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INTERVIEW: Tiny Jag On New Mixtape Release “Polly” & The Monster in The Mirror

With the release of her latest project Polly, along with a string of performances that lend a live energy to her already undeniable music, Tiny Jag is an artist to know in Detroit’s rap scene. After a series of music videos in 2018, she has dropped her first eight-song mixtape produced with local music producers including […]

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“DEPTH” EXHIBITION CALL FOR ARTISTS VIA DETROIT SCIENCE LAB GALLERY OPEN THROUGH OCT. 5TH

Detroit Science Lab Gallery is currently seeking interactive, participatory works for DEPTH, a free exhibition that explores the power and complexities of water and its many roles in the physical and social world. Water is life. Its presence affects all living things. From creation stories about life on Earth, to the looming devastating effects of pollution […]

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PAXAHAU TO CELEBRATE 20-YEAR ANNIVERSARY FT. RICHIE HAWTIN, MISTER JOSHOOA, MICHAEL GEIGER

Paxahau, Detroit’s electronic music powerhouse and producer of Movement Music Festival is celebrating their 20th year in the techno music industry. In true techno style, they have created a weekend-long celebration featuring Techno titan Richie Hawtin, dance music pioneer John Acquaviva, and Detroit underground legend Acid Pimp, along with DJ sets including Michael Geiger, Craig Gonzalez and Mister Joshooa.  The 20-year […]

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INTERVIEW: BOY HARSHER TALKS COLEMAN A. YOUNG, DETROIT & PUFF DADDY

Boy Harsher will be making their Detroit debut at the upcoming show at Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport with dual-headliners ADULT. and Universal Eyes. Their inclusion on this diverse bill is a testament to the show’s aspirations. Having created a set to suit the occasion, tapered with the unpredictable nature of any live performance, the […]

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COLLABORATION AND COLLISION: ADULT. ON 20 YEARS OF MAKING MUSIC IN DETROIT

On Saturday, September 8th, Detroit legends ADULT. and Universal Eyes will present a double record release show at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport along with a dizzying array of performers spanning various genres and performative inclinations. This highly anticipated event is a prime example of Detroit at its finest: showcasing underground culture and some extreme cross-genre collaboration with […]

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Hour Detroit Magazine // State of the Arts

PHOTOGRAPHS BY JOSH SCOTT, Published: August 31, 2018 2018 KRESGE PANELISTS FROM LEFT: LISA ROSE LAMARRE WILMOT, ARA TOPOUZIAN, BILLICIA HINES, JUANITA ANDERSON, BILLY MARK. PHOTOGRAPHED IN EASTERN MARKET In the past few years, Detroit has been nationally recognized as an ideal setting for creatives to thrive. Outstate artists are envious over the region’s affordable housing, […]

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INTERVIEW: UNIVERSAL EYES ON NEW LP RELEASE SHOW WITH ADULT. AT COLEMAN A. YOUNG AIRPORT

Universal Eyes is a collaborative trip/metal/psycho/jazz/beyond project birthed by Wolf Eyes and Universal Indian, consisting of members Nate Young, John Olson, Gretchen Gonzales-Davidson and Aaron Dilloway. With their powers combined, Universal Eyes will be releasing their upcoming record, “Four Variations on Artificial Society,” alongside ADULT., who will also be releasing their latest project entitled “This […]

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Knight Foundation // KNIGHT FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 53 FINALISTS IN 2018 KNIGHT ARTS CHALLENGE

DETROIT—Aug. 23, 2018—The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation today named 53 Detroit Knight Arts Challenge finalists, who are all vying for a share of $3 million. The community-wide initiative funds ideas that engage and enrich Detroit through the arts. The finalists propose a range of projects that tell unique Detroit stories, bring the […]

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DANNY SOBOR DEBUTS PAINTING SERIES IN “10 WARM MONTHS” ON AUGUST 25TH

Detroit-based artist Danny Sobor has been chasing the sun for the past year. His upcoming solo exhibition entitled 10 Warm Months, opening on Saturday, August 25th was created following his five-year hiatus from painting, each carefully created under the glow of Detroit sunlight. Although he’s been living in Detroit for three years (relocating after graduation from Brown […]

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SEEN MAGAZINE // 20 Questions with Neiman Marcus Fashion Director Ken Downing

Published August 14, 2018 by Rachel Schostak SEEN got the scoop on all things fall fashion and the upcoming 2018 Fash Bash with Ken Downing, Neiman Marcus senior vice president and fashion director. By Rachel Schostak 1. Tell us about your professional career: As the senior vice president/fashion director for Neiman Marcus, I determine the taste, the trends, the attitudes and […]

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MO POP FESTIVAL 2018 WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS [VIDEO/PHOTOS]

Mo Pop Festival 2018 brought some of the hottest new talent including Billie Eilish, Clairo, lovelytheband, Curtis Roach, Empty Houses and more to Detroit for a weekend of major fun in the sun. Thousands of fans flocked to the Detroit Riverfront to get just close enough to on a beautiful summer weekend in Detroit with […]

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ICE CREAM DETROIT POPS UP WITH A SERIOUSLY COOL DINING EXPERIENCE

Ice Cream Detroit has crafted the perfect summer evening featuring a very ‘cool’ concept collaboration with a glowing dinner experience in the gallery after hours. This evening celebrates the current exhibition, A Difficult Pair featuring Detroit artists George Vidas and Victoria Shaheen, which explores the relationship between both ceramic material and neon. This six-course plated meal will break all the […]

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