From Williamsburg to Fort Greene, Bed Stuy to Downtown & DUMBO. . .Brooklyn Bodega is doing it big this summer.
Last year Brooklyn Bodega partnered with powerHouse Books & This year that concept is being rolled into a four week outdoor film series. Screenings will celebrate the legacy of Hip-Hop cinema as well as introduce audiences to some of the fine independent filmmakers in Brooklyn. SHOULD BE DOPE!
The Funk and Soul element of past festivals is also being rolled into a separate day so that the music has its own day to shine.
The main Festival day will still feature the best of old school, new school, and local acts. Although artists announcement are forthcoming organizers are very excited about the legends and young lions they are looking to bring back to Brooklyn.
"Brooklyn holds a mythical place in Hip-Hop culture. The Brooklyn energy is what inspires us year in and year out. We want to bring that to fans across the country. With the tour we are viewing ourselves as cultural ambassadors" says festival organizer Wes Jackson
Tenative Lineup:
June 21st - Nasty Funk and Hot Buttered Soul- A celebration of Hip-Hop's roots. Featuring the best crate diggers in the game as well as the finest in Neo- Soul
June 13th, 20th, 27th and July 11th - The BHF Film series- Sit out in the park and watch the finest in Hip-Hop cinema. The films the Academy snuffed. We're talking 'Juice', 'Beat Street' and 'New Jack City.' As well as the finest offerings from Brooklyn's own indie filmmakers
July 12th - The main Festival Date-The Kings and Queens of Brooklyn return home supported by the next wave from Brooklyn and beyond.
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