Join me for a Nightime 4K walk through a portion of Lower Manhattan from City Hall Park to Brookfield Place. See Christmas lights, people shopping, and beautiful public spaces decked out for the holidays. Thanks for watching, and make sure to subscribe: #nycchristmas #nightwalks #oculus...
Walk through 77th and 81st streets as the city of New York and Macy’s prepare for the Thanksgiving Parade 2023. Date recorded Wednesday, November 23, 2023 at 2pm 53 degrees Filmed in 4k 60fps. #macysthanksgivingdayparade #walkthrough #balloons #newyorkcitylife #macys #macysparade...
Highlight video: Alabama A&M University Marching Maroon & White Band (the oldest HBCU band in the country) and appearances from En Vogue, Bell Biv Devoe, Kenan Thompson (SNL), Jabari Banks (Bel-Air), Harlem Globetrotters and more! Location: 62nd and Central Park West Time: 8:30...
Last week I went to SoHo and tried a “Supreme Croissant” from Pi Bakerie, one of my favorite places down there. it was filled with Pistachio cream and I really loved it. So I went a few days later to get another. Except it turns out that the baker follows nothing but his own inspiration...
This free-spirited woman, dancing among commuters, kicks off her shoes and enjoys the music unfazed by the stream of New Yorkers moving all around her. Music Under New York is a program that brings musicians playing in New York City into the subway, and it often inspires spontaneous...
If you didn’t catch last weekend’s ‘BK loves Michael Jackson & Prince Party,’ hosted by the one and only Spike Lee with the sensational beats of DJ Spinna, this video is your backstage pass to all the excitement. Positioned right by the stage, I captured the best...
My friend Zoom Cherry was in New York to promote her artfashion collection and we collaborated with model Avloni Lerose to put together a fashion shoot in Manhattan’s Chinatown. We had some hiccups along the way, like getting kicked out of our first spot, but that’s what makes it...
Events
NYC STOP TRUMP SUMMIT | Strategizing With Don Lemon, Al Sharpton, Tara Setmayer & Nell Irvin Painter
Time to get our political gears turning in unison. That’s what it will to take for us to defeat the Republican menace trying to roll back civil rights, suppress our history, and generally f*ck up the country. So I’m sharing some highlights from the STOP TRUMP SUMMIT that took place in NYC...
FAM!…THIS PERFORMANCE is dope…I went to Culture Lab LIC / Plaxall Gallery in Queens to see something I never experienced before, which is a form of Nigerian storytelling and dance that you don’t get to see very often outside of Nigeria. So here’s your chance to see it too. The whole...
Join this enlightening conversation with acclaimed historian *Blair LM Kelley* , who discusses her book *Black Folk: The Roots of the Black Working Class* . The event took place at *Weeksville Heritage Center* in Brooklyn, where we heard Kelley’s insights into her research and some of the...
*QUESTION? Have YOU been to a New York City block party?* Share your experience in the comment section below. This NYC tradition of feeling community in the street should be promoted and protected. Highlights from “The Soapbox Presents Stoop Sessions: For the Love of House” block party...
Please like this video to show the YouTube algorithm that you want to see more cultural content like this! Thanks for watching, and make sure to subscribe ↓ blackinthecore.co/subscribe The Soapbox Presents: Stoop Sessions is a series of outdoor musical concerts that take place on the...
The BKLYN Fashion Academy’s Ancient Egypt-inspired runway show was a shining example of bottom-up culture and creativity. This was a student fashion show, free from the corporate involvement that dominates the fashion industry. The designers put in long hours, sewing each piece...
#patriceroberts #socamusic #soca #livemusicconcert
There’s more to New York City’s Roosevelt Island than some random landmarks and a place to see the skyline. In this first episode of Black in the Core we’ll see the tourist sites, but we’ll also dig deeper. We’ll examine the island’s fascinating past...
Join us for a relaxed stroll through the lively streets of East Midtown in New York City. We’ll discover the sights and sounds of this bustling neighborhood, from iconic landmarks to hidden gems. Get ready to experience the real vibe of Midtown in this casual walking tour...
A&E
Shining Light on Black & Mexican Artists: The Whitney’s Revolutionary Exhibition | Vida Americana
Shining Light on Black & Mexican Artists | The Whitney’s Revolutionary Exhibition | NYC Museum of American Art Visit | Black In The Core Vida Americana: Mexican Muralists Remake American Art Want to see socially woke, revolutionary art that challenged everything before it? In...
Join us as we visit Harlem Shake, an uptown spot for classic comfort food like burgers, fries, and shakes. It’s a retro styled restaurant that captures the look and feel of an old-school burger joint, even though it opened in 2013. People have been recommending their veggie burger to me...
Halloween fell on a Tuesday this year but that didn’t stop people from turning up. This is some footage from the scene at the corner of Ludlow St. and Stanton St., outside Pianos Bar and Kind Regards. There were a lot of people waiting to get into the two clubs, and lots more people just...
*QUESTION? HAVE ANY OF YOU BEEN TO A GOOD OLD NEW YORK CITY BLOCK PARTY?* After the live performance “The Soapbox Presents Stoop Sessions: For the Love of House” () there was a DJ set that kept the crowd dancing. Here’s some additional footage I captured, and I think you’ll feel the...
#africanamericandayparade #harlemculture #nycparade Harlem’s 54th Annual African American Day Parade was an unforgettable event full of joy, unity, and a profound appreciation for our rich heritage. It’s incredibly impressive to see group after group marching with their signs...
