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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...

Joey Slae’s Graff Exhibition @ NYC’s Madame X Feat. DJ Lazy K

By Sha Be Allah / January 19, 2024

Last night at the swanky Madame X Lounge in Lower Manhattan, a group of graffiti legends and up and comers...

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...

Exclusive: Chicago Muralist Dwight White II Details Collaborating on New Mural for the U.S. Women’s National Soccer

By Shawn Grant / December 6, 2023

In a groundbreaking initiative, Allstate has revealed a vibrant 'soccer coaching mural' in a Chicago neighborhood, seamlessly blending art with...

Salaam Remi kicks off Art Basel Weekend with his 4-Day MuseZeuM Exhibit Feat. Trina, Notorious B.I.G And Celia Cruz Unveiling

By Sha Be Allah / December 5, 2023

Super producer and hip-hop curator Salaam Remi is hosting a special four-day MuseZeuM art gallery exhibit to kick off Art Basel weekend in Miami, Florida. The gallery...

Museum Of Graffiti Announces Exclusive Product Collaborations With OSGEMEOS, CES and Atomik

By Sha Be Allah / November 22, 2023

This Art Basel Miami week, the Museum of Graffiti is set to release three exclusive collaborations with today’s top artists. These...

Remembering MF DOOM: A Personal Story

By Courtneyb / October 31, 2023

On the last day of 2020 the world was shocked to learn that hip hop's supervillain, MF DOOM had passed...

Hip Hop Photographer Chi Modu Sues The Notorious B.I.G. Estate Over Picture

Sha Be Allah

April 5, 2020

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A well known photog from the Hip Hop community has been trying to hawk snowboards bearing the likeness and image of the Notorious B.I.G. is suing the estate of the late Christopher Wallace over a picture he to... Read Article

Thieves Snatch $9M Van Gogh Painting From Dutch Museum Shut Down Due To Coronavirus

Sha Be Allah

March 31, 2020

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Even though most of everyone around the world has been ordered to stay home due to the rapid spread of COVID-19, in the Netherlands the thieves made it into an opportunity. A $9 million original painting by... Read Article

“Banksy Of Australia” Anthony Lister Charged With Rape And Assault Of Four Women

Sha Be Allah

March 13, 2020

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According to the Australian Associated Press, Sydney street artist Anthony Lister will remain behind bars for the next eight weeks after being charged with the rape of four women, including three art students,... Read Article

1xRun Releases Black History Month Limited Edition Print Series Showcasing 14 African-American Artists

Shawn Grant

February 18, 2020

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In celebration of Black History Month, 1xRun presents Most of My Heroes Don’t Appear On No Stamps, a collection of prints curated by Greg Cummins. The collection is inspired by Public Enemy’s “Fight The Power”... Read Article

Former NBA Player Larry Sanders Says J. Cole Has "A Real Shot" At Making It In The NBA

J. Cole & PUMA Announce Multi-Year Footwear & Apparel Partnership

MoClassified

February 15, 2020

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PUMA officially announced its multi-year footwear and apparel partnership with Grammy award-winning artist, J. Cole. According to PUMA’s global director of brand and marketing: “Cole’s involved in produ... Read Article

Cops in Arizona Collar “PENIS MAN” Graffiti Artist in SWAT Raid

Sha Be Allah

January 28, 2020

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Arizona Police reportedly nabbed the graffiti artist known as "PENIS MAN" last weekend after a SWAT team raid jammed him up in Phoenix. Tempe Police say that 38-year-old Dustin Shomer is the man behind the... Read Article

[WATCH] Yasiin Bey Formerly Known as Mos Def Releases New Album in Most Unique Way

Courtneyb

December 29, 2019

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Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, sat down with MSNBC's Ari Melber to discuss his newest studio recording of yasiin bey: Negus, which is only offered offline. The Brooklyn rapper decided to create a fine ... Read Article

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Happy 59th! Basquiat’s Legacy Lives On With This Watch Collab by DAEM

Shawn Grant

December 22, 2019

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Today (December 22) marks what would've been the 59th birthday of art legend Jean-Michel Basquiat, had it not been for his unfortunate passing at the age of 27 on August 12, 1988. While his iconic works of art... Read Article

Happy 51st Birthday To Graffiti Legend COPE2 KD!

