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AFROPUNK ATLANTA ANNOUNCES ARTIST LINE UP
SEPTEMBER 25 & 26
AFROPUNK returns to ATLANTA for the annual global festival taking place at the Atlantic Station Pinnacle this September 25th & 26th. The lineup for the weekend-long, annual celebration, includes headlining acts such as Wale & The Ppl, a LIVE band bringing DC’s “go-go” party to the ATL, Smino, Rico Nasty, Dungeon Family’s KP The Great & Friends and features acts like Tems who will perform for the first time in the US, Fousheé, Serpentwithfeet, Tkay Maidza, Amindi, Liv.e, Lesibu Grand, Hollow Sinatra and many more.
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AFROPUNK’S TOP FIVE VIDEO PLAYLIST
As the month of July is coming to an end, we have taken time to reflect on some of the videos and songs that caught our attention during this month. The list features artists like Fousheé who is also performing at AFROPUNK Atlanta, Cruza, and many other artists that have set the benchmark for music coming later this year. Here are our top five music videos for the month of July.
BLVCK HIPPIE’S “TECHNICOLOR” IS PURE INDIE ROCK POETRY
Blvck Hippie's Josh Shaw showcases an undeniable talent for capturing translating emotional vulnerability into off-kilter indie rock hooks on the new "Technicolor"
THE FASHION STATEMENTS AT AFROPUNK TO INSPIRE YOU AHEAD OF AFROPUNK ATLANTA IN SEPTEMBER
Over the years if you’ve attended AFROPUNK Festivals, it’s hard to ignore the vibrancy and uniqueness of the fashion. Unlike many other festivals, AFROPUNK has created a space of safety and freedom of expression, allowing festival-goers to be themselves unapologetically.
Fashion at AFROPUNK Festivals is not driven by the desire to outdress, but rather to inspire and set a statement for what individuals believe in. As we prepare for AFROPUNK ATLANTA, let’s take a look at some fashion moments to inspire everyone attending the festival this year. Images by Braylen Dion and Anthony Truth Gary.
EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE! YOLA’S “DANCING AWAY IN TEARS” IS A DANCEFLOOR EPIPHANY
When you’ve got a voice like Yola’s, you can do whatever you want. That’s just a fact. While there’s always been a retro tinge to her music, on her latest “Dancing Away In Tears,” Yola transforms herself into a full-on disco queen in the best way. It’s the exact right mix of bittersweet vocals, giant organic production, and an ineffable beat that’s destined to keep you moving through the heartbreak.
SHINING THE SPOTLIGHT ON ATLANTA’S BLACK BUSINESS HUB, BLACKLANTA
In Atlanta there's a young organization known as BLACKLANTA, founded by Raven Strode in 2019. Blacklanta is an online platform that elevates the presence and positioning of black owners and their fantastic innovations, companies, and brands, as well as provides incredible job opportunities for everyone interested.
SAMURAI SHOTGUN’S “NEO TOKYO” IS 3 MINUTES OF PURE ENERGY AND BLISS
A 3 minute ode to anime, video games, and the giant robots that make life worth living, frontman Mateo turns in what may be the most unabashedly joyful hook in the history of post-hardcore.
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