KAF and XYION with Soul Kitchen present this exclusive art exhibition curated by Lorrie Boula and St. Louis native Adrian Miller featuring original fine art by Chuck D that was inspired by his heroes, legends and peers and serves as a visual deep dive into society and culture. Standout pieces include a pair of diptychs: “Black Legends,” which features portraits of Harry Belafonte and Nina Simone presented in mixed media, and “Public Enemy Number One,” featuring a self-portrait of Chuck D. alongside his longtime collaborator Flavor Flav. Both works, and more than 30 pieces of his fine art, are on view and available for sale at the gallery.
“Art is about sight, sound, story and style. This show is a doorway into my mind and lyrics told through visuals and is a small peek into the noise in my head,” says Chuck. “Roll Call: Most of My Heroes Don’t Appear on No Stamps is my way of paying tribute to the figures who shaped me yesterday and today.”
Known worldwide as the founder of Public Enemy, Chuck D ignited a movement with his politically charged lyrics and remains one of the most influential figures in contemporary music. His fine art has been exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide and is included in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. He is a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the GRAMMY Hall of Fame.
Legends’ Gallery, located at 3318 Washington Ave. is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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