Celebrating CBGB's 50th Anniversary!

Thursday, Dec 21, 2023

Band performing at An Evening Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of CBGB's

Courtesy of the Recording Academy™️/photo by Michael Loccisano, Getty Images© 2023

CBGB, the undeniable birthplace of New York City’s Rock, Folk and Punk Music, kicked-off its 50th anniversary at 315 Bowery. Hosted by John Varvatos, The GRAMMY Museum and The Clive Davis Institute, the evening honored the music, fashion, and culture that defined the legendary space.

Guests were treated to a panel discussion that included author and photographer Bob Gruen, drummer and founding member of The Cramps Miriam Linna, journalist Bob Christgau, rock critic Carola Dibbell, former manager of CBGB BG Hacker, MC and highly acclaimed Editor at Large at Billboard Joe Levy.

It was an honor to be a part of the anniversary event for this NYC legacy music venue!

You can watch the panel discussion here on the Grammy Museum's streaming platform Collection:live.