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Executive Director @briccelebratebk. Music👸🏾. 3x winner of secret music industry playlist club.

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Join BRIC Inside Out for a preview of our big closing night concert with @lizphairofficial and @sleater_kinney!

In this episode, @wesmartinjackson and @saidahb share why word of this rare pairing of 90’s alt rock stars made national music news - and how each artist has now earned multigenerational appeal.

Enjoy the conversation, and catch our final show off the BRIC #CelebrateBrooklyn season this Saturday, Sept 19. Now including @frankiecombos for a powerhouse triple bill. Don’t miss! RSVP at the link in the bio.

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Join BRIC Inside Out for a sneak peek at our collaboration with Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso for Dominican Night at the Bandshell.

In this episode, @wesmartinjackson and @saidahb share how this celebration of Dominican culture came about, and the fantastic energy and artistry that music lovers can expect at #CelebrateBrooklyn this Saturday, August 29.

Don’t miss this penultimate concert in our 2026 festival season! RSVP at the link in the bio.

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Join BRIC Inside Out for a look at our partnership with @actionlabny to honor the social justice legacy of Harry Belafonte, featuring Common and special guests, on Friday, August 28.

In this episode, BRIC President Wes Jackson and BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Executive Director Saidah Blount discuss the trailblazing humanitarian work of Harry Belafonte, how @common carries on in that tradition, and what makes this night such a standout.

Another can’t-miss concert at the Lena Horne Bandshell. RSVP at the link in the bio.

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What defines a star? ⭐️ Join BRIC Inside Out for a preview of our much-awaited presentation of Sasha Velour’s Nightgowns this Friday, Aug 21.

In this episode, @wesmartinjackson and @saidahb go behind the scenes to share what makes this night of amazing performance and cultural pride such a standout on our season - and why @sashavelour is such a superstar. Hear Wes and Saidah discuss how this event reflects the values that BRIC stands for 24/7, then join us for a night to remember! RSVP at the link in the bio and see you there. .

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RADICAL JOY IS HOW WE BUILD UP AND HOW WE GET DOWN… What makes that message so essential right now?

Join BRIC Inside Out with BRIC President Wes Jackson and BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Executive Director Saidah Blount for an insider’s look at our 2026 programming theme, Radical Joy. In this episode, @wesmartinjackson and @saidahb discuss what drew us to that message and what it says about our entire season of shows.

Share your thoughts on what Radical Joy means to you. And don’t miss our next free show in the series: @sashavelour’s Nightgowns! This Friday, August 21, at the Lena Horne Bandshell, RSVP at the link in the bio.

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Join BRIC Inside Out for a preview of our incredible Americana Night this Saturday, Aug 15, featuring three phenomenal artists. Your path to radical joy starts here…

In this episode, @wesmartinjackson and @saidahb go behind the scenes of our America 250 celebration, headlined by the Grammy-nominated British Nigerian singer-songwriter Yola (@iamyolaofficial), one of today’s most essential voices. She’s joined by acclaimed roots songster Dom Flemons and the Traveling Wildfires (@thetravelingwildfires) and Brooklyn Americana star Cleo Reed (@cleoforshort) whose debut album “Cuntry” is subverting the yeehaw agenda. Presented with support from the National Endowment for the Arts as part of America250.

Hear Wes and Saidah discuss what makes our Americana Night lineup such a standout, and don’t miss this concert! RSVP at the link in the bio.

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Join BRIC Inside Out for an inside look at TWO amazing shows coming to BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Your countdown to radical joy starts now…

In this episode, @wesmartinjackson and @saidahb preview our community-driven tribute to R&B princess Aaliyah, discussing her impact on the culture and the incredible concert that awaits this Saturday, August 8. Curated by Music Director Taja Cheek / L'Rain (@turrelljames), and featuring Res (@the1res), serpentwithfeet (@serpentwithfeet), Halima (@halimabot), Anajah (@icecreameaterrr), Motherboard (@theemotherboard), host Brittany Spanos (@brittanyspanos), special guest Ralph McDaniels (@videomusicbox), and many more.

