Read the following report written by Cordelia Siporin for more information regarding the violent event at the Music Monday program.
Additional Music Monday information. In my article’s original copy prior to being posted I mentioned that my quest was to get an interview with Cordelia Siporin and Ed Carine regarding the violence at a recent Music Monday event. Siporin is the Friends of the Bellevue Avenue Library President and Carine is the sound engineer that […]
A performance at the Monday Night Music Series became violent due to an angry fan.
Band harassed at Monday Night Music Series. A few weeks ago, members of the band Fast Forward and the head of the FBAL (Friends of the Bellevue Ave Library) were attacked and assaulted during a performance at a “Music Monday” night series sponsored by the Montclair Public Library’s Bellevue Avenue branch. According to a Montclair […]
S.O.F.I.A. is hosting their fifth annual walk against domestic violence to raise money for an important cause. Please spare the time to show your support.
Support S.O.F.I.A. against domestic abuse by attending their annual walk. Start Out Fresh Intervention Advocates (S.O.F.I.A.) is an organization dedicated to bringing awareness, prevention and healing to your community. Domestic violence is a big problem in America and throughout the world. S.O.F.I.A.’s focus is to create social change, thus leading to the eradication of Domestic Violence. […]
Have you ever wondered what runs through a musician's head while they're performing? Some musicians try to get the best flow while they're on stage.
Inside a musician’s mind. Ever wonder what goes through the mind of a musician while performing? I would guess not a lot of people who attend performances even think about that. It’s hard to tell most of the time because you are viewing a performance from a distance. What are the mental stresses and constant long […]
Picking the proper drumstick is never an easy task, but here are some simple tips to choose the one that's right for you.
Searching for a drumstick. Drumsticks! Are they really that different? You bet they are, and for good reason too! Drummers have their favorite drumsticks for a variety of reasons. Some play in orchestras, bands and ensembles of various sizes and genres of music, which may call for the use of the many of the varied types […]
Montclair native and successful rapper who contributed to the world of hip-hop and rap, Hussein Fatal, was recently killed in a DUI accident.
Montclair native Hussein Fatal dies in accident. As I was sitting at home looking through my Facebook page this past Saturday, I came across a post that read “Montclair Rapper ‘Hussein Fatal’ dead at 38,” and I couldn’t believe my eyes. According to information that has been released, the driver of the vehicle will be charged with several […]
The Montclair Dispatch caught up with Montclair State University graduate Rostafa and interviewed him about his passions.
Interview with MSU 2015 Graduate Rostafa. Rostafa (Robert Wilson), is on the path to much success in both the field of music and stage/film. A class of 2015 graduate of Montclair State University will do the school proud. The Montclair Dispatch caught up with Rostafa to get some more insight. How did you become interested in playing the […]
Montclair-based Kool & the Gang are soon to be inducted into the 2015 New Jersey Hall of Fame. Their contributions have truly impacted society.
Residents to be inducted into 2015 N.J. Hall of Fame. Carla Harris, who resides in Montclair, will be inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame as well as the legendary R & B/Jazz Funk band, “Kool & the Gang.” Montclair resident Carla Harris is Vice Chairman of Wealth Management, Managing Director and was Senior Client […]
Dylann Storm Roof wanted to "start a race war" as he committed extreme violent actions to Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church.
Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church was impacted tragically. Church has always been the corner stone of sanctuary for African Americans seeking solace, a place of refuge from the daily grinds of life and social oppression. The church has also been a place where local community politics were hashed out and discussed, a sacred place where one […]
The Montclair Jazz Project is on it's way back to Montclair. They strive is to make sure the history of jazz in Montclair stays alive.
Revival of the Montclair Jazz Project. After several years of being inactive, the Montclair Jazz Project is being revived. Just what is the Montclair Jazz Project? The Montclair Jazz Project is an organization that came together on Nov. 17, 2003 with the goal of preserving the “Jazz History of Montclair” by documenting the history of the […]