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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...

SOURCE SPORTS: Bleacher Report Teams with Artists to Celebrate NBA’s 75th Season

Shawn Grant

December 3, 2021

Hip Hop Art and Design | Urban Arts, Source Sports | News, Highlights and Interviews

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the NBA, Bleacher Report has teamed with a diverse crop of artists to create original works of art inspired by the league. Each artist created original artworks that range ... Read Article

Rock The Bells and Lefty Out There Unite for One-of-a-Kind Art Basel Miami Experience

Shawn Grant

November 23, 2021

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Rock The Bells, LL Cool J's global lifestyle brand celebrating classic and timeless hip-hop, will partner with Cheetos to present a one-of-a-kind, hip-hop-inspired art exhibit to take over Miami Beach during A... Read Article

[WATCH] New Exhibit Trailer For ‘Tupac Shakur: Wake Me When I’m Free’ Museum Experience

Sha Be Allah

November 13, 2021

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The Shakur Estate has announced today tickets are on sale for the world premiere of Tupac Shakur. Wake Me When I’m Free, a fully immersive, thought-provoking museum experience that explores the life and legacy... Read Article

Kid Cudi Rocks Wedding Dress at CFDA Fashion Awards

Zoe Zorka

November 11, 2021

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It seems like everyone is breaking barriers and defying gender norms in 2021- and Kid Cudi is doing it on the red carpet. This week, he turned heads in a custom lace wedding dress at the CFDA fashion awards. ... Read Article

Targeted Artist Known For Depicting Prophet Muhammad Killed in Car Crash

Sha Be Allah

October 5, 2021

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A report from The Insider has confirmed that the Swedish artist known for his controversial depictions of the Prophet Muhammad, was killed in a car crash over the weekend in Sweden. Lars Vilks, the 75-year-... Read Article

Kobe Bryant NFT Project To Benefit Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation

Sha Be Allah

October 1, 2021

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The craze of non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, has consumed the sports world over the last few weeks. Stephen Curry bought a piece of blockchain art called a Bored Ape for $180,000. Odell Beckham Jr. purc... Read Article

Kanye Debuts Balenciaga “Donda” Collection, Hints at 2024 Presidential Run

Zoe Zorka

August 29, 2021

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As part of his highly-anticipated Donda release, Kanye West has not just released an album, but also a limited edition fashion collection that hints at another presidential run. The collection is featured o... Read Article

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Images Inspired By Slim Aarons From Jay-Z Cannabis Line Now For Sale

Kim SoMajor

July 14, 2021

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If Jay-Z isn't in the news for music, he's in the news for business. Three months ago, Jay-Z aka Hov's cannabis line Monogram displayed the first installment of "The Good Life, Redefined"—a lavish campaign... Read Article

[WATCH] Check Out The ‘Can’t Be Stopped’ Graffiti Documetary Feat. Everlast

Sha Be Allah

May 12, 2021

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Regime Films is gearing up to drop their Can't Be Stopped documentary about the world famous CBS Crew, a follow-up to the critically acclaimed Netflix documentary Saving Banksy. Can’t Be Stopped is a rare l... Read Article

DJ Premier and Animus Exclusive ‘Golden Era Future’ NFT Drop Available For Public Auction TODAY

Sha Be Allah

April 28, 2021

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Since the moment he arrived, the music of DJ Premier has been the cornerstone of hip-hop’s sound. One of the industry’s most respected and active auteur, the three-time Grammy-Award winner, is a conduit for ar... Read Article

Eminem To Drop First NFT Collection At Shady Con This Weekend

Sha Be Allah

April 23, 2021

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Eminem announced that he will be dropping his first NFT (Non-Fungible Token) release this Sunday, April 26 at 6:30/7 pm ET on NFT marketplace Nifty Gateway. The drop, dubbed “Shady Con,” will f... Read Article

Conceptual Artist, Sean “Belchez” Cort to Host First Solo Exhibition, Garage Sale

Shawn Grant

April 19, 2021

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Harlem-based conceptual artist, Sean "Belchez" Cort will highlight his perspective on the positioning of black and brown bodies as commodities, through the lens of an American garage sale. Titled Garage Sal... Read Article

Benny the Butcher Teams with Buffalo Bills for New Anthem

Benny The Butcher Announces ‘The Burden of Plugs’ Tour Dates

Roman White

April 5, 2021

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As venues begin to open up with the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccines, many artists are putting together tour dates for the Fall. Griselda Records rapper Benny The Butcher is one of the artists leading the way ... Read Article

How NFTs Are Turning Digital Art and Other Collectibles Into Unique Verifiable Assets

Nailah Spencer

March 27, 2021

Hip Hop Art and Design | Urban Arts, Tech, Tech News, Technology

NFT, also known as non-fungible tokens is a cryptocurrency trend that is becoming mainstream. It's gained even more attention after a tech company bought a piece of art by British artist Banksy, called "Mo... Read Article

Bhad Bhabie Auctioning Off Collaborative Artistic NFT’s For Her Iconic “Cash Me Outside” Meme

Sha Be Allah

March 26, 2021

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From viral sensation to multi-platinum hip-hop phenomenon, 17-year-old Bhad Bhabie aka Danielle Bregoli is the only meme that made it. She is known worldwide for her mischievous flow, razor-sharp wordplay, and... Read Article

Think B.I.G. Art Show Offers A Unique Tribute

Sha Be Allah

March 17, 2021

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The music was jumping…the vibe was flowing and the artwork was glowing as fans celebrated the legacy of Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame Rapper, Christopher Wallace aka The Notorious B.I.G. The 4th Annual "THINK B.I.G... Read Article

Westside Gunn Set To Open Buffalo Kids Art Gallery

Sha Be Allah

February 11, 2021

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"The Fly God" aka Westside Gunn has turned his love for art and fashion into an outreach center for the youth in his hometown. The head honcho of Griselda is opening n art gallery called Buffalo Kids inside... Read Article

Remembering MF DOOM: A Personal Story

Courtneyb

February 5, 2021

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On the last day of 2020 the world was shocked to learn that hip hop's supervillain, MF DOOM had passed away 2 month's prior on October 31st.Shock, disbelief and sadness spread across the community of fans, fam... Read Article

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[WATCH] Fans Call Out Colorism In Old Clip Of Rick Ross And The Dream On ‘Signed’

Courtneyb

January 24, 2021

An old clip recently resurfaced of singers Just Brittany and Kaiya playing their songs for industry executives on the VH1 show Signed.Fans are calling foul play stating that colorism was a factor after judges ... Read Article

Local Business Owners Use Art To Brighten up LA During COVID Pandemic

Jordan Eversley

January 12, 2021

Hip Hop Art and Design | Urban Arts, Hip Hop Community News

Americans across the country are finding more ways to stay creative during the Covid-19 pandemic. A task that not easy when considering that people’s livelihoods are at stake. Several business owners in LA are... Read Article