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Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art Announces ‘KAWS: FAMILY’ Exhibition Set For March 2025

By Sha Be Allah / September 12, 2024

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art will present a major solo exhibition of work by KAWS. Opening in March 2025, KAWS: FAMILY will feature...

NFL Announces Return of Artist Replay Program for 2024, Spotlighting BIPOC and Emerging Artists

By Shawn Grant / August 22, 2024

The National Football League (NFL) has announced the return of its Artist Replay program for 2024, reimagined to highlight BIPOC...

Snoop Dogg, SZA, Alicia Keys in ‘Big Shots Vol 2’ New Reveal

By Sha Be Allah / August 15, 2024

Phillip Leeds, a mainstay within the music and fashion industries puts a stamp on the past eight years of some...

Urban Latino: A Celebration of Graffiti and Contemporary Art in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month

By Sha Be Allah / August 9, 2024

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Private Gallery is excited to announce the opening of "Urban Latino," a vibrant and...

MF DOOM Estate And Madlib Team Up With Super7 To Launch SuperSize Madvillain Collectible Figure And Merch Capsule

By Sha Be Allah / August 5, 2024

In continuation of the 20th anniversary celebration of MF DOOM and Madlib’s groundbreaking collaboration, Madvillainy, the MF DOOM estate and Madlib have teamed up...

Chance the Rapper Hosts “Writings on the Wall”, An Immersive Multi-Sensory Art Experience In New Orleans

By Sha Be Allah / August 1, 2024

Last week, Chance the Rapper hosted an immersive multi-sensory art experience, Writings on the Wall, in New Orleans, offering fans a unique and...

Visual Artist Christopher Cumberbatch Features Simone I. Smith and Alicia Keys in New Exhibit

By Shawn Grant / July 26, 2024

Renowned artist and designer Christopher Cumberbatch has opened a comprehensive exhibition at the Dwyer Cultural Center, running until August 30,...

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art Announces ‘KAWS: FAMILY’ Exhibition Set For March 2025

Sha Be Allah

September 12, 2024

Art/Design, Hip Hop Art and Design | Urban Arts, Hip Hop Culture | Hip Hop Arts and Lifestyle, News Exclusives

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art will present a major solo exhibition of work by KAWS. Opening in March 2025, KAWS: FAMILY will feature a broad mixture of the artist’s works – drawing...

NFL Announces Return of Artist Replay Program for 2024, Spotlighting BIPOC and Emerging Artists

Shawn Grant

August 22, 2024

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The National Football League (NFL) has announced the return of its Artist Replay program for 2024, reimagined to highlight BIPOC and emerging artists throughout the season. This year’s program will culminate i...

Snoop Dogg, SZA, Alicia Keys in ‘Big Shots Vol 2’ New Reveal

Sha Be Allah

August 15, 2024

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Phillip Leeds, a mainstay within the music and fashion industries puts a stamp on the past eight years of some of the world's most influential figures with this new photo archive of celebrity portraits. Over 5...

Urban Latino: A Celebration of Graffiti and Contemporary Art in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month

Sha Be Allah

August 9, 2024

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In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Private Gallery is excited to announce the opening of "Urban Latino," a vibrant and powerful exhibition showcasing the dynamic world of graffiti and contemporary art ...

MF DOOM Estate And Madlib Team Up With Super7 To Launch SuperSize Madvillain Collectible Figure And Merch Capsule

Sha Be Allah

August 5, 2024

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In continuation of the 20th anniversary celebration of MF DOOM and Madlib’s groundbreaking collaboration, Madvillainy, the MF DOOM estate and Madlib have teamed up with Super7 to ...

Chance the Rapper Hosts “Writings on the Wall”, An Immersive Multi-Sensory Art Experience In New Orleans

Sha Be Allah

August 1, 2024

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Last week, Chance the Rapper hosted an immersive multi-sensory art experience, Writings on the Wall, in New Orleans, offering fans a unique and immersive experience to preview his new unreleased...

