Performances

For New York Music Month WKCR takes over the Record Shop in Red Hook Brooklyn for a daytime broadcast hosted by WKCR’s own Prezzo of Groove Trackers Radio and Ayanna Heaven of Across 110th St for an afternoon of conversation, music, digging and more. The station invites artists and music lovers alike to come through and learn more about their station ethos, and why supporting the alternative is so essential. 

WKCR is Columbia University’s non-commercial student-run FM radio station, dedicated to presenting a spectrum of alternative and local programming — focusing on traditional and art music, spoken arts, and original journalism. The station exists to preserve and share independent music, news, art, and history with listeners, and has long been a launch pad for emerging artists here in NYC - going back to The Stretch and Bobbito Show, Monday Morning in Mono + more! - and remains a vital incubator for local news and new artists trying to connect with local audiences. Long live 89.9 FM!

New York Music Month (NYMM), the city’s official celebration of music founded by the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment in 2017, joins forces with MeanRed Productions to present four free concerts across New York City.

These shows highlight standout artists known for their dynamic live performances and deep connection to the city’s creative spirit. Each event is a unique experience, curated to reflect the rich cultural fabric of NYC and designed to bring unforgettable moments of live music to parks and community spaces.

Two-time Latin GRAMMY winner Ella Bric and NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest winner Linda Diaz, invite us into an evening of music shaped by the city they call home. Performing for an intimate audience at ArtXNYC, they’ll share unreleased material alongside selections from their existing repertoire, tracing the rhythms, stories, and spirit of New York through their sound. This special night is part of the Young Masters series, a platform that honors artists who have achieved exceptional mastery early in their careers, celebrating them for redefining their fields and inspiring a new generation.

Join us for an unforgettable night of music, creativity, and community at Vibe & Verse, presented by Denzel White Entertainment in partnership with the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment. This event will spotlight the incredible talent of artists throughout New York City, offering a dynamic open mic experience, backed by a live band, with four featured artists sprinkled throughout the evening.

Artists of all genres are welcome to take the stage—whether you're into hip-hop, R&B, soul, jazz, rock, or anything in between, Vibe & Verse is the perfect platform to showcase your talent. The open mic format encourages performers to step into the spotlight, while the featured artists will elevate the evening, showcasing the diversity and vibrancy of NYC's music scene.

Stick around after the performances for a networking session, where you can connect with fellow creatives, industry professionals, and collaborators. Don’t miss out on a night filled with inspiration, talent, and connection.

Join WFMU at Union Pool for a night of hangs and music inspired by freeform radio magic for New York Music Month! Come meet the folks behind the station, and experience the unique sound of WFMU—LIVE and in person. Curious about getting your music on the air? Want to support one of NYC’s most adventurous cultural institutions? You’ll have the chance to connect, learn more, and get involved with WFMU’s mission to champion spontaneity, experimentation, and original programming that keeps New York City sounding like nowhere else.

WFMUnion Pool Showcase Featuring:

Cyanide Tooth,

Kilynn Lunsford

The Piggies

+ WFMU DJs

Mona

Jessica

MORE INFO: WFMU is a fiercely independent, freeform radio station broadcasting at 91.1 and 91.9 FM in NYC and New Jersey, 90.1 and 91.9 FM in the Hudson Valley, and streaming worldwide at wfmu.org. From unclassifiable oddities to rock, jazz, hip-hop, punk, gospel, psychedelia, experimental music, and beyond, WFMU amplifies emerging scenes and sounds and is essential force in shaping and sustaining New York’s sonic identity—day in and day out.

New York Music Month (NYMM), the city’s official celebration of music founded by the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment in 2017, joins forces with MeanRed Productions to present four free concerts across New York City.

These shows highlight standout artists known for their dynamic live performances and deep connection to the city’s creative spirit. Each event is a unique experience, curated to reflect the rich cultural fabric of NYC and designed to bring unforgettable moments of live music to parks and community spaces.

