By Michael A. Gonzales

Ten Years Gone: On Prince

Michael A. Gonzales writes a tribute to the late musical icon, who died ten years ago tomorrow, and recalls interviewing him at Paisley Park.

Apr 20 • Oldster Magazine and Michael A. Gonzales

The King of Fly

On hip-hop O.G. Fab 5 Freddy’s new memoir, "Everybody’s Fly: A Life of Art, Music, and Changing the Culture."

Apr 7 • Oldster Magazine and Michael A. Gonzales

As a young man Michael A. Gonzales collected honorary sisters, but in his recollection, one stands out.

Feb 23 • Oldster Magazine and Michael A. Gonzales

You Don’t Own Me: On Screenwriter & Novelist Eleanor Perry

A retrospective and appreciation.

Mar 10, 2025 • Michael A. Gonzales

In Memoriam: Lesley Lenore Pitts

Looking back at the love of my life, 25 years after her passing.

Aug 5, 2024 • Michael A. Gonzales

Godfather's Hotel

Visiting Uncle Hans at The Excelsior in Manhattan

May 27, 2024 • Michael A. Gonzales

Michael A. Gonzales recalls close encounters with celebrities in New York City, a place crawling with famous folks.

Dec 18, 2023 • Michael A. Gonzales

The Source Years

My decade at the hip-hop bible.

Aug 28, 2023 • Michael A. Gonzales

Coffee Shop Days

In a follow-up essay to his earlier piece, "Supper at Scribners," Michael A. Gonzales recalls his time in the mid-80s working at Miss Brooks, a cafe in…

Mar 10, 2023 • Michael A. Gonzales

Supper at Scribner's

Michael A. Gonzales reflects back on the 1980s—when he was in his 20s, working as a messenger, and spending his free time browsing iconic New York City…

Nov 7, 2022 • Michael A. Gonzales

Too Cool For Prom...?

Michael A. Gonzales recalls his first heartbreak, and an evening in 1981 that took a few surprising turns.

Apr 13, 2022 • Michael A. Gonzales

This is 58: Michael A. Gonzales responds to The Oldster Questionnaire

"I'm 58 but I've been an old man since I was a kid."

Sep 17, 2021 • Sari Botton

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