#Rumsey Playfield

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Fishbone at Central Park SummerStage

Full gallery is available on my website here.

On Saturday, July 8, 2000, Fishbone performed a free show at Central Park SummerStage at Rumsey Playfield in New York, NY. The above gallery is of images I captured during the show on 35mm film that I had scanned earlier this year.

A review of the show by Jon Pareles is available on The New York Times website here.

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Photography: Portraits of New Yorkers at SummerStage 7/29/23

Photography: Portraits of New Yorkers at SummerStage 7/29/23 @CapitalOne @SummerStage @CPFNYC @CentralParkNYC @dkcnews

I’ve covered a couple of Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage showcases at Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, and besides catching some great music across a variety of genres and styles, what I love about the annual festival is the opportunity to take impromptu pictures of my fellow New Yorkers.  I firmly believe that New York has some of the most beautiful people in the entire world just…

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Morgan Heritage Electrifies Central Park in Powerful Tribute to Peetah Morgan

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Morgan Heritage Electrifies Central Park in Powerful Tribute to Peetah Morgan

Waves of joy, excitement, and nostalgia rolled through Central Park as Morgan Heritage took the stage for their SummerStage show on Saturday, August 10. That evening, thousands of fans filled Rumsey Playfield for an event that served as a homecoming for the trailblazing Reggae band, a celebration of VP Records’ 45th anniversary, and a tribute to Peetah Morgan, the band’s beloved brother and lead singer, who tragically passed away in February.

  So, when the headliners began their set with the title track to their Grammy award winning album “Strictly Roots, accompanied by images of Peetah on the screen behind them, the massive crowd greeted them with a chorus of cheers.

The event, produced by the City Parks Foundation in partnership with Capital One and presented by VP Records and CTBC Music Group, marked a pivotal moment for the Grammy-winning group, returning to New York City to reconnect with their roots their hometown since the ascension of their beloved Peetah Morgan.

Siblings and band members Gramps, Lukes, Mojo, and Una, along with Gramps’ son, Jemere Morgan, played beloved hits like “Down by the River,” “Brooklyn and Jamaica,” and “Mount Zion Medley,” while also using the show to bridge the gap between past and future.

Throughout their set, they honored their late patriarch Denroy Morgan and introduced a new generation of talent through Bria Ariel, Priel, Raiah and Esh Morgan, who are carrying the torch forward for the “Royal Family of Reggae.”

  The audience remained lively throughout, partly due to the immense talent that preceded the band and that joined them on stage. The show, hosted by Pat McKay, featured sets from Reggaelation Sound, Massive B (Bobby Konders & Jabba), legendary selector Lion Face, and DJ Norie of Power 105.1. A highlight was when surprise guest Sharon Marley took the stage for a heartfelt rendition of “No Woman, No Cry,” with the lyrics changed to “No mama, No cry.” Morgan Heritage’s hour-and-a-half-long set was further energized by surprise appearances from Ras Shiloh and Tarrus Riley, both of whom matched the hype of the crowd.

  Morgan Heritage shared, “To see the love and support from our family, friends, and most of all, our fans, the Loyal Royals, was truly amazing. We’re grateful to our family, Chris & Randy Chin, and the entire team at VP Records, the city of New York, and Central Park SummerStage for making it possible for us to celebrate the life of our brother Peetah Morgan and the legacy we’ve built together in the place we were born. Big Brooklyn every time!

  They continued: “Our children were also extremely happy to feel the support they received. As the next generation, we are preparing to carry on the legacy. The future is bright, and we will continue doing what we love until the year 3000 and beyond. We’ll see you in a city near you very soon, and never forget that we love you all. ROCKAZ!”

“Bringing Morgan Heritage back to New York for this event was essential, not just for the band but for everyone involved,” said Randy Chin, President of VP Records.“The connection between the band and their fans, especially as they honored Peetah and introduced the next generation, was something special. It’s incredible to see the community celebrate life, music, and legacy on this scale, and we’re proud to have played a role in making this moment possible. We’re also excited to see how their story unfolds from here.”

