"Adam Rinn stated, 'There's no other working artist in New York at the moment that's more deserving to lead this parade than Jesse. Not only is he a talented musician and an incredible songwriter, he's given artists of all disciplines venues around the city in which to showcase their art.'"
"Rinn praised Rickie Lee Jones, saying, 'Rickie has influenced a generation of artists with her beautiful voice and her genre-defying blend of rock, jazz and pop.'"
"Rinn acknowledged the financial difficulties faced by the organization, stating, 'Financially, we've been hit hard this past year, with the economy the way it is, the harsh winter and the battle to save Coney Island from a dreaded casino, we found ourselves tapped out.'"
"Borough President Antonio Reynoso allocated funding to support the parade, with Rinn noting, 'Thanks to the public and a generous allocation from Brooklyn Borough President, Antonio Reynoso, the money has been coming in so we're able to start getting the ducks, or in this case, sea creatures lined up in a row.'"
The 44th Mermaid Parade in Coney Island is scheduled for June 20, 2026, featuring Jesse Malin and Rickie Lee Jones as King Neptune and Queen Mermaid. This event marks the unofficial start of summer in New York City. Coney Island USA's Artistic Director, Adam Rinn, expressed excitement over the selections, praising Malin's contributions to the arts and Jones's influence on music. The organization faced financial challenges but received support from Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso to ensure the parade's continuation.
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