Visual Artist Christopher Cumberbatch Features Simone I. Smith and Alicia Keys in New Exhibit

Shawn Grant

July 26, 2024

Art/Design

Renowned artist and designer Christopher Cumberbatch has opened a comprehensive exhibition at the Dwyer Cultural Center, running until August 30, 2024. The exhibit showcases a dynamic mix of his notable set de...

Nike Partners with the Centre Pompidou for a Bold Celebration of Sport in Paris — NIKE Inc

Nike Partners with Centre Pompidou for ‘Art of Victory’ Exhibition

Shawn Grant

July 25, 2024

Art/Design, Hip Hop Art and Design | Urban Arts

Nike is joining forces with Paris's iconic Centre Pompidou for a unique celebration of sport and culture, opening its "Art of Victory" exhibition on July 24. This event marks a creative tribute to Nike Air inn...

Kanye West Reportedly Devalued Malibu Home By $14M After Demolishing Beachfront Mansion

Sourcestaff

June 24, 2024

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Kanye West has yet again gone against the grain, this time within in the luxury real estate world. Get this, the Yeezy honcho demolished his $53 million beachfront mansion in Malibu, originally designed by est...

“Giants: Art From The Dean Collection Of Swizz Beatz And Alicia Keys” On Global Tour

Sha Be Allah

June 23, 2024

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Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys is the first major exhibition of the world-class art collection owned by musical and cultural icons Swizz Beatz (Kasseem Dean) and Alici...

Haena Chu’s Innovative Leadership and Community Impact in the Art Sector

Shawn Grant

June 14, 2024

Art/Design, Hip Hop Art and Design | Urban Arts

At the intersection of art and technology stands Haena Chu, a conscientious leader shaping influential roles at Art Center Nabi in Seoul and Curina in New York. With a meticulous and innovative approach, she h...

Reebok Teams With Ariie West For New “Ariie-Plugged” Sneaker Art Project

Sha Be Allah

June 4, 2024

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Check out the new "Ariie-Plugged", a fashion/art project by NYC artist Ariie West, which under his fashion brand Ariri, is known simply as "Plugged". This fusion of art, fashion and culture shows Ariie's visio...

Mashonda Tifrere Presents ‘I Never Really Knew You’ Exhibit Opening May 15 In Los Angeles

Sha Be Allah

May 7, 2024

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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Art Genesis founder Mashonda Tifrere has curated “I Never Really Knew You …,” a dual exhibit composed of a six-artist group exhibition and a solo exhibit of L.A. base...

Museum of Graffiti Announces Grand Opening of New Fine Art Gallery presented By Paso D’Oro

Sha Be Allah

May 3, 2024

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On May 11, 2024, Wynwood will become home to a brand new luxury art gallery from the founders of Museum of Graffiti. The gallery will open in a 3,700-square-foot converted warehouse space located at 2521 NW 3r...

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

Sha Be Allah

April 15, 2024

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

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

Sha Be Allah

January 19, 2024

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Last night at the swanky Madame X Lounge in Lower Manhattan, a group of graffiti legends and up and comers gathered under the club’s red light and celebrated Joey’s Slae exclusive graffiti exhibition. The show...

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

Shawn Grant

December 27, 2023

Art/Design, Hip Hop Art and Design | Urban Arts, Hip Hop Culture | Hip Hop Arts and Lifestyle

December is coming to an end. December for folks in Miami or the art world means only one thing: Art Basel Miami Beach. Over the past decade, people of color and urban influence have increased during Art ...

Dwight White II Details Collaborating on New Mureal for the U.S. Women's National Soccer

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

Shawn Grant

December 6, 2023

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In a groundbreaking initiative, Allstate has revealed a vibrant 'soccer coaching mural' in a Chicago neighborhood, seamlessly blending art with sports education for budding young players. Developed in collabor...

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

Sha Be Allah

December 5, 2023

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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 galler...

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

Sha Be Allah

November 22, 2023

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This Art Basel Miami week, the Museum of Graffiti is set to release three exclusive collaborations with today’s top artists. These highly anticipated drops will each take place inside the Museum’s world r...