Celebrating the iconic AF1 40th anniversary and shining the light on my community. While knowing that alone we are individuals, together we are so much more. Show love to 5 talented individuals from the visual artist community exhibiting at Gallery on 4th over this weekend.
"In 2022, we’re watching the same [LGBTQIAP+] stigma rear its head as the world grapples with the current international monkeypox outbreak... the narrative in 2022 is painting this outbreak as the work of gay men. This is dangerous."
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FEATURE: @misaNarrates warns against further LGBTQIAP+ stigma amidst 2022 #Monkeypox outbreak
"Medically speaking, diseases don’t practice discretion. Cancer, HIV/AIDS, or monkeypox do not know the difference between gay blood and heterosexual blood..."
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"As we groove to and celebrate #RENAISSANCE, it’s paramount to remember the lives of those living and dead impacted by the HIV/AIDS epidemic," writes @misaNarrates
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I’m so glad this finally came out! As someone who’s lost loved ones to HIV/AIDS, watching the LGBTQIAP+ stigma regarding monkey pox has been scary.
Let’s not make the same mistakes in 2022 🤎
"Love cannot be proud, but it should respect one’s dignity; particularly dignity as it exists in a world that isn’t dictated by restrictive standards between people," @misaNarrates asserts.
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FEATURE: @misaNarrates demands justice for romantics everywhere
For many, the "Cool Girl" monologue is all too relatable. Vengeance à la Amy isn’t attainable, but in 2022 let us lean into romance, shed our savagery, and consider justice for the romantic.
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"With so many people advocating for “killing your ego”, it’s important to note that ego is not inherently negative or positive. In fact, it’s the cornerstone of who we are."
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"Everything from the color schemes of the album covers, to the marketing genius of the quirky “ASMR” Durex condom campaign... had me on the edge of my DSPs, waiting for the next installment of the #SPIJØNGET journey."
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FEATURE: @KINGCedric95 unpacks the meticulous art of indie rollouts in South African hip-hop
While some artists rely on a fandom's strength to publicize a new work, there is a bourgeoning breed of musicians surpassing industry conventions to compete.
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"[@itsmesipho's] post-release rollout campaigning... developed not only a keen appreciation for the craftsmanship of this body of work but a desire to revisit his catalogue."
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Introducing our Official Empowerment Partner, @bridgesformusic!
We’re partnering up with this incredible organisation to connect with some of the hottest talent on the rise in SA! ❤️🔥🥲
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