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Chance The Rapper Unveils Star Line Gallery Art Piece “The Last Stair” In Collaboration With Thelonious Stokes At EXPO CHICAGO

By Sha Be Allah / April 16, 2024

Over the weekend, Chance the Rapper took center stage both in the art world and in philanthropy, showcasing his multifaceted...

Museum of Graffiti Hosts Traveling Exhibition “Sneaker Stories” Presented By Modelo

By Sha Be Allah / April 15, 2024

The Museum of Graffiti proudly announces the launch of "Sneaker Stories," presented by Modelo, a groundbreaking exhibition that delves into the historical ties and...

Ice Cold: Hip-Hop Jewelry Exhibition Shines at New York’s Natural History Museum

By Courtneyb / March 10, 2024

Hip-hop culture has long been synonymous with flashy, extravagant jewelry, and now, some of the most iconic pieces worn by...

T’yanna Wallace Honors The Notorious B.I.G.’s Legacy with “The Biggie Experience” Museum Opening Today

By Courtneyb / March 9, 2024

T'yanna Wallace Honors The Notorious B.I.G.'s Legacy with "The Biggie Experience" Museum Opening Today! In the heart of Brooklyn, NY,...

Atlanta Mayor Strives to Move Art Basel’s Vibe to The Big Peach

By Shawn Grant / December 27, 2023

December is coming to an end. December for folks in Miami or the art world means only one thing: Art Basel...

Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan

By Courtneyb / December 27, 2023

As we approach the inspiring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) invites families...

The Art of Hip Hop Takes Center Stage: A Night of Celebration and Culture at Miami Art Week

By Courtneyb / December 13, 2023

In a dazzling celebration during Miami Art Week, The Art of Hip Hop, in collaboration with StockX, marked the grand...

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Nike Links With Gangster Doodles For a “NBA Nickname” T-Shirt Collection

Keenan Higgins

March 14, 2019

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Artist & illustrator Marlon Sassy impressed a lot of people recently by dropping a compilation LP called Gangster Music, Vol. 1, which he curated under the popular alias Gangster Doodles. Now, he's pushing that... Read Article

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adidas Originals Launches Its ‘Gallery Series’ With a Capsule Alongside Artist Keiichi Tanaami

Keenan Higgins

March 4, 2019

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In addition to the Nite Jogger collab with Sneakernstuff arriving later this week, adidas Originals is prepping for another fire drop that will launch a new "Gallery Series" campaign highlighting artistic expre... Read Article

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Happy #PokemonDay! Check Out the 10 Most Hip-Hop Moments in Pokémon History

Keenan Higgins

February 27, 2019

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Happy Pokémon Day, everybody! Every year on February 27, fans of the popular anime series worldwide commemorate the anniversary of those very first releases for Game Boy: the 1996 Japan-only drops Pokémon Re... Read Article

Gorillaz Now Have a Customizable Collab at the Levi’s Print Bar

Keenan Higgins

February 26, 2019

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Virtual rock band Gorillaz proved they could create fly fashion in real life with a G-SHOCK collab that dropped last year, and now the quartet is pairing up with Levi's for a full range of customizable apparel ... Read Article

Yes, a 10.Deep x Pokémon Streetwear Collaboration Exists

Keenan Higgins

February 25, 2019

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With the current resurgence of Pokémania due to the Pokémon GO craze that started back in 2016, popular streetwear imprint 10.Deep found a special way to celebrate the upcoming international "Pokémon Day" (Febr... Read Article

Denzel Washington to Direct ‘Journal For Jordan’ Starring Michael B. Jordan

Rashad Grove

February 25, 2019

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Variety has confirmed that 2-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington will direct the feature film Journal for Jordan, for Sony Pictures, which will star Michael B. Jordan. This will mark the first time that... Read Article

Big Boi to Play Motown Founder Berry Gordy in Upcoming TV One Film

Rashad Grove

February 25, 2019

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Continuing his rise in the acting world, Big Boi of Outkast is set to play Motown founder Berry Gordy in an upcoming television movie. The Speakerboxx rapper shared the exciting news on Instagram that filmin... Read Article