Zoom Cherry is an artist whose hand-painted and embellished creations are coveted by celebrities, fashion enthusiasts and stylists. She’s based on the island of Ibiza, Europe’s unofficial party capital and home to a music and club scene that have inspired her colorful and exuberant pieces...
Urban Agenda
They’re Destroying Our Harlem and What Are We Gonna DO ABOUT IT? With Michael Henry Adams
In this episode we turn our attention to Michael Henry Adams, an author and historian who’s spent decades working to preserve Harlem’s architectural treasures. Mr. Adams shares the story of writing “Harlem Lost and Found”, the definitive historical account of Harlem’s built...
Spotlight
The Inclusive Future of Lacrosse: Empowering Brooklyn’s Diverse Youth with Brooklyn Lacrosse Club
Brooklyn Lacrosse Club is providing opportunities for Brooklyn youth of all experience levels and backgrounds to enjoy the sport. Despite its Native American origin, over time the sport became popular amongst the wealthy and their Ivy League institutions. Now, a new generation of players...
These are excerpts from the STooPS Annual Art Crawl in Bed Stuy. This year’s theme was “What if Bed Stuy Was a Black Utopia?” You’ll hear from some of the artists and local residents, and soak up the summer vibes. The day featured singing, poetry, dancing, visual art, childrens’...
Events
Rakim, Big Daddy Kane & Guests / Live at Lincoln Center / Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop (Excerpts)
Lincoln Center’s Summer for The City series delivered another evening of world class entertainment on August 9th at Damrosch Park. The “J Period Live Mixtape: Gods & Kings Edition”, featured Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Talib Kweli, Kool G Rap, Craig G, and other special guests. The night...
SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL ✅ ► PayPal: (one-time support) ► Subscribe: ► Telling your friends Enjoy this rousing performance of modern African dance by the EVIDENCE Dance Company directed by Ronald K Brown and set to the music of Fela Kuti (if ya know, ya know!). This is all part of Lincoln...
You’re going to love this video. I went to The Metropolitan Museum to capture the incredible 2023 Roof Garden Commission by Lauren Halsey. I went early in the morning to bring you the most beautiful light and uncrowded footage of the Egyptian style temple constructed on top of the museum...
DiscOasis is a new roller disco pop-up in Central Park operating for the summer at Wollman Rink. I shot this video on opening night. Rollerskating is having a moment right now in popular culture, but for lots of Black folks it never went away. There are roller skating rinks across the...
I was hanging out with a friend at Brooklyn Bridge Park when I met Z, a local skate star who was enjoying a sunny Spring day in one of the best ways possible: on wheels. Z is a lifelong New Yorker who shares her thoughts on the current state of NYC, skate culture, and the recent opening...
Join me for a quick visit to Bed Stuy’s famous A&A Bake & Doubles Shop, to eat a popular and delicious Trini food called “Doubles”. It’s really hard to find good doubles outside of the Caribbean but here in Brooklyn’s Bed Stuy neighborhood...
Check out these highlights from the Biggie Smalls Birthday Block Party in Brooklyn, which was held on the street Saint James Place, the street in Bed-Stuy where The Notorious B.I.G. lived. There was artwork, food, live performances, roller skating, double dutch and all the beautiful...
Join me on a walk through the Uptown Night Market of Harlem! This event happens the 2nd Thursday of every month, until November. They have live performances and DJs, local food vendors, and unique merchandise. Toward the end of the video you see how people were dancing and enjoying the...
It’s the biggest Halloween Parade in the world and there’s nothing like it anywhere else. Here’s a few minutes of footage to give you an idea of what it’s like. If you ever get a chance to be in NYC during Halloween don’t miss it. It’s something...
A&E
NYC African Burial Ground | Part 2: In the words of the architect Rodney Leon【4K】Black In The Core
Welcome! This episode is part 2 of a special three-part series honoring the 30th anniversary of the discovery of the African Burial Ground in Lower Manhattan. A week-long program of events at the downtown site marked this important anniversary. Architect Rodney Leon, founder and principal...
After the first few minutes of information on the history of this National Monument, the video delivers a must-watch spiritual experience of the African Burial Ground that’s different from purely factual videos that usually fail to convey its spirit. This is a different, truly...
Walks
New York Walks | Coney Island at Night: People, Bright Lights & Amusements | Black In The Core【4K】
Hello Community!!! Welcome to my channel, Black In The Core.This video is your amusement ticket 🎟️ to Coney Island for all the dope rides, games, food, and interesting people you could imagine! It’s a scene straight out of the movies. Flashing colored lights, people having a good time...
Walks
New York Walks | Crossing the Harlem River on the High Bridge! | Part 2 | Black In The Core【4K】
Hello Community!!! Welcome to Black In The Core. You are currently watching Crossing the Harlem River on the High Bridge! This episode is a continuation of the previous episode “IN THE (Real) HEIGHTS”, where we experienced the neighborhood of Washington Heights, ending at the High Bridge...
Walks
New York Walks | In The (Real) Heights: Washington Heights Street Life | Black In The Core【4K】
IN THE (REAL) HEIGHTS: Washington Heights Walking Tour: Street Life & Culture | Black In The Core. Discover the real Washington Heights, the setting for Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hit movie musical “In the Heights”. This episode shows the real street life and culture of the neighborhood...
Hello Community!!! Welcome to Black In The Core. You are currently watching Coney Island NYC 4k Walking Tour: Pier, Boardwalk, Beach, and MORE. Do you want to know what life is like in New York City from a Black New Yorker’s perspective? Then this channel is perfect for you. Please...