  Morgan Heritage has been a cornerstone in Reggae music for decades. Since its formation in 1994, the band has headlined festivals across the globe and released over a dozen studio albums, winning the Grammy Award for Reggae Album of the Year in 2016 for Strictly Roots and earning a second nomination in 2018 for Avrakedabra. Peetah Morgan, known for his soulful voice and profound lyrics, played a pivotal role in the band’s success and influence in the

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🎶💃🏾☀️#ArtIsAWeapon Here are a few fun music, dance & culture events to do this weekend in #NYC, many of which are Free.99:

Today, August 5

🔸️THE RAP UP-"An immersive experience that will take you back in time to Hip-Hop's early years." Panel discussions + Hip-Hop exhibits featuring @vibemagazine editor-in-chief @datwon, Wild Style director @CharlieAhearn, @mickey.factz + fashion icons @5001Flavors, HipHop icon @fab5freddy + designer @iamaprilwalker author/journalist @vikkitobak & @djspinna -📍@nypl, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, 476 5th Ave, 10AM-4PM

🔸️ #DancePartyNYC with @djstorminnorman at 📍@theafricacenter, 1280 5th Ave, 2PM-10PM; Part of the @nypl 's "joyous citywide festival of music and movement" at more than 20 venues across 4 boroughs. See link in @nypl BIO or go to nypl.org/dancepartynyc for more info.

🔸️ @theoriginals_nyc - @richmedina

@djclarkkent @stretcharmstrong Tony Touch - at @summerstage 📍#CentralPark-Rumsey Playfield, 5PM-10PM with live graffiti art by @jamestopproductions

🔸️@stonebwoy with @iam_djbuka and @bigwooo_ebonnn - Afropop, dancehall and reggae presented by @summerstage + @ghanafestny at📍#CrotonaPark - 1700 Crotona Park Ave, #TheBronx, 6PM-9PM

🔸️@rednessparties presents Amplified with @markfrancis and Merlin Bobb @clubshelternyc, 📍23 Meadow Street, Brooklyn, 9PM-4AM. $20

Tomorrow, August 6

🔸️@soulsummitmusic at 📍@fortgreenepark, Dekalb & Myrtle Ave, BK 3PM - 8PM (IYKYK!!)

🔸️ @summerstage at 📍@coneyamp featuring @niceandsmoothofficial @specialedmusic @buckshotbdi @mastaacepics @therealclsmooth @therealrahdigga @therealrampage @sweetteethemc Joeski Love, @sparkydmusic and The B-Boys, hosted by @videomusicbox, 4PM.

🔸️ @soulclapofficial + @djspinna + @rissancr at 📍@publicrecordsnyc The Nursery, 233 Butler Street, BK, 3PM-9PM.

#HipHop #Housemusic #DanceMusic #Afropop #NYCDayParties #MusicIsLife #Dancers #DancingIsFreedom #Summerstage #HipHop50

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Good Morning America’s Summer Concert Series Is Back

It’s Summer, and Good Morning America is about to raise the temperature a few degrees with the return of its Summer Concert Series. And it is no wonder the forecast for this summer is a sizzler because the lineup is crazy. Good Morning America is Adding a Bit of Heat According to ABC News/Good Morning America, Friday, July 14, will mark the start of GMA’s summer concert series. And none other than BTS member Jung Kook will take the stage at Rumsey Playfield in New York City’s Central Park to perform “Seven.” https://youtu.be/dNaGe1ldd0M But that’s only the start of this seasonal heat-up. One look at the schedule, and one thing is clear: this lineup ensures fans across the globe will not faint in disappointment. The roster of performers will include popular performing artists from all genres, from pop to hip-hop. Line up for Good Morning America's Concert Series July will also feature Fitz and The Tantrums, Macklemore, and One Republic. Things will get hotter in August with guests Hozier, Tim McGraw, Megan Thee Stallion, and Demi Lovato. But August 11 will be especially lit with GMA’s 50th Anniversary Hip-hop celebration featuring Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Busta Rhymes, and BIA. And artists such as The Black-Eyed Peas and Sam Hunt will bring the summer series to a close in September. GMA a Platform Set Apart: Offers Something For the People Good Morning America, one of the American Broadcasting Station's premier news platforms, is a mainstay in the homes of the viewing public. Making its debut in 1975, GMA began as somewhat of an experiment with, as the Hollywood Reporter denotes, an “auspicious start.” However, GMA soon became the platform of choice. And as first-rate media goes in 2008, GMA raised the bar by adding something new for its viewing audience, a summer concert series. No one could deny the genius of the fresh and re-invigorating addition. The morning uplift was enthralling to viewers. And this year marks the 15th year of that offering. And it promises to be entertaining and engaging. Check It Out For those needing a little music in their lives, a little melodic inspiration to start the day, tune in to GMA. For more information on the lineup, check the details. And in the words of the Black-Eyed Pea's party anthem, “Let’s Get It Started… !” Written by: Renae Richardson Read the full article

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‘GOOD MORNING AMERICA’ ANNOUNCES RETURN OF ITS 2023 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES FEATURING CHART-TOPPING ARTISTS

Jung Kook of BTS Kicks Off the Series on Friday, July 14, in New York City’s Central Park

