near you. The usual bevy of indie rock, hip-hop, veteran acts, and pop stars are all showcased during the second week of September.

Goapele returns to New York City: ‘My audience saved a place for me’

The Bay Area native has earned a bit of a reputation for being one of the more enigmatic artists in soul music. Since the release of her debut album Closer over a decade ago, the singer-songwriter has carved out her own niche and developed a devoted fanbase on the strength of the sincerity of her songs

Top 10 comedy clubs in the country

Laughter keeps you young… well that’s what I’ve heard! Humor and laughter strengthens your immune system, boosts your energy, diminishes pain and protects you from the

Alexander Wang and Samsung reveal bag collaboration

Fashion designer Alexander Wang based out of New York City recently collaborated with Samsung, the South Korean technology firm, on a special new lambskin ‘Wallie’ bag. Wang channeled the collective inspiration

New York City live: This week’s hottest shows

Lotsa variety hitting the stage in New York this week. Get ready to make some choices between high-powered hip-hop and classic soul, a flautist and a little bit of metal.

30 celebrities who own restaurants

Top celebrities are branching out from their athletic, music and acting businesses to one part of culture people hold close to their hearts — food.

New York City live: This week’s hottest concerts

Big shows are hitting the Big Apple this week–and none are bigger than Beyonce’s “Mrs. Carter” Tour. But the superstar diva isn’t the only noteworthy performer taking the stage in NYC this week, there’s a ton of great acts putting on shows. And it’s an extraordinarily varied week for live music in the city.