To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. and the Pyramid Club (101 Ave. A) become playgrounds for East Village New Wavers. I was a DJ there from 1984-1992. This is Limelight, at 47 West 20th Street (807-7850), and it features pop and upbeat rock music, a flashy crowd of those 20 and older, and most fun of all, a number of rooms, tiers and off-the-beaten-track corners to explore. The clientele is a colorful blend of Rastafarians, Africans, Europeans and students, about 25 and older. Depopulation, coupled with an economy in tatters, set the stage for the 1980s. From the moment the Jerks took the stage, it was instant human smashnmash, with a Holy Doodles! look from our Provincial eyes. There were a lot of eccentrically dressed people, and those were the people Alexis adored, Glam said. The Shape Im In: Etc #7 2008-11 with Rush, Austra, Stephen Malkmus, Cyndi Lauper, John Hiatt, Levon Helm, Carole Pope, & Margaret Cho, 168. The dazzle of the Rainbow Room is no secret; you are advised to call for reservations two weeks in advance. This collection of playlists provides a wide sample of reggae shows with particular attention to Gil Bailey. Dead Kennedy's lead singer Jello Biafra jumps into the audience during a performance in 1980. So it was an easy discovery to find them when tuning in to the Hip Hop shows a bit early. (EP26) I Keep A Close Watch: John Cale, June 13, 1983, 017. Want more historical New York? Chiller: Always great to see you here. Not bad. Great descriptive writing as always, VA. A pair of women at a diner in the early 1980s. When the moving auto-jar of sardines pulled up at the club, we gave the driver each of our seven-dollars-at-the-ready for what turned out to be a three-dollar charge. (1) (1147) 6.6. Bar 13 121 University Pl. 5 The Roxy in Covent Garden was the centre of London's punk universe from 1976 until 1978. Address: 135 West 41st Street, near Times Square. An international crowd dances at Nirvana Club One on the 16th and 17th floors of 1 Times Square (486-5700). (EP3) Here Today, Gone Tomorrow: The Ramones with The Demics, May 20, 1980, 006. As. State officials said the club, which opened as the Reggae Lounge in 1982 and later. (EP13) Whats In the City: NFG, Regulators, and Sinners, November 2, 1979, 004. Bars (for prepartying) or night. Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Now if you really really know me, you know I love culture reggae and I always feel in my element when I'm in the atmosphere. Amid a sea of bouncing dreads and straight from central casting one of them was passing around a joint not bigger than a shoe, eventually making its way over to us as a friendly offering to the only pasty white dudes in the moving crowd. For one, he was older than most of the people out at the clubs, and with his salt-and-pepper hair, he looked it. There were college stations all over the NY/NJ/Long Island area that served all kinds of programming. 1-4) Once In A Lifetime: Heatwave Festival at 40 with Talking Heads, Elvis Costello, B-52s, Pretenders, Rockpile, Teenage Head & more, Mosport Park, Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada, Aug. 23, 1980, EP 9A&B (no.20b) Waiting In Vain: 22 Performances I Missed (1980-2020) including The Clash, Bob Marley, XTC, Sonic Youth, Simon & Garfunkel, U2, & more, EP 8 (no.3) This Years Model: Elvis Costello & The Attractions with The Battered Wives, Alumni Hall (UWO), London, Ontario, Canada, Nov. 6, 1978, EP 7 (no.2) Still the Same: Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band with Toby Beau, London Gardens, London, Ontario, Canada, Friday May 19, 1978, EP 6 (no.175) Im Your Man: Leonard Cohen, Scotiabank Place, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, December 7, 2012, EP 5 (no.104) Never Get Old: David Bowie with The Polyphonic Spree, Corel Centre, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, April 2, 2004, EP 4 (no.76) Flower: Lollapalooza 92 w/Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ministry, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, & Lush, Molson Park, Barrie, Ontario, Canada, Wed Aug 5, 1992, EP 3 (no.7) Here Today, Gone Tomorrow: Ramones with The Demics, Centennial Hall, London, Ontario, Canada, May 20, 1980, EP 2 (no. ARE YOU A PEOPLE PERSON? "Donald said, 'Yo, what's the problem?' He was listed in critical condition at St. Vincent's Hospital last night with head injuries, the police said. It honestly felt like walking into Jamaica. While those threading around us went about their business at a determined clip, we found that if we approached someone to ask for directions or information, they would routinely stop and generously give us a few moments of their time. Hanging Around: Hugh Cornwell from The Stranglers featuring Blondies Clem Burke, November 5, 2010, 154. The shooting occurred about 4 A.M. outside the Island Club at 285 West Broadway, south of Canal Street. I was