‘GMA’ Concerts Also Present Tim McGraw, Hozier, Fitz and The Tantrums, Carly Rae Jepsen, Sam Hunt and 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop Show With Fat Joe and Remy Ma, as well as Busta Rhymes Featuring BIA

ABC News’ “Good Morning America” announced today the return of its Summer Concert Series, featuring award-winning, world-renowned artists. The series launches on Friday, July 14, when global popstar Jung Kook of BTS takes the stage in New York City’s Central Park to perform his songs, including solo debut single “Seven.” The lineup includes some of the hottest names in music, with live performances by GRAMMY Award®-winning country superstar Tim McGraw, international sensation Hozier, multiplatinum group Fitz and The Tantrums, pop singer-songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen and bestselling artist Sam Hunt. Plus, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, the series will feature a concert with GRAMMY Award-nominated artists Fat Joe and Remy Ma, as well as a performance by GRAMMY Award-winner Busta Rhymes featuring special guest BIA. “GMA” will announce the final performance to round out the 2023 Summer Concert Series lineup soon.

2023 Summer Concert Series Lineup: https://bit.ly/44B6av4

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July 14 – Jung Kook of BTS in Central Park (#JungKookOnGMA)

July 28 – Fitz and The Tantrums in “GMA”’s Times Square studio (#FitzAndTantrumsOnGMA)

Aug. 10 – Carly Rae Jepsen in “GMA”’s Times Square studio (#CarlyRaeJepsenOnGMA)

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Aug. 11 – 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop Celebration in Central Park: Fat Joe and Remy Ma (#FatJoeOnGMA) (#RemyMaOnGMA); Busta Rhymes featuring special guest BIA (#BustaRhymesOnGMA)

Aug. 18 – Hozier in “GMA”’s Times Square studio (#HozierOnGMA)

Aug. 25 – Tim McGraw in Central Park (#TimMcGrawOnGMA)

Sept. 1 – Sam Hunt in Central Park (#SamHuntOnGMA)

Sponsored by Revlon Hair Tools and Hot Tools, live performances of the 2023 Summer Concert Series will take place at Rumsey Playfield in New York City’s Central Park as well as “GMA”’s iconic Times Square studio. Concerts scheduled to take place in Central Park are free and open to the public, while performances in “GMA”’s Times Square studios will not have a live audience. Information on how to attend a summer concert in Central Park can be found on goodmorningamerica.com.

All performances will air from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. ET during the “Good Morning America” broadcast, with additional performances later in the day on “GMA3: What You Need to Know” at 1:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m. CT and on ABC News Live at 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET. For the latest information and bonus material from the “GMA” 2023 Summer Concert Series, be sure to follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Death of Trugoy The Dove of the group De La Soul at 54

SCOTT GRIES/Getty Images via AFP NEW YORK – OCTOBER 06: Pasemaster Mase (R) and Trugoy the Dove of De La Soul perform at Current TV’s “Take Back TV” launch celebration at Central Park’s Rumsey Playfield October 6, 2005 in New York City. (Photo by Scott Gries/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Pasemaster Mase;Trugoy the Dove (Photo by Scott Gries/Getty Images North America/Getty Images via…

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Stevie performing on Good Morning America at Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, August 26th, 2011.

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Some unreleased photos of Lindsey Stirling from one of her performances a few years ago at Central Park’s Rumsey Playfield, for Wayback Wednesday! More photos from her performance on my web site.

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Sunday, July 16, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Central Park, you can catch Roy Ayers and Fela Kuti’s son, Seun Kuti, performing for free for the first time.

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Arooj Aftab, Sid Sriram, and DJ Rekha at Central Park SummerStage

On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, a stellar bill took place at Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage in Central Park’s Rumsey Playfield in New York, NY. The free concert featured live performances by Arooj Aftab, Sid Sriram, and ELEM (nee Emel Mathlouthi) plus DJ sets by DJ Rekha.

I covered the show for BrooklynVegan and the gallery is now available on their website here.

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Photography: Portraits of New Yorkers at SummerStage 7/26/23

Photography: Portraits of New Yorkers at SummerStage 7/26/23 @CapitalOne @SummerStage @CPFNYC @CentralParkNYC @dkcnews

Caption: Black is always beautiful y’all. And these two beautiful young people instantly caught my eye. I’ve covered a couple of Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage showcases at Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, and besides catching some great music across a variety of genres and styles, what I love about the annual festival is the opportunity to take impromptu pictures of my fellow New…

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Morgan Heritage Homecoming: A Tribute to Peetah Morgan at Central Park SummerStage on August 10

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Morgan Heritage Homecoming: A Tribute to Peetah Morgan at Central Park SummerStage on August 10

Morgan Heritage is honoured to announce a headlining performance at SummerStage in celebration of Peetah Morgan’s life and the band’s legacy. The show, dubbed “Morgan Heritage Homecoming: A Tribute to Peetah Morgan,” will take place from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on August 10 at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park, New York City. Admission is free.

