Sole Free Awards 2025 Nominees Revealed 🏆 Sneakers, Culture & NYC Legends
This week on Sole Free, we’re bringing together family, culture, and community to officially reveal the 2025 Sole Free Award nominees — and we’re doing it with some of our closest friends from the New York food world.
Joining us for this special episode:
• Sal & Matthew Sorrentino of 388 Italian Restaurant
• Anthony, Mario & Emilio Jr. of Emilio’s Ballato
• The Cake Don 🍰
Together, we break down the most talked-about names and moments across sneakers, culture, collaborations, food, and New York style.
🏆 2025 SOLE FREE AWARD NOMINEES
👟 Sneaker of the Year
• Awake x Air Jordan 5 “Arctic Pink”
• Nigel Sylvester x Air Jordan 4 “Brick by Brick”
• Nike P-6000 by Miles Chamley-Watson
• Pharrell x adidas Adistar Jellyfish “Orange”
🎤 Sole Free Moment of the Year
• Chuck D at Rough Trade NYC
• Eddie Vedder at the Tribeca Festival
• Nas & Posdnuos launching Legend Has It at NYCC
• Sydney Sweeney at the Hamptons Film Festival
🤝 Collaboration of the Year
• Audemars Piguet x KAWS “Companion Royal Oak”
• Eastside Golf x Nike Air Max Plus “Take Flight”
• Local Hoops x St. John’s Basketball
• Marvel Comics x Mass Appeal
🍔 Food Collab of the Year
• Kith Treats x Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes 🐯
• McDonald’s x Nigel Sylvester “Employee of the Month”
• Popeyes x Tequila Don Julio
• Kith x Katz’s Delicatessen
🗽 Most Stylish New Yorker
• Action Bronson
• A$AP Rocky
• Fat Joe
• Spike Lee
This episode is a love letter to New York, to culture, and to the people pushing it forward — from the kitchen to the court to the streets.
👇 Drop your picks in the comments and let us know who you think should take home the hardware.
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#NYCCulture
#StreetCulture
#SneakerCommunity
#FoodMeetsCulture
#NewYorkStyle
#HipHopCulture
#2025Awards
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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CHRISTMAS AT VINCENT’S CLAM BAR HITS DIFFERENT 🦞🎄
This week on Sole Free, Harlan pulls up to the legendary Vincent’s Clam Bar on Long Island for a full-on Christmas tradition takeover with Bobby Marisi. From the Feast of the 7 Fishes to family memories in Ozone Park, Queens—this episode is packed with heart, history, and serious seafood energy.
We dive into:
✅ The real meaning behind the Feast of the 7 Fishes
✅ How Vincent’s moves over 2,000 holiday trays every season
✅ Italian Christmas traditions, smells, sauces & family memories
✅ Vincent’s famous mild, medium & hot sauces—now inside Walmart across Long Island and expanding to Florida
✅ Sneaker talk with rare Adidas St. John’s player-edition heat
✅ Catering for St. John’s University basketball & beyond
This episode is pure holiday soul—tradition, gratitude, food, sneakers, and New York culture all on one table. Whether you celebrate with clams, latkes, or both… this one’s for you.
Peace on Earth. Goodwill to all. And always—Sole Free.
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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SOLE FREE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL w/ Darryl “DMC” McDaniels!
Inside “Darryl’s Christmas in Hollis” – The Message, The Memories, The Magic.
This week on Sole Free, we’re in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn at the legendary, independently owned The BookMark Shoppe for a holiday celebration like no other — the official book signing for Darryl’s Christmas in Hollis, the brand-new children’s book from hip-hop icon Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of RUN-DMC.
Join Harlan as he sits down with DMC to talk about:
🔥 The real meaning behind the book — inclusivity, unity, culture & kindness
🔥 Holiday traditions from Hollis to Brooklyn
🔥 His most iconic Christmas memories (yes… the bike AND the Big Jim camper)
🔥 How food, music, and customs connect all cultures
🔥 Why representation matters in children’s literature
🔥 The incredible educators who helped shape the book
🔥 And the world’s greatest Christmas cookies (just ask Santa 😆)
Plus:
📚 A spotlight on The Bookmark Shoppe—a 23-year Brooklyn staple supporting authors, kids, communities & nationwide shipping
🎁 Fun moments with Angelina, one of the shop’s superstar young readers
🎄 A special holiday gift exchange that brings out BIG nostalgia
Whether you’re a RUN-DMC fan, a sneakerhead, a book lover, or just love great Christmas stories… this episode brings ALL the holiday vibes.
Hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop your favorite childhood holiday memory below! 🎅🏽✨
Happy Holidays from Harlan, DMC, and the entire Sole Free fam. ❤️💚
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
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Inside NYFW: Comedians, Creators, Singers & Cool Runnings Legend Doug E. Doug on Sole Free
Step inside New York Fashion Week with Harlan Friedman and Sole Free as we run through one of the wildest episodes yet — comedians Jessie Jolles & Lauren Hope Krass, the incredible Brett Landin, and the one and only Doug E. Doug from Cool Runnings.
From a custom dollhouse purse reveal, to real talk about comedy, fashion, music, and legacy — plus Doug E. Doug dropping gems about life, inspiration, and the underdog spirit that made Cool Runnings iconic for generations.
📍 Shot at Gallery Chang, NYC
🎙 Hosted by Harlan Friedman — “Your Home for Sneakers & Culture”
If you love fashion, comedy, culture, sneakers, and legendary film moments, this is your episode.
#NYFW2025 #SoleFree #DougEDoug #CoolRunnings #FashionWeek #NYCFashion #ComedyInterview #BrettLandon #StreetCulture #HarlanFriedman
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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Marvel x Mass Appeal: Legend Has It — Nas & Posdnous Unite!
Hip-hop meets Marvel Comics in Legend Has It — the groundbreaking collab between Mass Appeal and Marvel celebrating 50 years of hip-hop! 🎤💥
We caught up with Nas and Posdnous from De La Soul as they talk legacy, lyricism, and seeing hip-hop heroes turned into real-life comic icons.
From Queensbridge to the Marvel Universe — this is HISTORY. 🌍✨
📍 Location: New York Comic Con 2025
#Nas #DeLaSoul #Marvel #MassAppeal #LegendHasIt #HipHop50 #MarvelComics #ComicCon2025 #Posdnuos #NativeTongues #HipHopCulture #SoleFree #NYC #NasirJones #GoldenEraHipHop #ComicsCulture #MarvelxMassAppeal
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
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Inside the Siegelman Stable x Knicks Drop at MSG | Exclusive Behind the Scenes with Max Siegelman & Sole Free
This very special episode of Sole Free with Harlan Friedman takes you behind the scenes with Max Siegelman of Siegelman Stable — straight from his SoHo pop-up to Madison Square Garden for one of New York’s most anticipated releases: the Siegelman Stable x New York Knicks opening night drop 🧢🏀
From the roots of his father’s 1982 harness racing legacy to building one of the hottest luxury streetwear brands worn by Future, Aaron Judge, Jalen Brunson, and more, Max opens up about the family story, the mission of equine therapy, and what it means to represent New York City at the world’s most famous arena.
💬 Featuring exclusive access, on-site interviews, and the most hyped Knicks hats of the year — this is authentic New York storytelling through fashion, culture, and legacy.
🔥 Tap in. This one’s for the city.
#SiegelmanStable #SoleFree #HarlanFriedman #MaxSiegelman #KnicksDrop #KnicksFashion #MSG #NYCStyle #StreetwearCulture #LuxuryStreetwear #EquineTherapy #Future #AaronJudge #jalenbrunson #NYCStyle #SoHoNYC #KnicksTipOff #SneakerCulture #FashionLegacy #SoleFreeShow #NYCFashionScene #SiegelmanXKnicks
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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Knicks Fans Take Over Central Park! Jalen Brunson & Josh Hart Fire Up NYC for the 2025 NBA Season | Sole Free
The vibes were immaculate in Central Park as Sole Free with Harlan Friedman joined Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart from The Roommate Show to celebrate the kickoff of the 2025 NBA season!
From die-hard Knicks fans calling this a “cakewalk season” to kids meeting their heroes, this block party was pure New York energy. 💙🧡
Harlan hits the crowd to talk Knicks pride, Kith fits, and who’s got the better swag — Brunson or Hart? Spoiler: the fans had opinions.
