{"id":24631,"date":"2025-05-29T14:35:35","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T18:35:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/multi.nycnewsnetwork.com\/brooklynbuzz\/fusion-east-ignites-east-new-york-a-first-look-at-brooklyns-hottest-new-music-night\/"},"modified":"2025-05-29T14:35:35","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T18:35:35","slug":"fusion-east-ignites-east-new-york-a-first-look-at-brooklyns-hottest-new-music-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/brooklynbuzz\/fusion-east-ignites-east-new-york-a-first-look-at-brooklyns-hottest-new-music-night\/","title":{"rendered":"Fusion East Ignites East New York: A First Look at Brooklyn&#8217;s Hottest New Music Night"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"474\">Brooklyn\u2019s East New York neighborhood is reclaiming its spot on the cultural map with the return of <em data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"193\">First Tuesdays<\/em>, a monthly live music series hosted at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/fusioneastny.com\">Fusion East Caribbean and Soul Food Restauran<\/a><\/strong>t in partnership with <a href=\"https:\/\/nycnewsnetwork.com\/brooklynbuzz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Brooklyn Buzz<\/strong><\/a>. The series kicks off <strong>Tuesday, June 3<\/strong>, and promises a night of soulful music, authentic cuisine, and real community energy\u2014with no cover charge.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"882\">Fusion East, nestled near the Elton Street entrance of Gateway Mall, has long been a hidden gem in the borough\u2019s dining and entertainment scene. Known for its mouthwatering blend of Caribbean and soul food\u2014think jerk chicken, oxtail, mac &amp; cheese, and collard greens\u2014the restaurant is now doubling down on the vibe by turning the first Tuesday of every month into a celebration of music, food, and culture.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1220\">The evening will feature <strong data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"948\">Saxy Ric\u2019s Winning Combination Band<\/strong>, whose dynamic mix of jazz, funk, and R&amp;B will set the tone for what promises to be a Brooklyn favorite. Music kicks off at <strong data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1081\">7 PM<\/strong>, but guests are encouraged to arrive early for <strong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1152\">Happy Hour (4\u20137 PM)<\/strong> and to grab one of the front tables for the best view.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1576\">\u201cThis isn\u2019t just about bringing back live music,\u201d said <strong data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1315\">Brooklyn Buzz&#8217;s VP of Live Music, Cal Jones<\/strong>. \u201cWe\u2019re excited to bring the community back together for live music in a space that celebrates culture, food, and real Brooklyn energy. First Tuesdays is about more than entertainment, it\u2019s about reconnecting with our neighbors and supporting local businesses.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1835\">The collaboration is part of a broader effort by Brooklyn Buzz to spotlight hyperlocal events that fuel creativity and build community. With no admission fee, it\u2019s an open invitation for music lovers, foodies, and neighbors to gather, celebrate, and unwind.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1996\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">So, mark your calendar and round up your crew\u2014<strong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1895\">June 3rd<\/strong> is just the beginning. <em data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1937\">The Buzz is back<\/em>, and Brooklyn\u2019s grown folk finally have their night again. For more information contact <strong>Fusion East at (718) 975-5065<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1996\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1996\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><em><strong>News shared via <a href=\"https:\/\/nycnewswire.com\">NYC Newswire<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Brooklyn\u2019s East New York neighborhood is reclaiming its spot on the cultural map with the return of First Tuesdays, a monthly live music series hosted at Fusion East Caribbean and Soul Food Restaurant in partnership with Brooklyn Buzz. 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