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NADA, TEFAF, Frieze: A Roundup of New York’s Art Fairs

New York Times 25 Apr 2024

Beyond Frieze, the options for collectors include events devoted to contemporary African art as well as underrepresented and emerging artists. Here’s a roundup ... .

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Universal Music France and Binetou Sylla, founder of leading independent label Wèrè Wèrè Music partner ...

Capital Ethiopia 24 Apr 2024

Dedicated to developing French-speaking African artists, the partnership will help foster the discovery and nurturing of new and existing talent, enabling Def Jam Africa artists to excel globally and ...

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Art at The Nellie in celebration of 125 year old Cape Town hotel

Independent online (SA) 24 Apr 2024

Through the lens of 16 artists, including Mia ... The foundation was established in 2018 as a platform to champion and support African Art and artists, and to develop art education in the Western Cape.

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Return of colonial-era statue to Congo fuels environmental revival

GDN Online 24 Apr 2024

The collective will showcase their work at the 60th annual Venice Biennale in November, in hopes of inspiring global action on climate change and advocate for African artists' recognition in environmental sustainability efforts.

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Blazers, Prada & Plenty Of Black: What The Women Of The Art World Wear To Work, Create & Paint The Town

Vogue 24 Apr 2024

Seated next to her is Belgium-based artist Nokukhanya Langa, 33, who creates abstract 3D canvases depicting spirals and meteorites ... “Noku can paint like a Renaissance artist,” Phoebe says, “but she has the bravery to do something different.”.

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Shadrach Bond Chapter celebrates life of Marian Anderson

The Hawk Eye 24 Apr 2024

In 1924, she was the first African American artist to sign with RCA and in 1925, the first African American artist to solo with the New York Philharmonic, and the first African American to sing a leading role with the Metropolitan Opera.

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King of Amapiano Kabza De Small’s Red Bull Symphonic show sells out in just 5 hours

Independent online (SA) 24 Apr 2024

This is not the first time, a South African artist will be teaming up with an orchestra for a one of a kind performance, slain rapper Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes performed two shows; one at Sun Square in ...

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Be the next winner of Sasol New Signatures Art Competition

Independent online (SA) 23 Apr 2024

Sasol New Signatures is renowned for its support and development of South Africa's contemporary art scene, along with its role in boosting exposure for emerging South African artists.

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SFJAZZ celebrates 30 Years of South African freedom with concert series

The Mercury News 23 Apr 2024

More South African jazz artists will hit the Bay Area June 8 at the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival with a double bill featuring the father-and-son Steve and Bokani Dyer Ensemble and women-led Izithunywa ...

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African Hidden Champions to host soir�e celebrating rising business stars

Daily News Egypt 23 Apr 2024

African Hidden Champions (AHC), a ... The Soir�e will culminate in a private concert by award-winning South African artist Ami Faku, reflecting the continent’s vibrant spirit and cultural wealth.

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Fort Monroe's African Landing Memorial sculpture design

The Virginian-Pilot 23 Apr 2024

Models depict what Fort Monroe’s future African Landing Memorial will look like. The larger figures in the foreground depict Anthony and Isabella, a couple documented among the first Africans, holding their baby, William Tucker.

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Johnny Gill, Patrice Rushen, Bootsy Collins and Hezekiah Walker Set to be Honored at the ...

Jacksonville Free Press 23 Apr 2024

Black Music Honors is an annual two-hour event that acknowledges the legendary African-American artists who have influenced and made significant musical contributions to African-American culture and American music worldwide.

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Vera Ellen wins 2024 Taite Music Prize

RNZ 23 Apr 2024

Wellington artist Vera Ellen has won the prestigious Taite Music Prize for 2024 ... "Honestly I really wasn't expecting to win, being alongside such amazing artists," the South African born singer said.

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John Legend, Janelle Mon�e to Speak at LMU Commencements

The Daily Independent - Ridgecrest 23 Apr 2024

An EGOT-winning artist with a trophy tally that includes 12 Grammys, three Emmys, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a Tony Award, Legend is a paragon of artistic achievement and social commitment.

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