🔥 Featuring:
• Jalen Brunson & Josh Hart (The Roommate Show)
• NYC Knicks superfans from Mineola to Manhattan
• The Sole Free crew bringing culture, sneakers, and basketball together
🎧 Presented by Tommy John x Sole Free
📍 Central Park, NYC
👟 Sole Free — your home for sneakers, sports, and culture.
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#SoleFree #Knicks #JalenBrunson #JoshHart #RoommateShow #NBATipOff #CentralPark #NewYorkKnicks #NBACulture #Streetwear #Kith #SneakerCulture #HarlanFriedman #Playmaker #TommyJohn #KnicksTape #BlockParty
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
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We’re coming to you from the 33rd Annual Hamptons International Film Festival, where Hollywood meets the Hamptons for one unforgettable weekend of film, fashion, and storytelling magic.
Actress Sydney Sweeney stepped onto the red carpet to celebrate her knockout performance in “Christy,” where she transforms into a fierce underdog boxer. In our exclusive interview, Sydney opens up about her intense training routine — daily boxing sessions, hours of weightlifting, and her lifelong love of combat sports — all of which helped her embody “Christy,” a character that’s both powerful and deeply human. Her performance earned her the festival’s Achievement in Acting Award, solidifying her place as one of the most dynamic talents of her generation. 🥊✨
Also stealing the spotlight was Tonatiuh, star of “Kiss of the Spider Woman.” His moving portrayal earned him the UBS Breakthrough Performer Award, continuing the legacy of iconic performers like William Hurt and Raul Julia who brought this story to life before him. From Broadway to the big screen, Tonatiuh’s performance is a stunning reimagining that’s both modern and deeply respectful of the film’s classic roots.
Plus, don’t miss filmmaker Jacqueline Christy and her inspiring debut feature “Magic Hour,” and Matthew Sheer alongside Amanda Peet in “Fantasy Life,” bringing heart, humor, and humanity to this year’s festival lineup.
🎤 Hosted by Harlan Friedman of Sole Free and The Donna Drake Show, with special thanks to Breezeway Productions and Frank PR.
📍 Shot on location in East Hampton, NY — the heart of independent film.
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#SydneySweeney #HamptonsFilmFestival #ChristyMovie #Tonatiuh #KissOfTheSpiderWoman #HIFF33 #SoleFree #DonnaDrakeShow #BreezewayProductions #FilmFestivalSeason #RedCarpetMoments #RisingStarAward #BestActor #IndependentFilm #HarlanFriedman #BehindTheScenes #HollywoodInTheHamptons #SydneySweeneyFans #Cinephile #Movies2025
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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The 9th Annual Bernie Williams Celebrity Softball Game brought together athletes, musicians, and celebrities for a day of fun — all in support of arts education at the Ridgefield Playhouse in Connecticut.
Hosted by Sole Free’s own Harlan Friedman, this event was packed with unforgettable moments — from Yankees legends taking the field to hilarious fan interviews with the Twin Stripe Reporters and heartfelt reflections from Bernie himself.
🎶 Bernie Williams, the legendary New York Yankee turned jazz guitarist, continues to blend his two passions — sports and the arts — to fund free educational programs that reach over 20,000 students each year.
👟 Featuring:
Bernie Williams • Harlan Friedman • Donna Drake • Shane Spencer • Yankees Alumni • Ridgefield Playhouse Executive Director • Twin Stripe Reporters
💡 Support the mission → ridgefieldplayhouse.org
🎥 Presented by Sole Free x The Donna Drake Show
📍 Ridgefield, CT | #BernieWilliams #SoleFree #Yankees #RidgefieldPlayhouse #CharityGame #BaseballForGood #DonnaDrakeShow #HarlanFriedman #CelebritySoftball #NYCulture #SportsAndMusic
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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From a Bathroom Studio to Sotheby’s & Tribeca 🎨🔥 | Danny Cortes Full Interview
Brooklyn’s own Danny Cortes went from creating miniatures in an out-of-order bathroom during COVID to Sotheby’s auctions, Tribeca Film Festival, Paris, Japan, Puerto Rico — and beyond. 🌍
In this exclusive Sole Free interview, Danny shares his incredible journey:
• His first miniature, The Ice Box, and how it “saved his life” 🧊❤️
• The power of nostalgia and why his art makes people’s hair stand up ✨
• Collaborations with Sotheby’s, Tribeca, MLB & more ⚾
• Limited-edition baseball cards + the iconic Hat Swap 🧢
• What’s next: movies, toy collabs, action figures 🎥👾
This is the story of passion, persistence, and Brooklyn grit.