National Museum of African American Music Receives Million Dollar Gift

Rashad Grove

February 25, 2019

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The National Museum of African American Music, set to complete construction in late 2019, will be the only museum dedicated solely to preserving African American music traditions and celebrating the influence A... Read Article

Brooklyn’s Own Chef Ed Mixes Classic Hip Hop And Culinary Arts

Courtneyb

February 23, 2019

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Chef Edward Brumfield, the Executive Chef at Red Rooster Harlem is having the career of a lifetime. Aside from serving up the infamous dishes at Harlem's universal go to spot, he's catered luncheons for the for... Read Article

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ALIFE Partners With Brooklyn Museum For a Black History Month Capsule

Keenan Higgins

February 20, 2019

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There's only eight days left until Black History Month ends, and New York-bred streetwear imprint ALIFE is making sure to celebrate down to the last minute with a special capsule collection alongside the presti... Read Article

Quincy Jones Honored by will.i.am at the 8th Annual TRANS4M Gala

Rashad Grove

February 14, 2019

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At the 8th annual TRANS4M gala, music icon Quincy Jones was honored by will.i.am for his over a 60-year career in music and his philanthropic efforts. Along with will.i.am, the event was co-hosted by Lynne and ... Read Article

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Burton Bundles Up With a Keith Haring-Themed Snowboarding Collection

Keenan Higgins

February 7, 2019

Burton is proving that the legacy of Keith Haring extends way beyond the art world, even going as far as inspiring the brand's latest capsule collection. Offering a three-piece set that inclu... Read Article

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Swizz Beatz Presents Exhibit on ‘Black Renaissance’ Art in L.A

Rashad Grove

January 31, 2019

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Kasseem "Swizz Beatz" Dean is regarded as one of the greatest producers ever in hip-hop. Along with collecting chart-topping hits, Swizz has garnered a reputation as collector and lover of fine art. Now it’s be... Read Article

BANKSY’s Bataclan Memorial Mural Stolen From Paris Theater

Sha Be Allah

January 28, 2019

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In the same location where 90 people were killed by Islamic militants three years ago, world-renowned street artist BANKSY painted a mural on a door commemorating the victims, but his artwork was stolen over th... Read Article

Carol Boston Weatherford and Frank Morrison Release ‘Roots Of Rap’ Children’s Book

Rashad Grove

January 15, 2019

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The history of Hip-Hop is a story that cannot be told enough. The history of the culture will only be preserved if it’s passed down to the next generation. Thankfully, Carol Boston Weatherford and Frank Morriso... Read Article

Exclusive: Van Johnson is Using the Art of Tattoos to Give Opportunity and Impact His Community

Shawn Grant

January 3, 2019

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cover photo credit: Stuart Matthews Fans of VH1's Black Ink Crew: Chicago may notice that the show is returning a little earlier in the year than previous seasons. That's due to the success of the reality seri... Read Article

International Artist Ignasi Monreal Paints Masterpiece on Chicago’s Mag Mile

Shawn Grant

January 2, 2019

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Chicago's Magnificent Mile will be the host to a nine-story mural that will be created by international artist Ignasi Monreal. The mural will emphasize the historic reputation of the neighborhood, along with re... Read Article

Vic Mensa Shares His Convo With Jay-Z About World Renowned Artist BANKSY

Sha Be Allah

December 14, 2018

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Chi-Town slang spitter Vic Mensa has managed to put himself in a no-lose situation, being under the wing of Roc Nation head honcho Jay-Z, but Mensa says that his conversations with his boss are now becoming cro... Read Article

Sole DXB: Peep the Festival That United Nas, Reebok, Mos Def, Dior & More in Dubai

Keenan Higgins

December 13, 2018

When in Dubai, well, have a good time! That's just what went down for Sole DXB 2018, the three-day event that had some of our favorites in Hip-Hop, food, sports and especially on the fashion side united on o... Read Article

Tommy The Animator’s ‘Lyrics’ Exhibit To Feature Works From Ice-T, Melle Mel, Kool Keith And More

Sha Be Allah

November 29, 2018

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Thursday, December 13, 2018, artist Tommy The Animator teams up with an elite group of Hip Hop Legends: Ice T, Kool Keith, Melle Mel, Large Professor, and Smoothe Da Hustler, in the innovative and groundbreakin... Read Article