Afrobeats has transformed from a regional West African sound into a global juggernaut—on streaming services, dance floors, festival stages, and cultural charts across the world.

Since first breaking onto the scene around 2015, identity has always been a topic of meditation in his work. Growing up in a borough rooted in multiculturalism, Anik found an artistic voice for himself by listening and being receptive to the smells, sounds, and stories around him.

Platforms like Twitch, Discord, and TikTok Live have become something like digital campfires — spaces where people can show up, talk, and just be. It’s less about going viral, and more about feeling seen.

What if the next time you saw a doctor… they weren’t human?

Or they were—but your life depended not on their years of training, but on a machine quietly humming in the background. Listening. Calculating. Diagnosing you with mathematical precision and silicon confidence.

On a rainy Tuesday evening in DUMBO, the Sound and Mind Center resembled something between a ritual site and a dream. Artists, healers, and seekers gathered for “Memoir of The Human Body 2,” a one-night-only immersive experience that felt less like an event and more like a soft rebellion against disconnection.

In the bloom of native flowers on a rooftop once part of an ExxonMobil factory, something astonishing is happening. Art is taking root—not just as performance or installation, but as ecology, ritual, and resistance.

“Growing Takes Time,” an interactive performance by multidisciplinary artist Karley Wasaff, debuted at Satellite Art Gallery, a quirky and experimental space in the heart of SoHo/Lower East Side known for its immersive and genre-blurring events.

In Hands and Knees, presented at The Kitchen’s new Westbeth location, artist and sculptor Gordon Hall doesn’t give us answers. Instead, they give us time—palpable, aching time—and the space to feel what it means to wait.

The 2025 New York International Auto Show returned to Manhattan’s Javits Center this springwith more energy—and electricity—than ever before, marking 125 years of innovation, rebellion, and romance on four wheels.

On a rainy April evening in NYC, invite-only attendees at the Nasdaq experienced a traditionally unconventional performing art piece as OONA unveiled, "Treacherous Tickers." But what began as an exploration of value and symbolism evolved into a stark demonstration of the vulnerabilities inherent in modern digital exchanges.

For the designer behind Chainsself, Oleg Chekalin, a childhood spent immersed in nature and biology laid the foundation for a unique artistic vision.

Playboi Carti's latest release, 'I AM MUSIC,' is an ambitious 30-track odyssey that masterfully combines the nostalgic feel of a classic 2010 mixtape with a bold, contemporary sound. The album bursts with the hallmarks of that era—DJ tags, gunshot effects, and a relentless stream of adlibs—creating a familiar yet fresh auditory landscape.

Solana, a leading blockchain platform, recently faced significant community backlash leading to the removal of one of its advertisements from social media.

Great music often starts with an unexpected connection. For Bungalow Collect, it wasn’t a studio session or a viral moment that sparked their latest project—it was a pick-up game on a Santa Monica basketball court.

Featuring more than 30 lots by renowned digital artists, the sale exceeded all expectations, totaling a remarkable $728,784, well above its original estimate.

‘I GOT A STORY TO TELL’ : The Artists Rewriting Our Future at Tanya Weddemire Gallery

Tanya Weddemire Gallery welcomes the New Year with ‘I GOT A STORY TO TELL, ‘ an exhibition curated by Tatianna Mack featuring the works of four visionary artists: Blu Murphy, Brittney S. Price, Kaylyn Webster, and Lex Marie.

Within the walls of All Street Gallery, Kidcarol debuted an early look at her latest work, featuring a selection of six out of the fifteen pieces set to debut next year. This series captured the essence of an ethereal journey through the complexities of human emotions, symbolizing Carol's personal and artistic metamorphosis.

New York, NY – JPEG FICTION, the digital art showcase curated by Josh Sauceda, was held on December 18th at the Canvas 3.0 gallery within The Oculus, New York City’s iconic architectural and cultural landmark.

Within the walls of Madame X, BoneDaddy’s Bacchanal turned the concept of cabaret on its head. The brainchild of Karley Wasaff, this queer horror cabaret combined elements of The Nightmare Before Christmas, S&M kink, and politically charged satire with the unmistakable vibrancy of NYC’s queer nightlife. The result was a one-night-only spectacle that left a mark on the city’s immersive theater scene.

MoMu Antwerp recently hosted its first-ever hackathon, an ambitious event titled “A Weekend at the Museum: Make the Study Collection Come to Life, Using Technology.” bringing together participants from Belgium, the Netherlands, France, Italy, Germany, and the UK, embodying the cross-border creativity essential for groundbreaking innovation.