Independence Day Parade

After last year’s run in lower Manhattan, CALNDAR (DJ Raydar Ellis & Cali Green) teams up with The Elixir Media Group to bring NYC’s fresh new Hip-Hop party series uptown to Harlem Nights on Friday, September 30th (immediately following Uptown Soul Lounge (FREE SHOW) w/ Kelby, Isa, & Kola Rai)! Come dance and drink, as we celebrate the music of some of Hip Hop’s greatest collectives from the ’90s and beyond, such as The Dungeon Familyy (Outkast, Goodie Mob, etc.), The Native Tongues(ATCQ, De La Soul, etc.), Bad Boy (Biggie, P Diddy, etc.), Death Row (Tupac, Snoop Dogg, etc.), G.O.O.D. Music, and more.

This event is FREE w/ mandatory RSVP: http://goo.gl/gjNQOE

Harlem’s extraordinary live music series ushers in the fall season at Harlem Nights on Friday, September 30th, with special performances by emerging Latin R&B sensation from Queens, Kelby, the sultry Afro-Latin, Pop/Soul singer/songwriter and model from The Bronx, Isa, and American Idol competitor Kola Rai. 

This show is FREE w/ RSVP: http://goo.gl/ltaJQz
Space is limited, and admittance is on a first come, first served basis, so early arrival is suggested.

Hosted by afrobeats/hip hop maestro Ayoinmotion, Uptown Soul Lounge has made its name for bridging the gap between generations, blurring lines in the soul spectrum, and forging Harlem’s new hotbed for remarkable emerging talent in soul from around the world. 

Don’t miss out on this amazing experience!

MORE ABOUT KELBY:
On the heels of his stellar opening performance for Rotimi (of the sensational STARZ TV series, ‘Power’) at SOB’s, Kelby brings his blend of contemporary R&B with Latin roots to the Harlem Nights stage in support of his recent summer release ‘You’re Welcome.’ Featuring production by Grammy-nominated producers K-Quick and SamTrax, the eight-track EP is laced with a combination of sutlry bedroom jams and urban pop.

More from Kelby:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/urbankelz
IG: https://www.instagram.com/urbankelz/
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kelbymusicpage
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqBqV_6tTLcRG2W6cXn403g

MORE ABOUT ISA:
The granddaughter of famed Cuban vocalist and actress Isaura Mendoza, Isa (born Isa Marina Lopez) is an extraordinarily talented Bronx-born singer, songwriter, and model who has earned rightful comparisons to Alicia Keys, Selena, and Aaliyah. Isa’s music is reflective of her multi-faceted personality, soulful roots, edgy exterior, and overpowering vocal ability (she’s a trained Dramatic Soprano with a range spanning from D3 to D6).

Inspired by the legendary Maria Callas’ performance in Puccini’s Tosca, Isa, at the age of 14, enrolled at The Marianela Sanchez School of Music in the Dominican Republic, where she was classically trained and mentored by celebrated Lyric Soprano, Marianela Sanchez.

Her debut EP Montage takes on contemporary pop music. After graduating college Isa joined forces with a local production team for the hit “Higher.” Now training with New York Vocal Coaching director David McCall, Isa is prepping the release of her sophomore project ‘Mirrors’ Volume I.

More From Isa:
Website: www.isthatisa.com
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/isthatIsa
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/isthatisa

MORE ABOUT KOLA RAI:
Taking a page from the greats such as Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, and Tina Turner, Kola Rai exudes mounds of emotion with her vocal range, and stirring blend of soulful pop, hip hop and r&b. The multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, and dnacer was an American Idol finalist and has swept talent competitions across the Tri-State area, leaving fervent standing ovations in the wake of her performances.

More From Kola Rai:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kolaraimusic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KoLaRai 
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/ent315
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgMCCciQ03P3ljxJu3BOMPg

The Kentucky Derby, brunch and a cool vibe! What else do you need? Don’t miss The 3rd Annual OG Theory Derby Party at The VNYL, an east village venue that pays homage to vintage NYC life and upon entering is like taking a walk into a time portal and ending up in the 70’s.

2-4 pm: If you need some sustenance to go with some bubbly, brunch will be offered from 2-4 pm.

Artist Amorousabyss will be taking pictures of guests for his ongoing portrait series that uses flowers to tell stories.

5-10 pm: Tunes will be spinning, the drinks will be flowing and the fun will be had.

6:30 pm The Kentucky Derby, called “The most exciting 2 minutes in Sports” will be shown on a 30 ft projection screen

There will be surprises throughout the day as well as photographers snapping away throughout the duration of the event. Though you can’t smoke indoor’s you can puff stogies in the front and The OG Theory Cigars will be for sale.