A new mural at Tonnelle and Sip Avenues in Journal Square is raising questions about the Jersey City Mural Arts Program. Critics of the piece claim that the work is cultural appropriation, while others claim that it pays homage to Native American history as it relates to our city’s past, as well as current events […]
“She Gon’ Learn” at Jersey City Theatre Center
Next weekend, Jersey City Theatre Center presents the one-woman play “SHE GON’ LEARN” – a poignant, funny and universal story about youth, sexual awakening, racial realities and the insanity of dating. I had the chance to chat with the writer and performer, Lisa Rosetta Strum about the upcoming play. Do You Live in Jersey City? I […]
Nothing But The Locals V. 9
Another month, another playlist! From submissions to just a few things we’ve been loving, catch up on some local music and listen to something new.You can catch most of these songs, as well as previous playlists, on our Soundcloud. If you want to submit your music or send over any recommendations of music you love, […]
Citoonthebeat ft Daniel Munoz “Ride or Die”
I’ve been a huge fan of Citoonthebeat for quite some time, every song he puts out is a banger. I am truly honored he chose ChicpeaJC to release “Joselito” a few weeks ago, and now his new video “Ride or Die” featuring Daniel Munoz. While I was in Israel about a week ago, Cito sent […]
The Void by King TJay – Exclusive
Presenting The Void, King TJay’s debut 6-track EP that you have to get your hands on! Unique circumstance and unorthodox creative development has made TJay a bit of an artistic anomaly. Here he is, telling this coming-of-age story, sharing his humanity through music, and using his youthful spirit to deliver a message of self-love and humility […]
“A World Where We Belong” Exhibition
Just as we conclude Women’s History Month, The Hudson County Community College Department of Cultural Affairs paid tribute to the memory of an influential Jersey City woman, Georgia Brooks. Brooks is honored each year with an event celebrating her enduring legacy as an LGBTQIA+ activist. This year’s event featured a reception and special exhibition inspired by […]
Nothing But The Locals V. 8
Music is the message. We received a bunch of submissions for this month’s playlist and just had to share everything with you guys. Here’s some music we’ve been digging by some NJ artists! You can check out the whole playlist on our Soundcloud. Send over music you’ve worked on, or just share some of your latest favorites with […]
“JOSELITO” Cito on the Beat x Rich the Kid x Kenji
Shout out to the plug! “Joselito” is an ode to all partners who have invested time, energy, passion, and used their resources to propel the careers of artists they believe in. Normally, the plug stays out of the lime light, strategizes behind the scenes, and makes calculated decisions on how to push the brand forward. […]
Thee Nine Three
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to meet hip-hop music group Thee Nine Three in one of my favorite spots – Hamilton Pork. They graced us with a little rap performance and I loved their style. These guys are really down to earth and I had a blast getting to know them…even though they came […]
Technochic
If you’ve attended one of the awesome LSC After Dark events recently, you may have spotted the TechnoChic booth, where guests created their own light up flower and bow tie pins. Natasha is the creator and owner of TechnoChic. She is a talented designer who has lived in Jersey City for almost six years. Natasha is currently running […]
The HeARTist: Citoonthebeat
I first met Citoonthebeat in 2012 when we were introduced by colleague and friend Liveathehudson in the earlier stages of their production careers. My first impression was a bit pretentious, however, I did notice his intellect for music. 5 years later he’s still in the game and his success level is ascending. Cito has worked […]
Nothing But The Locals V. 7
February’s over, which means it’s time for another playlist! This is everything we’ve been loving in the past month and a half. Have any suggestions? Feel free to let us know! Check out the full playlist on Soundcloud! If you make music or know anyone who makes music, send their links over to chicpeajchq@gmail.com. 1. PeteyxKraze – […]
Rocky and The Chapter
Rocky Catanese a singer and songwriter in a band called Rocky and the Chapter. They will be celebrating their latest release ‘You Are Not Mine” this Saturday at Porta in Jersey City. The night I met Rocky six years ago he was wearing some sort of fedora. Thats the first thing I noticed about him. […]
CP5 Open Studio
Earlier this month, we introduced our new studio, CP5, to the public! Artists and influencers in the surrounding area were invited to check out the space. There were creatives from all over NJ and NYC mingling, meeting each other, and photographers were shooting models all day. We had DJs, bagels, and booze from the night before. It was so […]
The HeARTIST: Mateo Ahki
When I first saw Mateo Ahki, he was a last minute add-on to the Forever Young Festival hosted by Chicpea and Hayoner. I was instantly impressed by his energy and stage presence. I didn’t introduce myself to him that day, but we would soon bump into each other at different functions within Jersey City. I […]
Jersey City Poetry Slam
On Thursday night, three female writers competed in a performance poetry tournament to qualify to represent Jersey City at the “Women of the World Poetry Slam” in Dallas, Texas. “WOWPS” is a national competition hosted by Poetry Slam Inc., an organization that also certifies slam venues across the country. Jersey City Slam is a certified […]
Nothing But The Locals V. 6
New year, new music. Check out some music we’ve been sent and have been listening to to end 2016 and bring in 2017. If you make music, send us your tracks at chicpeajchq@gmail.com. If you know someone, you think should be on this playlist, send us links and we’ll add them to next month’s set! You […]
JC Getaways: The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY
One of the best parts of living in Jersey City is having access to so many great restaurants. Not only are we across the river from one of the best food cities in the world, but we also have a vibrant food scene of our own with new places opening up constantly. So driving two […]
Brand Ledger
You think you know, but really you have no idea how much talent exists in Jersey City. It’s pretty amazing and exciting that I highly doubt I will EVER run out of people to write about who do cool shit and live in this fine city. We are special AF. Brand Ledger emailed me a […]
iamexile
Words, whether small or big, can leave an impact. Words themselves can provide change, can teach lessons, can provide comfort, can give hope. Some may think words are just words, but the wise know that they are more than just that. Every day, you can land across words that might lift you from a bad […]
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