Short answers, pulled from the story.
The Black Spades formed in 1968 inside Junior High School 123 on Morrison Ave within the Bronxdale Houses of the Soundview section. Disco King Mario served as an original leader while working as a DJ in these housing projects.
David Brockington served as the original president of the first division before stepping down due to internal violence. Monk took over as the new supreme president after that decision and transformed the group into a full-fledged street gang.
Afrika Bambaataa joined the Young Spade 1st division 1st chapter before moving to the Bronx River Houses Black Spades 10th Division. He became a famous hip hop DJ while still connected to the organization and later formed the Universal Zulu Nation on the 12th of November 1977.
Gang activity peaked in New York City during 1973 before beginning to decline due to drug use and internal violence. Members moved toward park jams, block parties, and clubs instead of violence which changed the trajectory of the organization.
The year 2019 saw a comeback with new members joining the ranks under the name TBS New Direction. They now operate as a community service group focused on anti-violence initiatives and food distribution programs across the city.