Sha Be Allah

December 20, 2019

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One of the most infamous graffiti artists of the 20th century is celebrating his 51st born day today and he goes by the name of COPE2, founder of the world-famous KINGS DESTROY crew. Born Fernando Carlo on ... Read Article

NYC Graffiti Artist Matthew “ZEXOR” Rodriguez Dead At 29

Sha Be Allah

December 14, 2019

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The New York City graff community and beyond is mourning the loss of Matthew "ZEXOR" Rodriguez, who passed away Thursday (Dec. 12) in New York. He was 29 years old. As the son of Brooklyn graffiti legen... Read Article

Museum Of Graffiti Opens Its Doors TOMORROW In Wynwood During Art Basel

Sha Be Allah

December 4, 2019

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After years of trying to fit in the bourgeois art galleries around the world, graffiti finally has a place of its own to call home. Since the advent of "wall writing" in the late 60s and early 70s, graff ha... Read Article

Feature Photog: Nilladriz

Sha Be Allah

December 2, 2019

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Nilladriz is an American videographer, photographer, and entrepreneur. He’s recognized for being one of the youngest yet most promising creatives in the entertainment industry. This twenty year old photo... Read Article

Yasiin Bey is Bringing His Gallery-Only ‘Negus’ Album to Brooklyn Museum

Keenan Higgins

October 21, 2019

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In addition to performing a Black On Both Sides 20th anniversary tribute concert at Brooklyn Steel next month, Yasiin Bey is also giving BK an extra dose of love by debuting his new music project at the prestig... Read Article

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The Abstract! Q-Tip Will Be at Bonhams New York Showcasing His Personal Art Collection

Keenan Higgins

September 11, 2019

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Q-Tip has always been known as "The Abstract" of his rap collective we all know and love as A Tribe Called Quest, and now he's proving exactly why by curating a special art exhibition at legendary auction house... Read Article

All Falls Down: Kanye West’s “Dome Homes” Demolished Due to Noise Complaints & Permit Violations

Keenan Higgins

September 10, 2019

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When news broke last month that Kanye West was building dome-like concept homes in his Calabasas neighborhood, the idea seemed pretty neat and innovative overall at the time. However, it now looks like the whol... Read Article

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Exclusive: Joe Freshgoods Breaks Down His Snapple Collab That Even Brought Chance The Rapper to NYC

Keenan Higgins

August 23, 2019

The power of collaborations has proven to be an ongoing trend in the world of streetwear. From PUMA's upcoming Nipsey Hussle collection in tribute to the company's profoundly missed brand ambassador, to more ex... Read Article

Soccer, Girl Power, and Hip-Hop: An Exclusive Interview with Designer Melody Ehsani

Zoe Zorka

August 20, 2019

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2019 has been quite the year for women’s sports. From WNBA being added to NBA 2K20 to the USA women’s soccer championship, female athletes are making a splash- and celebrities, brands, and the general public ar... Read Article

Kanye West Is Now Making “Dome Homes” in Calabasas

Keenan Higgins

August 1, 2019

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Kanye West is always forward-thinking in his approach to things, whether it's dealing with the future of fashion or less-than-wanted opinions about the future of American politics. However, his latest futuristi... Read Article

Mary J. Blige To Star in ‘Power’ Spinoff Series

Rashad Grove

July 29, 2019

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The Power spinoff is about to be big with the announcement of the legendary Mary J. Blige set to star in the new show. During the Television Critics Association summer press tour, series creator and co-showr... Read Article

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Tupac Toys! Check Out This Mini 2Pac Sculpture By Artist Rebecca Maria

Keenan Higgins

July 27, 2019

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This year marks 23 years since we lost Hip-Hop icon Tupac Shakur, but his memory is far from being forgotten. Whether it's through items from his time in prison going to auction, particularly his I.D. card and ... Read Article