What Exactly Was Brooklyn's Indie Rock Scene?

A sprawling, personal, and vexing new book attempts to provide an answer.

Bronx Biennial Sings (If You Ignore the Wall Text)

The Karaoke Queen of Montero's Reigns Three Nights a Week

Rest assured, loyal subjects: Despite a change in bar ownership, Amethyst Valentino won't stop holding court any time soon.

Baby's First Ballet

Oh, Now Alamo Drafthouse Wants You to Use Your Phone During a Movie?

'Niyū Yūrk' Reveals How Middle Eastern New Yorkers Shaped New York

The New York Public Library's exhibition assembles archival material spanning nearly two centuries.

The Diamond District Strikes Viral Gold

A brawl involving jewelry influencer TraxNYC has riled up vendors—and sent customers flocking to his store.

A Fierce Debate Over the Merits of 'Marty Supreme'

Hell Gate goes to the movies.

The Newly Reopened Studio Museum in Harlem Is Shockingly Huge and Shockingly Accessible

Co-curator Connie Choi discussed how the reopened institution will support Black Harlemites for generations to come.

Nightclub Raids Are on the Rise in 2025, Report Says

In 2024, there were only two multi-agency inspections of nightlife venues. But in the first half of 2025, there have been nine, according to a report obtained by Hell Gate.

The 53-Year-Old Boutique Keeping SoHo's Bohemian Spirit Alive

Jeffrey Norfolk, who's been here since the neighborhood was flourishing with artists, has kept Paracelso’s doors open through decades of change.

For a Spooky Good Time, Hit the Twisted Spine

New York City's only horror-themed bookstore is sweet as can be.

Gazan Art Arrives in New York, Against the Odds

The Gaza Biennale is now showing in Brooklyn.

I Think Paul Muldoon's Rock Music Has Improved. Paul Muldoon Disagrees

I told the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet his band's new album is his best yet, and he replied: "We don't necessarily improve as artists. We just don't."

Sorry, One More Thing About the Viral Room Fee Debate