Produced by the City Parks Foundation in collaboration with Capital One and presented by VP Records alongside CTBC Music Group, the concert brings the Grammy Award-winning reggae group – featuring siblings Gramps, Lukes, Mojo, Una, and next-generation member Jemere Morgan – back for its first live show in their native New York City since 2019.

The band will be joined by Massive B (Bobby Konders & Jabba), legendary selector Lion Face, DJ Norie of Power 105.1, host Pat McKay; and their family, friends, and fans for an evening of uplifting roots reggae music.

“The legacy we built over the last 25+ years wouldn’t have been possible without Randy and Chris Chin and our entire family at VP Records. So it was no coincidence VP Records saw it befitting to partner with the group and our team at CTBC Music Group to honor our beloved brother and lead singer Peetah Morgan in the place of our birth.

We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from all around the world, and we can’t wait to continue the legacy on such a legendary stage at Central Park SummerStage. It will be another Rockaz moment!” said Morgan Heritage. The concert also coincides with VP Records’ 45th anniversary.

Randy Chin, President of VP Records, said, “We’re honored to play a part in Morgan Heritage’s homecoming at SummerStage, especially as we pay tribute to Peetah Morgan, whose legacy continues to inspire us all. Our relationship with the Morgan family has been built over decades of collaboration, mutual respect, and a shared passion for reggae music. So this event, bringing it back to where it all began, is a full-circle moment for all of us. It’s a celebration of their incredible journey and the timeless impact they’ve had on the music and culture.”

Morgan Heritage has been a cornerstone in reggae music for decades. Since its formation in 1994, the band has headlined festivals across the globe and released over a dozen studio albums, winning the Grammy Award for Reggae Album of the Year in 2016 for Strictly Roots and earning a second nomination in 2018 for Avrakedabra. Peetah Morgan, known for his soulful voice and profound lyrics, played a pivotal role in the band’s success and influence in the genre.

Join the FREE CONCERT and an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the legacy of Morgan Heritage and pay tribute to Peetah Morgan through music and community.

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Good Morning America’s Summer Concert Series Is Back

It’s Summer, and Good Morning America is about to raise the temperature a few degrees with the return of its Summer Concert Series. And it is no wonder the forecast for this summer is a sizzler because the lineup is crazy. Good Morning America is Adding a Bit of Heat According to ABC News/Good Morning America, Friday, July 14, will mark the start of GMA’s summer concert series. And none other than BTS member Jung Kook will take the stage at Rumsey Playfield in New York City’s Central Park to perform “Seven.” https://youtu.be/dNaGe1ldd0M But that’s only the start of this seasonal heat-up. One look at the schedule, and one thing is clear: this lineup ensures fans across the globe will not faint in disappointment. The roster of performers will include popular performing artists from all genres, from pop to hip-hop. Line up for Good Morning America's Concert Series July will also feature Fitz and The Tantrums, Macklemore, and One Republic. Things will get hotter in August with guests Hozier, Tim McGraw, Megan Thee Stallion, and Demi Lovato. But August 11 will be especially lit with GMA’s 50th Anniversary Hip-hop celebration featuring Fat Joe, Remy Ma, Busta Rhymes, and BIA. And artists such as The Black-Eyed Peas and Sam Hunt will bring the summer series to a close in September. GMA a Platform Set Apart: Offers Something For the People Good Morning America, one of the American Broadcasting Station's premier news platforms, is a mainstay in the homes of the viewing public. Making its debut in 1975, GMA began as somewhat of an experiment with, as the Hollywood Reporter denotes, an “auspicious start.” However, GMA soon became the platform of choice. And as first-rate media goes in 2008, GMA raised the bar by adding something new for its viewing audience, a summer concert series. No one could deny the genius of the fresh and re-invigorating addition. The morning uplift was enthralling to viewers. And this year marks the 15th year of that offering. And it promises to be entertaining and engaging. Check It Out For those needing a little music in their lives, a little melodic inspiration to start the day, tune in to GMA. For more information on the lineup, check the details. And in the words of the Black-Eyed Pea's party anthem, “Let’s Get It Started… !” Written by: Renae Richardson Read the full article

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CHVRCHES // Rumsey Playfield // New York, NY // September 29th, 2015

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Stevie performing on Good Morning America at Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, August 26th, 2011.