KIDS ROCK FOR KIDS, an NYC-based 501(c)3, will be putting on a free, all-ages, outdoor rock show featuring amazing young bands from New York City. Performances will include the Kids Rock For Kids fresh off of their set at Gov Ball! A teen choir backing rock favorites! The Only Bay All-Stars! Ian Su & The Polynomials! Paloma Chesky! Yung Gigi and guests! The All-City Latin Jazz Ensemble ... and more! 

Not just a showcase of amazing talent, but a community-building event where  performers meet and bond with kindred spirits -- and audiences experience the pure joy exuded by passionate young musicians doing what they love, while also celebrating the glorious mix of musical cultures found in our one and only New York City.

New York Music Month (NYMM), the city’s official celebration of music founded by the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment in 2017, joins forces with MeanRed Productions to present four free concerts across New York City. 

These shows highlight standout artists known for their dynamic live performances and deep connection to the city’s creative spirit. Each event is a unique experience, curated to reflect the rich cultural fabric of NYC and designed to bring unforgettable moments of live music to parks and community spaces.

Five boroughs. Five boundary-pushing artists. One stage built for what’s next.
From soul to indie rock, Latin, R&B, and hip hop, this Brooklyn takeover, powered by Sungate Records and NYC Music Month, brings performance, process, and docu-style storytelling to spotlight five of the most vital acts rising out of NYC right now. Live From the Boroughs is the realest sound from the realest city: New York.

On June 24th WNYC presents All Of It with Alison Stewart LIVE from The Greene Space. Join a live radio broadcast featuring performances from Broadway’s Buena Vista Social Club. Cast and creative team members from the 2025 Tony Award-winning show will reveal how they bring the classic album to life 8 times a week.

You'll get a glimpse into how the show comes together, meet some of the folks behind the mic, and find out why stations like WNYC play such a big role in NYC’s local music scene and culture. We’ll also chat about the challenges public radio is facing today — and how you can get involved and show your support!

MORE INFO ON WNYC - WNYC is listener-supported and proudly independent — bringing fearless journalism and smart conversation to New Yorkers every day. 'All Of It' is where makers, thinkers, and creators come to talk about what they do and why they do it. It's a space for honest conversation, curious minds, and diverse voices. We don’t always agree — and that’s what makes it real. Culture is made by people, and we want the WNYC community to be part of the conversation.

LISTEN LIVE - Tune in at 93.9 FM, AM 820, or stream via wnyc.org, weekdays 12–2 PM ET.

SUPPORT WNYC - CLICK HERE

LEARN MORE about 'All Of It' - https://www.wnyc.org/shows/all-of-it/about

Open and free for all members of the BKCM Studio Collective, our Song Share is back due to popular demand! Join us in the BKCM Concert Hall to play a song for an attentive audience, get feedback and build musical community over snacks, beer, and wine.

We will be sharing an RSVP link for the event – check back soon!

Families are invited for a day of live music at the World Wide Playdate with Divinity Roxx and Friends.
Take part in field games, activities with local organizations, and our annual tug-of-war.
Plus face-painting, water play, and so much more!

Live Music Sponsored by MOMA and NY Music Month.

For this special Black Music Month / New York Music Month event The Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Art (MoCADA) teams up with the Peabody award-winning public radio program Afropop Worldwide and local radio partner WNYE for a night of music and discussion.

We welcome Brooklyn-based East – African retro-pop outfit Alsarah & The Nubatones for a live performance, and a conversation with Afropop's host Georges Collinet to discuss the importance of increasing the profile of African and African diaspora music worldwide on the radio. We'll talk about the benefits these artists, music industry professionals, and the countries that produce the music see from the impact and exposure of support on independent stations in North America and beyond, as well as what can be done to support these stations and this mission.

New York Music Month (NYMM), the city’s official celebration of music founded by the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment in 2017, joins forces with MeanRed Productions to present four free concerts across New York City. 

These shows highlight standout artists known for their dynamic live performances and deep connection to the city’s creative spirit. Each event is a unique experience, curated to reflect the rich cultural fabric of NYC and designed to bring unforgettable moments of live music to parks and community spaces.