This past Sunday, the Myrtle Mural was completed by Rimx, Seeone and friends for the Brooklyn Urban Arts Market. This week Rimx & Seeone was joined by Rob Fokused, Jonnie Flatbush and Pablo. We’d like to thank everyone who came out and supported. Check out below how everything came together…
Stay tuned from more information on the Brooklyn Mural Project by Coup d’etat Brooklyn.
This Sunday, we had the continuation of the Afropunk X Coup d’etat Mural on Emerson & Myrtle. This week Alexandra Cespedes, Jen One & Livingroom Johnston joined Rimx & Seeone in painting the Mural. See you next weekend at the same place and same time…
Check out the mural created last week by Rimx & Seeone for the Brooklyn Urban Arts Market. Part 2 of the mural will continue tomorrow, Sunday, September 13th on Myrtle and Emerson (in front of the Pratt Store.)
The Urban Arts Market is brought to you by Myrtle Avenue Association (M.A.R.P.) & Afropunk, who called me to come in and organize/curate this mural. This is one of more to come as part of the CDTBK’s “Brooklyn Mural Project.” Stay In Tuned.
Monday morning, our brother and one our favorite Dj’s Hard Hittin’ Harry, who was the DJ for the NYE Punk -n-Paint Ball, was showcased for your listening (and viewing) pleasure On Good Day New York. He could be found this morning reppin the coup, wearing our Paradise shirt. What other brand gets there logo represented on Good Day New York (see the sticker on his laptop,) we see you brother SALUTE!!!!!
DJ Hard Hittin Harry poses to flick it up with Good Day anchors Greg Kelly & Rosanna Scotto
You can also check out DJ Hard Hittin’ Harry every Friday at the Gansevort Hotel in the Meatpacking District or online during his weekly web jam session- The Global Jam Session- on Tuesdays 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. He Also spins Rhythm -n- Bounce every thursday @ Katra 217 Bowery &Sundays @ Deity 368 atlantic ave. in Brooklynat the Unity Sound Reggae party.
“Afro-Punk became a touchstone of a cultural movement strongly reminiscent of the early days of Hip-Hop. Alternative urban kids across the nation (and across the globe) who felt like outsiders discovered they were actually the core of a boldly innovative, fast-growing community.” – Afro-Punk (www.afropunk.com)
Peace! We know you’ve heard about the 5th Annual Afro-Punk Festival and the amazing performances thus far (i.e. Game Rebellion, Saul Williams, Jonelle Monae), the mosh pits, the crowd surfing and the CDT Art Collective. All and all, this year has been amazing! If you haven’t had a chance to check it out, join us tomorrow from noon to 8PM. To find out more about the 2009 Afro-Punk Block Party click HERE. In the meantime, you can watch these amazing videos… Continue reading “Rave With Us At The 2009 Afro-Punk Block Party!” »
“Acoustic Graffiti performances and art works, created by Oleg Lapidus signify the spread of graffiti culture into music world. While classic graffiti usually stands for painting on a prohibited surface, «acoustic graffiti» is a music performance in a prohibited place at a prohibited time. The difference between the two would be that visual graffiti is a form of street art while “acoustic graffiti” can happen indoors, including the most high profile venues, where classic graffiti would equal vandalism. The moment of truth comes when security appear on the scene. It is the symbol of prohibition imposed on an individual by public order regulations.” – pianocrasher.com
Its been a long time since the days of “Wild Style,” but yet and still, graffiti art has become a huge asset in the transitions in pop culture. From THEN to KAWS, urban fashion to album covers- the element is everywhere! I found something interesting while browsing the net… its called: Acoustic Graffiti, a form of art created by a musician by the name of Oleg Lapidus. Watch the video and let us know what you think. Is this “art at its best” or an artist turned classic comedian? Ha. You decide. Paz!
“I want to motivate people to ask themselves why… Why is it that the simplest things we place little to no value on, is something someone else looks at as a luxury item?” – Thi Chien, My Slated Vison
In fear of becoming a social network junkie, I spend as much time as possible, doing something other than being online. Nah, the connection in Honduras is inconsistent. ::Laughs:: But seriously, the Internet can be a gift and a curse. I’m excited today- the Internet was my friend! After writing on the Facebook wall of an industry “friend,” I received a friend request from photographer, Thi Chien. Come to find out, he’s “friends” with CDT Art Collective’s Fly Lady Di- the dopest visual artist to ever be in The Daily Bread section of Format Magazine. I knew he had to be dope. AHLOT was right. As a matter of fact, I’m a fan. With an extended resume, an impressive work ethic and the ability to capture reality, my latest amigo presents: Addiction.
“ADDICTION: a state of physiological or psychological dependence on something… For educational and pleasurable reading, I wish to create a book series titled ADDICTION. Within the series, there will be an in depth view on power, money, sex, and drugs… This drive of trying to educate people on this topic comes from seeing too many people fall down the wrong path. I believe that knowledge is the key to prevention… After release of the series I would ambitiously donate the proceedings to Action on Addiction. Action on Addiction is a charity which provides education, intervention, and research on addictions.”
Philadelphia native, Thi Chien’s project “Addiction” is up for voting in the “Name Your Dreams” Contest. Vote for our new friend, Thi Chien, by clicking HERE.
Click HERE to see several shots of the drug portion of the “Addiction” collection.
(All photos were taken from the My Slated Vision website).
“If there’s a movement that we stand for, it’s about breaking down barriers.” D.A. Wallach of Chester French, HopHipDX.com (2007)
NUMBER 1: CHESTER FRENCH
Need new, quality music? Good. Let me introduce D.A. and Max of the unclassified duo, Chester French. Chester French is a tag team straight from the hallways of Harvard University. With the skill, experience and talent that reflects musical fusions and universally dope sounds, the StarTrak duo is debuting their first album, Love the Future this upcoming April. In the words of Rah Digga, they are “lyrically inclined and inclined to be lyrical.” Check out my 2007 piece on the group by clicking HERE. Click HERE to see their new video, “She Loves Everybody.” I’m sure you’ll love it. Also be on the lookout for their upcoming Mixtape, Jacques Jams, Vol. 1: Endurance featuring Janelle Monae and Talib Kweli. Continue reading “New Music: Yeah, Yeah, Yeahs, Chester French And M. Island” »
Oftentimes individuals draw inspiration from and celebrate people outside of their immediate circle. However, at this moment coup d’etat Brooklyn would like to pay homage to one of our own – Dahkil Hausif. Dahkil is a member of the coup d’etat Brooklyn/Sunshowah creative camp which is known for producing fashion, events, films, and art.
A man of many talents, Dahkil effortlessly rocks many hats including: Co-Owner, Director, and Writer of Sunshowah Films, and Editor at one of New York’s leading Editing Suites, Spotwelders. His impressive resume includes two award-winning short films, and editing of professional commercials for household names such as EA Sports, NFL, Converse, & Target to name a few. Check out his body of work below.
Coup d'etat Art | Rasupreme September 24, 2009 | 
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