Universal Zulu Nation’s 40th Anniversary Mural In Harlem (video)

On November 10, 2013 in celebration of the 40th anniversary of The Universal Zulu Nation & 39th birthday of Hip-Hop, Beats, Rhymes & Relief, hosted a block-party in Harlem. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World…

Harlem’s A$AP Ferg And Others Came Out For Mack Wilds At SOB’s

Grammy® Award-nominated Hip-hop/R&B artist Mack Wilds has earned acclaim and recognition on television and in movies alike such as HBO’s “The Wire,” CW’s “90210,” “The Secret Life of Bees” and “Red Tails.” Wilds’ debut album, New York: A Love Story was released on September 30, 2013. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select…

HW Pick: GRAMMY® Award-Nominated Mack Wilds Performs At SOB’s

Hip-Hop/R&B and GRAMMY® Award-nominated artist Mack Wilds gives Harlem World Magazine a shout out, he has earned recognition on television and in movies alike such as HBO’s “The Wire,” CW’s “90210,” … Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails…

Happy Birthday Teyana Taylor

Harlem’s Teyana Taylor, turns 23 on Tuesday. Taylor, a recording artist and an actress, was born Dec. 10, 1990, in Harlem. In 2012, she officially signed to Kanye West’s GOOD Music label and The Island Def Jam Music Group, after previously being signed to Interscope Records and Pharrell Williams’ Star Trak Entertainment. Become a Harlem…

A Rap Artist Pioneers Harlem Story

Lamar Hill began his first career on a central Harlem street corner, in the pre-MTV days of boomboxes and mix tapes. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please…

Souleo: Why Iyanla Vanzant doesn’t feel need to forgive DMX

While this time of year calls for giving thanks, spiritual life coach Iyanla Vanzant is focused on forgiveness with her new interactive self-help book FORGIVENESS: 21 Days to Forgive Everyone for Everything. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails…

Diddy Doesn’t Make Forbes’ Highest Paid Top 10 List

With the year coming to a close in just a few weeks, financial publication Forbes has released its annual “Highest Paid Musicians” list this week with pop icon Madonna dominating all. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from…

Jim Jones Releases New Track ‘Awareness’

Despite getting his reality TV shine on with his show, ‘Chrissy & Mr. Jones,’ rapper Jim Jones is still doing his music thing. The Harlem capo has a new track out called ‘Awareness.’ Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive…

Apollo Theater Winter 2013/2014 Events

Coca-Cola Winter Wonderland  Saturday, December 14, 2013  2:00 p.m.-6 p.m. Under the Apollo’s iconic marquee, Coca-Cola will offer a variety of holiday-themed activities and performances that are free and open to the public.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from…

Harlem Rappers Who Got Fresh For GQ

Yes, Kendrick Lamar cleans up rather nicely, but he’s not the first rapper to get jiggy for the camera lens of GQ. But Harlem has the numbers! Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You…

Salters Scene: Black Girls Rock! 2013

On Sunday November 3, BET premieres Black Girls Rock! 2013. The organization founded by DJ Beverly Bond, provides mentorship for Black girls and pays tribute to Black woman and girls who have a positive impact on the community through an annual awards show. This year’s show, hosted by Actresses Regina King and Tracee Ellis Ross,…

Souleo: Musiq Soulchild explores new sound with Syleena Johnson on 9ine

Musiq Soulchild is a reinvigorated singer these days and he’s got Syleena Johnson to thank for the change. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field…

Walter’s World: Tongues of Fire Choir

By Walter Rutledge On Saturday, April 27 the Apollo Theater presented Tongues of Fire Choir by poet, performer, and teacher Sekou Sundiata and composer/trombonist Craig Harris. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can…