#DannyCortes #SoleFree #Brooklyn #StreetArt #Miniatures #Tribeca #Sothebys #Inspiration #Nostalgia #ArtCulture
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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The energy at Tribeca was unmatched this year 🔥 — and Sole Free was right in the middle of it.
✨ Ty Dolla $ign opens up about his powerful new film Still Free TC, the sequel to Free TC, shining light on his brother’s wrongful imprisonment and the urgent need for prison reform. His story is raw, emotional, and inspiring — a true must-watch moment.
👑 Slick Rick the Ruler proves why he’s still one of hip-hop’s greatest storytellers, breaking down his 25-minute visual masterpiece that brings his latest album Victory to life. This is a legend still innovating, still elevating.
📺 And the cast of MGM+’s Godfather of Harlem (including ANTOINETTE CROWE-LEGACY, CHRIS BRANCATO, ELIJAH WRIGHT, ELVIS NOLASCO, ERIK LaRAY HARVEY, MICHAEL BENJAMIN WASHINGTON, BO DIETL and ROME FLYNN) hit the carpet to talk about the explosive Season 4 finale, Harlem’s cultural legacy, and what’s next for Bumpy Johnson and the crew.
From music to film to television, this episode captures the soul of culture, creativity, and New York City.
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#Tribeca2025 #SoleFree #TyDollaSign #SlickRick #GodfatherOfHarlem #HipHopCulture #StillFreeTC #Victory
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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🚨 What if we told you hip hop’s real roots weren’t just the Bronx… but Long Island? 🚨
From Rakim to De La Soul, Public Enemy to Biz Markie — Strong Island raised a generation that changed the world. 🌍
🔥 From Long Island to Tribeca – Hip Hop’s Hidden Chapter Gets Its Spotlight! 🔥
We hit the red carpet at Tribeca Festival 2025 for the world premiere of The Sixth Borough 🎬 — a powerful new documentary celebrating how Long Island raised hip hop.
Join Harlan (@theofficialharlan) as he chops it up with the legends and tastemakers who shaped the culture:
🎤 Jason Pollard – acclaimed editor & filmmaker (ODB, Louis Armstrong, Spike Lee projects)
🎤 Steve Lobel – music industry icon who worked with Bone Thugs, Nipsey Hussle, Fat Joe & more
🎤 EPMD’s Parrish Smith – hip hop royalty repping Strong Island
🎤 Pos & Maseo (De La Soul) – groundbreaking pioneers redefining hip hop
🎤 Prince Paul – the visionary producer behind 3 Feet High and Rising and beyond
🎤 Keith Shocklee (The Bomb Squad) – legendary producer behind Public Enemy’s sound revolution
🎤 Holy – rising star bringing Cleveland heat to NYC
…and more stars lighting up Tribeca! 🌟
From Biz Markie’s legacy 🕊️ to the legendary clubs, radio stations, and the family stories that built hip hop culture — this episode captures it all. 🚀
📍 Tribeca Festival 2025
🎶 Performances from Rakim, De La Soul & hip hop’s finest
🍝 And yes… we even find out the BEST Italian restaurant on Long Island 👀
This is more than an interview — it’s a piece of history.
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
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What happens when baseball, hip-hop, art, and New York street culture come together on one Williamsburg corner? 🗽
On this episode of Sole Free, Harlan sits down at the legendary Pinstripe Pride wall by attorney-turned-artist Matthew Eller, who reimagined 50 iconic Yankees baseball cards as wheatpaste art. Joining the conversation are:
⚾ Chuck Knoblauch – 4x World Series Champion
🎨 Danny Cortes – NYC artist redefining nostalgia
💼 Cory Michael – Sports agent with a culture-first vision
🔥 Jay Mula – Creator & cultural force
This is more than sports—it’s about LEGACY, ART, and the heartbeat of New York City.
