Annual Pop Smoke Gala - Black Smoke and Friends

Bashar had a flair for fashion and a love for design. Having participated in the MAAFA at St. Paul Community Baptist Church, under Bishop Johnny Ray Youngblood, he developed a curiosity for the African continent.  An awareness awakened in him from dancing and drumming African rhythms, which also inspired the sound heard in his music.  Pop is one of two first generation American children born of Jamaican and Panamanian parentage.  He possessed a unique aesthetic which created a posh fusion of high end hip hop street style influenced by his Jamanian American heritage.

This year’s gala will include fashions from hand picked designers who will be given an opportunity  to work with the family to create a capsule and his clothing lines, Black Smoke and Bashar B. Jackson NYC.  The evening will Include a fashion show, live entertainment, tapas and a  DJ.

Featuring associated brands and Black Smoke "Shukrani"

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