News Tagged: NYC

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    Photo: The Faces of the Afro-Punk Festival

    Afro-Punk is for the people. Unlike other music festivals, the styles and personalities of the crowd alone, always make Afro-Punk an event worth checking out. Check out some of the faces that filled the crowd of the Afro-Punk Festival this past weekend, including a performance by Mos Def and Erykah Badu.

    ©12ozProphet - Thursday August 30, 2012

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    Ket, Bruz, and Sin "Rotting in Sludge" Rooftop In Queens

    Alan Ket does it again by taking a stand and delivering a political message. After his controversial "Murderers" mural, this rooftop takes aim at major oil companies and their contribution in damaging our planet.

    ©12ozProphet - Friday August 24, 2012

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    Micheal Sieben Screen Print Signing at Volcom Store

    Last night at the Volcom store here in Soho, we managed to catch Austin, Texas based artist Micheal Sieben at a little event being thrown promoting his new Fall 2012 Featured Artist Series T-shirt by Volcom. Fans poured in and gathered just to wait in line and receive a signed print of the featured t-shirt graphic being promoted. After the signing,...

    ©12ozProphet - Friday August 17, 2012

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    Staple Design Caps Off The Summer in Style in their "Farewell My Summer...

    Summer's not over yet as Staple Design just released their clever “Farewell My Summer Love” lookbook which stars a couple cuties from around the way photographed by William Yan. Check them out after the jump!

    ©12ozProphet - Friday August 10, 2012

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    Preview: FUZI Tattoo Event at The Hole Shop in New York

    On Saturday, September 1st, French graffiti writer FUZI will be at The Hole Shop in New York to ink up a few lucky recipients with free original tattoos.

    ©12ozProphet - Thursday August 09, 2012

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    12ozProphet Exclusive interview: El Kamino

    Originality is a key component in any dope style and El Kamino definitely has it. El Kamino began cultivating his unique style as he explored what the Virginian landscapes and freight yards had to offer. Check out this exclusive interview after the jump!

    ©12ozProphet - Wednesday August 08, 2012

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    Preview: Sen 2 "Live, Breathe and Write" at Camaradas El Barrio Tonight

    Tonight Camaradas El Barrio hosts the opening for Sen2's solo show Live, Breathe and Write. The veteran Bronx bomber will be displaying his distinctive style and legendary NYC DJ Bobbito Garcia will be on the wheels of steel for his monthly party at Carmaradas. Check the flyer below for all the info.

    ©12ozProphet - Monday August 06, 2012

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    Skate: 5BORO - Join or Die Outtakes

    5BORO has just released a bunch of throwaway footage that wasn't used in their recent full length video "Join or Die." Their full length video was insane so this throwaway should be as well!

    ©12ozProphet - Tuesday July 31, 2012

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    Video: History of the MF Doom Mask by KEO for Frank 151

    Frank 151 just released this nice video interview of Brooklyn-born graffiti writer, designer (and former 12ozProphet blogger) Keo, discussing the history of MF Doom's art direction and recalls his involvement in the creative evolution of the mc's iconic mask. While you're at it, you may also want to check out Doom's new release: "Guv'nor" from his...

    ©12ozProphet - Friday July 27, 2012

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    Throwback Thursday: KRS-One "It's Gettin' Hectic" 1993 Unreleased Track

    This recently-unearthed, DJ Premier-produced gem is honest, insightful and in many ways prophetic, so it's a real shame it ended up on the cutting room floor of KRS-One's 1993 Return of the Boom Bap LP. On "It's Gettin' Hectic", the Blast Master busts warning shots on a wide range of socio-political issues of the time, including racism,...

    ©12ozProphet - Thursday July 26, 2012

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    Mear One Featured in "New Day" Alicia Keys Official Lyric Video

    Mear One is the lead in the new official lyric video for Alecia Keys song "New Day". In the video, Mear One stylishly writes out the lyrics to the song, illustrates particular sections, as well as does a "New Day" mural with a portrait of Alicia. Check out this awesome collaboration music video after the jump.

    ©12ozProphet - Thursday July 26, 2012

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    Odd Future Takes Over New York

    Prepare yourselves New York City because Odd Future are on their way. Tomorrow night will feature three concerts by members of the west coast collective that are all sure to be “fucking radical.”

    ©12ozProphet - Wednesday July 25, 2012