But much of his art never made it to galleries, instead remaining in his renowned TriBeCa loft, nicknamed the Battle Station. But on May 4, Rammellzee’s artwork and artifacts will come into view in a retrospective at Red Bull Arts New York that will showcase the versatility and theatricality of this hip-hop pioneer. Rammellzee, who died in 2010, was involved in several aspects of the burgeoning hip-hop cultural movement in New York in the 1970s and ’80s. Visitors can also listen to oral histories about Rammellzee recorded by his contemporaries and collaborators, including Charlie Ahearn, who directed “Wild Style,” and the filmmaker Henry Chalfant. The show will coincide with the Red Bull Music Festival New York, and remain on view until Aug. 26.

Source: New York Times February 21, 2018 04:52 UTC