Next, Wes and Saidah lift up the @lyricistlounge 35th anniversary show arriving at the Bandshell on Friday, August 14. They share why Lyricist Lounge is one of the culture's most respected and exciting platforms, renowned for introducing the world to legendary hip-hop voices. Now, with LL35, the celebration comes to the Bandshell featuring none other than Jadakiss, joined by more special guests to be announced.

Two must-see concerts at one don’t-miss festival: BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Enjoy the conversation - Wes and Saidah go deep - and be sure to RSVP for both nights at the link in the bio.

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Join BRIC Inside Out for a behind-the-scenes tour of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Your path to radical joy starts right here…

In this episode, @wesmartinjackson and @saidahb offer an inside look at our incredible globalFEST concert, coming to the Lena Horne Bandshell this Friday, August 7, with an array of can’t-miss artists: agents of “ethno chaos” @dakhabrakha (Ukraine), Cumbia noble @yeisonlandero (Colombia), @sallybabys.silverdollars (New Orleans), and @freezybone200 (Korea).

Hear Wes and Saidah discuss just how and why @globalfest_nyc came to make their first appearance at BRIC #CelebrateBrooklyn, and the night of amazing music that awaits. If world rhythms are your thing, we’ve got just the night of music for you. RSVP at the link in the bio.

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Join BRIC Inside Out for a behind-the-scenes tour of BRIC #CelebrateBrooklyn! Your path to radical joy starts right here…

In this episode, @wesmartinjackson and @saidahb offer an inside look at our amazing Neo Soul Night, coming to the Lena Horne Bandshell this Friday, July 31. Ben Carr aka @_carrtoons_ has become one of today’s most sought-after producers and bassists. He’s joined by virtuosic vocalist @hailesupreme. A frequent collaborator, singer songwriter @daddy.long.limbs, opens the night with powerful storytelling. Panamanian singer songwriter @sofia.valdes rounds out the bill with lush, lyrical, Latin-infused soul.

Hear Wes and Saidah discuss why this night is another can’t-miss on our summer festival lineup - and don’t miss the show 🎶 It’s for the groovers and the movers. RSVP at the link in the bio.

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Brower Park understood the assignment. 💚🎶

Neighbours, families, dancers, and music lovers showed up in full force for another BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! pop-up, turning the park into one big dance floor. From the first beat to the final track, the energy was pure Brooklyn.

A special thank you to New York City Council Member Chi Ossé (@cmchiosse) and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso (@bkbpreynoso) for championing spaces where community, culture, and joy can thrive.

These are the moments we celebrate: music that brings people together, parks that become gathering places, and summer nights that remind us the best shows are right in our own neighbourhoods.

Until the next pop-up. 💚

📸 @tobytenenbaum

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Beautiful new ‘Elia vs ?’ episode featuring Korean gayageum revolutionary Sunju Park with a guest DJ set & a premiere of the title track from her about to drop LP ‘Crack! Then my bff & collaborator @rudyshepherd gave a quick @phish @ MSG update before @bullthieves rolled thru to talk their new record Rattlesnake & Swan, premiere some tracks, & spin a sick set! Listen back @ link in le bio.
Catch Sunju at @pac_nyc tomorrow for two shows w @pg_lolo & Mustafa Kalie Ahmed
& at @briccelebratebk in Prospect Park 8/7
and Bull Thieves at @mercuryloungeny 8/5

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“It’s just a nice afternoon and evening to come out and be part of nature and hear great music”

That’s @saidahb, the Executive Director of @briccelebratebk in conversation with @ny1. The festival is in its 47th season with 15 free shows and three benefit shows, which help pay for the free programming and support Prospect Park. This year’s performers include Common, Katie Yamasaki, Lady Wray, Victory Boyd, Reggae with Wayne Wonder and Lila Iké, and a benefit with the legendary Patti LaBelle.

Jun-Sep 2026. Check out the concert schedule in the link in bio and see you at the bandshell!

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