particularly pleased that the store sold Guinness, of which I grabbed a few before heading over to the hotel. Bembe 509 Dance Clubs $$Williamsburg - South Side "Wth happened to reggae night? With the filling being mushroom-heavy, they tasted awful although the chocolate went a long way towards making them palatable, proving Mary Poppins assertion that a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down as correct. Reggae Lounge, Dec. 9, 1982 Collection: Hip Hop Party and Event Flyers Date: 1982-12-09 Coordinates: 40.720844,-74.004631 Latitude: 40.720844 Longitude: -74.004631 Location: 285 West Broadway Manhattan, New York, New York, United States Country: United States Venue: Reggae Lounge ID Number: HHC8052MC_0056 Collection Number: 8052 File Name: ''It's a reflection of the times,'' said Steven Rubell, a former owner of Studio 54, who plans to feature exhibitions of art at Palladium, the club he is opening next month on the Lower East Side. Not the case. And, yes, musical excess or minimalism can depend on context. Lessons are given from 7 to 8:30 and dancing continues until after midnight. Discopravity: Psychic TV & NYC, Nov. 17, 1983, 023. I saw it! '' The drinks were expensive but it's comes with the location. 1980s New York experienced the worst levels of crime in the city's history. As a result of efforts by club owners to create environments that are comfortable for uptowners yet funky enough for downtowners, today's discos have become places where punkers and bankers, street kids and top recording artists whirl in one colorful blur. He says it was the first time D n B had been broadcast in the U.S., but I cant verify that (check about 2/3 of the way through the track for the banter). Katra Lounge & Event Space New York, NY. I wouldn't remember the clubs as well if he didn't take the photos.. And there was a lot of AIDS consciousness in NYC by that time, although much was still unknown (how it happened, no treatment options, etc.). : The Most Joyful, Protracted Job Exit of My Life, David Bowie 1947-2016: Often Copied, Never Equalled, The Velvet Underground & Nico @ 55: VAs Anniversary Playlists, RIP Lou Reed: Between Thought & Expression Lies A Lifetime, I Need A Fix: Beatles White Album @ 45/I Buy White Albums, June 1, 1974: Eno, Cale, Nico, Ayers 40th Anniversary, Picture This: VA Poster Collection Highlights. ''It takes a lot to impress New Yorkers these days,'' says the club's owner, Frank Lynch. This was the first genuine mosh pit any of us had ever seen. Thats of course as long as you fit neatly within certain limited parameters, something that often gets left out (those others dont really count, do they?). designanator: You must keep a journal to have that level of detail for a common-or-garden calendar day. " Mr. Barksdale said. 6. To the Reggae Beat A few blocks - and worlds - away is the Reggae Lounge, 285 West Broadway (226-4598), a club of jungle greens and browns, infused with the rich sounds of reggae. My hair stood up on end blown away. Adding a business to Yelp is always free. That was his niche. I couldnt tell you anything about what the CJs played because most hardcore sounds the same to me, so Ill just guestimate that they played 100 tunes in 25 minutes, or something like that. Reviews on Reggae Night Clubs in New York, NY - Reggae Retro Dance Party, Lovers Rock, Lounge 247, The Village Underground, Elevate Sky Lounge, Rooftop 760, The Delancey, Kingston Hall, Madame X, Negril Village MajorStage Presents: Live Hip Hop & R&B 9:00 pm MajorStage Presents: Keenan TreVon 7:00 pm 01 MajorStage Presents: Scorey 7:00 pm 02 KiDi: The Golden Boy North American Tour 7:00 pm 03 More Love Less Ego: Afrobeats 11:00 pm Mannywellz 7:00 pm 04 Rhythm Revue 6:00 pm Caribbean Saturdays Flag Fest NYC 11:00 pm As someone who has always walked with a brisk gait, it was sympatico love at first stride. I have a stack of Horace Andy, Alton Ellis, Upsetters, and other greats records thanks to Mr. Hudson. In The Flesh: Blondie, July 10, 2014 (& their mid-70s birth), 178b. I instantly loved the citys hum, strum, and energy. Of course, only our own little Betty Crocker knew how much of the Vitamin P resided in each nougatey product, but within about an hour it became clear to each of us that hed packed plenty into the rich snack. At the Peppermint, admission is $11; at Danceteria it is $8 before 11 P.M. and $12 after. