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‘A cauldron of people with their tops off!’ Goldie, Estelle, Courtney Pine, Flo and more pick great moments in Black British music

Prominent figures in Black British music, including Goldie, Estelle, and Dennis Bovell, reflect on iconic photographs and visual artifacts that define the history of their genre. The article highlights specific works such as Eddie Otchere’s portrait of drum and bass pioneers Kemistry and Storm, Janette Beckman’s photography of Slick Rick, and Adrian Boot’s documentation of the Race Today offices in Brixton.

design fashion black bourgeois aesthetic rob franklin

The article is a personal essay by a writer reflecting on the play "Purpose" and its depiction of a Black political family's home, which triggers memories of his own childhood in the Morehouse College president's residence. He observes a recent surge in popular culture's portrayal of Black bourgeois aesthetics, citing examples like the Met Gala exhibition "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," Ralph Lauren's Oak Bluffs collection, and the HBO series "And Just Like That…" with its focus on the Todd Wexley family's art-filled apartment.

Why is the Museum of Fine Arts Boston putting hot dogs into famous historical paintings?

The Museum of Fine Arts Boston has launched a playful social media campaign inserting hot dogs into famous historical paintings from its collection. The initiative aims to engage younger audiences by juxtaposing a modern, everyday food item with classic artworks, creating humorous and shareable content.