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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We hit the beach in Southampton for a very special night — the 20th Anniversary screening of John Turturro’s cult-classic Romance & Cigarettes! 🎉 Presented on John’s personal 35mm print, this one-of-a-kind event at the Southampton Playhouse brought together film lovers and the local community for an unforgettable cinematic experience.
🎤 Featuring exclusive interviews with:
• 🎬 John Turturro (Writer/Director/Actor)
• 🌟 Aida Turturro (The Sopranos, cast member & cousin)
• 🎭 Eric Kohn (Artistic Director, Southampton Playhouse)
• 🎥 Maria Angellines Ruiz Botsacos (Executive Director, Southampton Playhouse)
From family bonds to behind-the-scenes stories — plus why Romance & Cigarettes still matters 20 years later — this is one conversation you don’t want to miss.
Executive Producers: Harlan Friedman & Donna Drake
Producer/Editor: Robin C. Adams
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“Brooklyn just threw the ULTIMATE hip-hop block party — and everyone from DJ Hurricane to the OG B-Boys pulled up to honor MCA, Jam Master Jay, and Ricky Powell.” 🎤
From Coney Island with Love: MCA • Jam Master Jay • Ricky Powell – LEGENDS LIVE FOREVER 🎤🔥
Brooklyn showed OUT for one of the most epic hip-hop celebrations of the year — a day dedicated to the legacies of MCA (Beastie Boys), Jam Master Jay (Run DMC), and legendary photographer Ricky Powell.
From breakdance battles to sneaker talk, iconic stories from the ’80s, and behind-the-scenes memories with hip-hop royalty, this is more than an event — it’s a living, breathing time capsule of culture.
Featuring interviews with:
✅ DJ Hurricane – family to BOTH the Beastie Boys & Run DMC
✅ Original Brooklyn B-Boys & Fresh Kids Crew
✅ Local legends, artists & community builders
✅ The people keeping hip-hop history ALIVE
🎵 No Sleep Till Brooklyn wasn’t just a song today… it was the VIBE.
If you love:
👟 Sneaker culture
📸 Street photography
🎶 Old-school hip-hop history
🏙 Brooklyn energy
…then hit SUBSCRIBE and join us as Sole Free with Harlan Friedman takes you deeper into the culture, one story at a time.
💬 COMMENT: What’s YOUR favorite Beastie Boys or Run DMC memory?
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#BeastieBoys #RunDMC #MCA #JamMasterJay #RickyPowell #Brooklyn #HipHopHistory #OldSchoolHipHop #NoSleepTillBrooklyn #solefree Free
JMJ/MCA-DAY
A tribute to MCA, JMJ & Ricky Powell was produced by:
Together Forever
Denni D
Sarah Kay
Dave Suss
and sponsored by:
Made in Brooklyn
DJ Hurricane
D&M Consulting 215
BK Wearhouse
Beastie Caddy
Sole Free
Loving Hand Home Care
Brooklyn Pop
KCG
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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🏰 Celebs Take Over Oheka Castle! 🎯
Ja Rule. Cuba Gooding Jr. Johnny Bananas. Onyx. The Money Team. Shark Tank’s Kevin Harrington.
From the Great Gatsby Party to the blacktop carpet, it’s the most ICONIC night in sneakers, hip-hop, & celebrity culture — all for cancer research. 💥
LISTEN NOW before this blows up →
Join Harlan Friedman as he chops it up with legends & icons:
🔥 Ja Rule – Queens royalty, music legend, and whiskey entrepreneur
🔥 Fredro Starr (Onyx) – Hip-hop icon, actor, & director of The Tunnel
🔥 Cuba Gooding Jr. – Academy Award-winning actor with powerful life lessons
🔥 Johnny Bananas – Reality TV’s ultimate competitor
🔥 Grafh – Roc Nation’s Queens-bred lyricist & style king
🔥 Kevin Harrington – Original Shark from Shark Tank dropping business wisdom
🔥 Naked Cowboy – NYC icon holding down Times Square for 26+ years
🔥 Bandit The Rapper – New album Cloud 9 with MAJOR collabs
🔥 Crissa Jackson – Basketball star repping women’s sports to the fullest
🔥 Plus surprise celeb appearances & behind-the-scenes moments
#solefree #OhekaCastle #TheMoneyTeam #JaRule #CubaGoodingJr #Onyx #nyc #JohnnyBananas #SharkTank #CelebrityGolf
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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Anderson .Paak Takes Over Tribeca with K-POPS | Exclusive Interviews & Behind-the-Scenes Magic
Anderson .Paak just made his directorial debut at 2025 — and Sole Free was there for every iconic moment at the world premiere of K-POPS. 🎬✨
From breaking boundaries in music with Silk Sonic to now blending family, hip-hop, and K-culture in film, Anderson opens up about the emotional inspiration behind K-POPS — a story sparked by his son during quarantine that turned into a powerful tribute to love, creativity, and cultural connection.