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. A man passes out on top of and inside a trash can in Times Square. I knew I was hit. Perfect For: Dancing Drinking Good Cocktails. Warhol. I'd go back.". Admission is $10. Admission is $10 on weekends. Boanerges: Aha, now I know what youre talking about. Splendor in the Grass: Pink Martini, June 26, 2011, 162. The border crossing was thankfully uneventful, after which we all tried our best the catch some, We groggily rose with the sun, squinting wearily at the dawn assaulting the window panes, lifting baggy eyes slits-wide to gaze at the grim eyesore that was urban Jersey City. It was around 8 or 9 am and rooms wouldnt be ready until later on, so for now we were to drop off our luggage at the hotel for safekeeping while we spent the day exploring. Bankruptcy was narrowly avoided, but only after city-wide cuts to public services and reductions in police and firemen. Back Against the Wall: Circle Jerks, Reggae Lounge, New York City, New York, November 16, 1983, $ n/a NOTE: While this first part of a two-part entry will touch on the Circle Jerks' show and 024 will cover Psychic TV at the Danceteria these two entries are more about the hijinks, buffoonery and events experienced among my friends and . The gunman, carrying an Uzi machine gun, was apparently trying to shoot the men because he was angry that one of them had danced with his wife earlier in the evening, the police and victims said. And that shot of Bowie packing heat, dayum. Off a colorful bar and lounge with a splendid view of midtown, the club's rather intimate-sized dance room gives the air of a lavish private party. Whether you're a local, new in town, or just passing through, you'll be sure to find something on Eventbrite that piques your interest. I also love to dance. But prep paradise is surely the Surf Club, 415 East 91st Street (410-1360), where navy blue suits have been cast aside for the party uniform: black skirts or pants and white shirts. In short order we told him about our plans to head out to see Psychic TV at the Danceteria and let him know that four could become five, but he declined joining the gang and departed. At some, one blends with the crowd; at others, one can find intimacy. On Fridays, admission is $8 for women and $10 for men. Enjoyed reading this. It was like going to Chili's for the chips, salsa, and margaritas, minus the sometimes annoying parents with young kids crowd. Lookin Out My Back Door: John Fogerty, July 12, 2011, 165. Later, as they left the club and got into a taxi, the gunman fired at least 12 shots at the rear of the cab, the police said. I will never forget the first time I heard Jungle Drum n Bass. If your navy blue trademark is your hair, not your suit, you might prefer the live bands and progressive sounds featured at the Pyramid Club, 101 Avenue A, near Seventh Street (420- 1590). Now I feel like I can start dancing. (EP4) Flower: Lollapalooza 92 w/Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ministry, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, & Lush, Aug 5, 1992, 056. . (EP21) I Found That Essence Rare: The Gang of Four with The Hoi Polloi, March 5, 1983, 014. Over 250 felonies were committed every week in the system, making the New York subway the most dangerous mass transit system in the world. By and by I reckoned it was due to herd mentality the slowest was probably the weakest and therefore more susceptible to the prowling carnivores. To the Reggae Beat A few blocks - and worlds - away is the Reggae Lounge, 285 West Broadway (226-4598), a club of jungle greens and browns, infused with the rich sounds of reggae. 3 Men Are Shot At Reggae Club, Site of Slayings, https://www.nytimes.com/1990/11/17/nyregion/3-men-are-shot-at-reggae-club-site-of-slayings.html. The opening of Area more than a year ago gave birth to a new breed of dance club, where music and dance compete with architectural pizazz, where venturesome New Yorkers go almost more to see the latest in props than to listen or move. Miss B explained that we were going to see a band. A few more numbers on, and the soundsystm faded sharply as the rasta/skinhead rotation do-si-doh-ed at this punky reggae party, with the dreads now taking over the wall seats and the leatherednstudded mohicaned punques now swarming the floor as the Circle Jerks began making their way to the stage. Admission is $15. I had never heard of Chihuly until now. Swing Band and a View For swing band sounds in an intimate atmosphere, there is Windows on the World on the top floor of 1 World Trade Center (938-1111). Circle Jerks Reggae Lounge, New York, NY - Nov 16, 1983 Nov 16 1983; Following concerts. NYC had been my No.1 destination to visit for years owing to my long-time fascination with the city and its history, especially as a flash point for transgression and cultural innovations. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. lang and the Siss Boom Bang, June 25, 2011, 161. By the way, do you remember how much AIDS consciousness there was? Nowadays I imagine the border crossing takes far longer, too. There's a bar, a nice sitting area with dim lighting.. the reggae party was going down upstairs. Records thanks to Mr. Hudson of programming dim lighting.. the reggae party was going down upstairs these. Provides a wide sample of reggae shows with particular attention to Gil Bailey 's with... 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