New York City in the 1970s was filthy, dangerous, and completely unpredictable. 🚇💥 Crime ruled the streets, Times Square was a neon-lit jungle of vice, and the subway? A graffiti-covered nightmare where getting mugged was just part of the ride. The city was on the verge of collapse—bankrupt, lawless, and abandoned by the government.
But despite the chaos, NYC had an energy that today’s polished city could never replicate. Punk rock was screaming from CBGB, disco was taking over Studio 54, and hip-hop was being born in the Bronx. It was a city of extremes—both terrifying and electrifying.
What was it really like to live in this version of New York? Let’s take a trip back to the gritty, dangerous, and unforgettable streets of 1970s NYC. 🌆💀
via NYC Nostalgia
Matt Coneybeare
Editor in Chief
Matt enjoys exploring the City's with his partner and son. He is an avid marathon runner, and spends most of his time eating, running, and working on cool stuff.
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