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“Very Artistical” is a blog that features the cool and complicated stuff in progressive culture. We’ll touch on music, art, photography, film, books, and even how race
is often laying in the cut, informing most of it all. Lots to discuss. Share your thoughts in the comments section.

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Slideshow: Geometric Graffiti by Italy's CT

Slideshow: Geometric Graffiti by Italy’s CT

This street artist chooses to brand himself in a way that well, looks like a brand logo. Modern, minimalist and effective.
WATCH: New Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings video, "If You Call"

WATCH: New Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings video, “If You Call”

Nothing seems fragile about her. Yet Ms. Jones' songs of heartache sound so personal that you realize she's in touch with her feelings. But hey, what's in that purse?
Remembering Jimi Hendrix

Remembering Jimi Hendrix

September marks the 40th anniversary month of guitar god Jimi Hendrix's death on Sept. 18, 1970. There are a boatload of events, books, reissued music and photos devoted to his legacy.
CLASSIC MATERIAL: Cassandra Wilson — "Until" Video

CLASSIC MATERIAL: Cassandra Wilson — “Until” Video

Track #9 from the Grammy-winning 1996 album New Moon Daughter. The following video is simply beautiful.
"Trespass: A History of Uncommissioned Urban Art"

“Trespass: A History of Uncommissioned Urban Art”

A comprehensive survey of the work from some 150 artists including Keith Haring, Barry McGee, Shepard Fairey and Os Gemeos.
WATCH: New music from The Bug and Hitomi, "Catch A Fire"

WATCH: New music from The Bug and Hitomi, “Catch A Fire”

Two-thirds of King Midas Sound reunite for a new single set to be released in November.
WATCH: Pelada, New Street Soccer Doc Screens in NYC

WATCH: Pelada, New Street Soccer Doc Screens in NYC

Four Americans. 25 countries. 6 months. A compelling look at the people and politics that make soccer the world's game. Peep the trailer. Plus: Answer a poll question.
WATCH: Quadron celebrates MJ, Bilal reinterprets Bob Marley

WATCH: Quadron celebrates MJ, Bilal reinterprets Bob Marley

The Danish duo make "Baby Be Mine" their own, and "Is This Love" gets a mighty soulful overhaul.
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