🎤 Also featuring exclusive red carpet interviews with:
• Kevin Woo (U-KISS) on blending K-pop and Broadway
• Jian Hong on working with Anderson and her NYC favorites
• Kayla Amazon (Writer/EP) on Anderson’s evolution as a filmmaker
• And himself — repping kicks and full-on dad energy
This is more than a film premiere — it’s a cultural moment.
🎶 Family. Film. Fusion. This is K-POPS.
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#AndersonPaak #KPOPSMovie #Tribeca2025 #SoleFree #KPop #SilkSonic #KevinWoo #JianHong #FilmPremiere
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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Get the ultimate backstage pass with Sole Free as we hit the set of Gravesend Season 3! 🎥 Harlan hangs with Shaquille O’Neal, Big Time Tommie, Chuck Zito, and series creator Willie DeMeo for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at one of the most talked-about mob dramas on TV. From Shaq’s larger-than-life presence to Big Time Tommie’s legendary energy, you won’t believe what went down when the cameras stopped rolling.
👉 Expect exclusive stories, wild moments, and a sneak peek at what’s coming this season.
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#Gravesend #Shaq #BigTimeTommie #ChuckZito #WillieDeMeo #SoleFree #behindthescenes #brooklyn #mafia #family #pizza
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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Eddie Vedder Like You’ve Never Seen Him — Fighting to Cure EB | Tribeca 2025
Pearl Jam fans—this one’s for you.
At the Tribeca 2025 world premiere of A Matter of Time, Eddie Vedder steps off the stage and onto the red carpet to shine a light on one of the world’s rarest and most painful diseases: Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB).
Co-founding the EB Research Partnership, Eddie has dedicated his heart and platform to finding a cure. This emotional documentary follows families, doctors, and Eddie himself as they race toward hope.
🎸 From Ten to now, this is Vedder at his most powerful—off the mic, in the fight for something bigger.
🎬 Featuring:
Eddie Vedder
Director Matt Finland
Producer Karen Barzilay
Sean Casey (MLB)
Olivia & Harper Vedder
The Meyer Family
A community united to end EB.
💔 This is the rare disease you’ve never heard of—until now.
💡 This is the film that will change that.
🌐 Learn more and support: https://ebresearch.org
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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#EddieVedder #PearlJam #AMatterOfTime #EBResearch #Tribeca2025 #CureEB #Documentary #RareDiseaseAwareness #Vedder35Years #TenAnniversary #FightForHope #SoleFree #DonnaDrakeShow #GrungeToGood
This episode of Sole Free is dedicated in the loving memory of Joseph Parelli.
Hip-hop LEGENDS collide in this unforgettable interview from Tribeca Festival 2025! 🎥
Watch as Mark Ronson drops exclusive stories from his WLIR radio days visiting Harlan in studio, upcoming memoir Night People, and working 5 nights a week in NYC during the golden era of DJ culture. 🎶
Then, Wyclef Jean blesses us with his wisdom on timeless music, Quincy Jones, and why Hips Don’t Lie is still undefeated. 💃🔥
PLUS — director Gregory Brunkalla breaks down the powerful vision behind the first-ever video for LL Cool J’s “Rock the Bells”, made entirely by real New Yorkers. 🗽❤️
This is more than an interview — it’s a masterclass in music, memory, and the magic of New York City.
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📚 Mark Ronson’s Night People drops September 16!
📺 Full coverage from the red carpet at Tribeca only on Sole Free.
💬 Comment your favorite NYC music memory or artist!
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Harlan Friedman and Donna Drake
PRODUCER/EDITOR: Robin C. Adams
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