Twice a year NYC’s own ARChive of Contemporary Music holds their Record + CD sale. The ARC holds one of the largest collections of popular music in the world. They digitize their collection, keep two original copies and sell off…
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David Mancuso, Pioneer of NYC’s Underground Dance Music Scene Passes Away
We are very sad to learn that David Mancuso has passed away at age 72. A true pioneer and leader of the NYC underground dance music scene, David will be missed by the many people whose lives he touched. I…
Moment NYC and Groove Collective visit the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery 10/13/16
Moment NYC is proud to play a part in bringing the New York City band Groove Collective to The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in Washington DC for a free concert in connection with their exhibit In the Groove: Jazz Portraits…
De La Soul Died 25 Years Ago
A message from De La Soul: Hey Y’all, You’ve helped us reach another milestone. Today, 5/13/2016, (Friday the 13th) marks the 25th anniversary of the “De La Soul Is Dead” album. This album was released May 13, 1991 (insert old…
Giorgio Gomelsky Underdog Impressario Passes Away
Giorgio Gomelsky passed away in New York January 13, 2016, at the age of 81. He was a film maker, impresario, music manager, songwriter (as Oscar Rasputin) and record producer. Despite his tremendous impact and influence in the world of…
Farewell Mr. Bowie
I’m not sure much can be added to the tremendous outpouring of sentiments that has followed the untimely death of David Bowie. So much has been said about his genius and creativity, his ability to always keep us guessing and…
Legendary NYC Recording Studio Avatar On The Block?
As reported in the September 25th article in Billboard Magazine, according to their sources, the legendary New York City recording facility Avatar, formerly The Power Station, is up for sale. Avatar is one of the last big studios left from…
Steve Reich App to Improve Your Rhythm
Steve Reich has just released a free rhythm game app on the iTunes store called “Steve Reich’s Clapping Music” which allows you to compete for a chance to perform live with his ensemble! You can read more about here. And…
MOMENT NYC MPFT Grant Approved!
We just received word that our application for funding from the Musicians Performance Trust Fund, American Federation of Musicians was approved through Local 802.