Berlin’s Graffiti Street Art: How it all began?

Berlin is one of the most historical, moving cities ever known and is also referred to as ‘the mecca of the urban art world’. From every subway station, downtown alley and the occasional building site, there is some unique form of inspirational masterpieces left in the public’s eye. All over Germany, street art is seen more than just a brush stroke or a piece of stencil markings, it’s now a apart of their cultural society that’s highly embraced by many locals and upcoming artists, expressing their true beliefs, common interests and social past events. UNESCO, a specialized agency of the United Nations named Berlin as a ‘City of Design’. A few people doubted that the thriving street art scene was partly responsible. Local businesses and even local authorities hired artists to paint murals on the fronts of their buildings.

 But what started this generation of art work?

Looking back at the early 60’s when the Berlin wall was first built, it was located right in the heart of Berlin and created the division between West Berlin and East Germany from 1961 to 1989 and the symbolic boundary between democracy and Communism during the Cold War. The wall stretched for miles, on the top filled with barb wires and painted only in the basic colours of white and grey. However, some looked at this negative segment as a golden opportunity that led to a monument of vast inspiration. People on the Western side of the Berlin wall, known as ‘West Berliners’ had looked at this wall merely as a large, blank canvas needed to be painted. 

 What affect does it have on Germany today?

Since the downfall of the Berlin wall in 1989, Artists made a pact with East Germans and took to the streets of Mitte, Friedrichshain, Prenzlauer Berg where a whole a new level of creativity was born. Drawings of cartoon characters jumping with joy, other type of artwork bright and colourful collages of children and famous landmarks from other countries symbolising freedom. Even now, the Berlin wall has a major impact of the people today. It’s known to be one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world, with the Streets now flooded with graffiti and stencil art, it’s probably one of Germany’s most infectious hobbies. For decades, the Graffiti Art in Alexander Platz, Bernauer Straße and other well-known towns are extremely popular with the tourists and described as ‘never before seen in cities’ by the amount of art awaiting around each corners.

If you're interested in Graffiti Art, here's some artist from Berlin you might want to look at!

Click here to view art work from Artist 'XOOOOX'

Click here to view art work from artist 'Mein Lieber'.

Amanda Knox soon to be known as 'Foxy KnoXXXy'

It's been announced that Amanda Knox, 26 has been offered a whopping 20,000 on a role starring in 'an adult film'.  Her name returned to the headlines after concluding the court’s decision over the 'Meredith Kercher case'. On Jan, Knox and ex-boyfriend Raffaele Sollectio were convicted for the death of Student Meredith Kercher in Perugia, Italy. After being on appeal for two years, Knox may feel she has another calling, a sexy one at that. A California porn company wants to turn Amanda Knox into 'Foxy KnoXXXy'. Company founder Michael Kulich wrote: 'As you may have read, and were most likely well aware of, the general consensus is you are absolutely hot'. Now, don't get me wrong, she is an attractive lady but I wouldn't go as far to call her hot. And NO I'm not a hater that in itself is childish and takes up too much time, effort and energy.  But considering this woman has just cleared her name with allegedly committing murder why jump on the porn wagon. Maybe you that commotion of her being potentially the killer was a 'turn on' for some who knows.

But let me know what you think. Do you think it's too soon for her to star in movies? Or should she lay low for a while? You tell me! For more updates on stories follow me on twitter @Khadz22 

HOT, steamy Gossip from Taylor Momsen

Taylor Momsen has been topping the headlines of today's newspaper of her deepest confessions regarding her sexuality issues. She spoke to the press openly admitting that she used to wear sleazy stripper shoes and corsets to help her evolve' even as a child! I loved how she justified it as to help her 'evolve' simply to hide the fact that this approach is definitely abnormal. I would think it was called being a brat; creating this publicity stunt and then having the decency to moan that half of the men population wants a piece of that A**. I think I like her more as an actress, especially in Gossip girl. Anyways, swiftly moving on, the pretty reckless singer stated that as a child, she has been experimenting with her sexuality by changing her image by dressing in a provocative manner, wearing only but corsets, make-up and heels. She said: I was a kid, and everyone found it quite shocking because I was so young'. Well, duh could you blame them? You should be playing with barbies not trying to be barbie's older/ sluttier sister.

The singer then caused yet another scene after recently releasing her latest album 'Going To Hell' which has a very vivid picture of the star naked with a large black cross painted on her back. But despite all the uproar and negative comments being thrown around, Momsen doesn't seem that bothered by it. She made a comment saying: 'I really don't give a s***-every-one's entitled to their opinion'. Here we go yet another duplicate of the much loved by the press, Miley Cyrus. The pretty reckless will be performing at the Download Festival in Donington Park, England in Leicestershire from June 13-15, alongside other big names such as: Aerosmith and Fall out boy.

Love is in the air! or is that just gas?

It's that time of year which we all love or hate. Like Marmite! which is definitely hate, along with half of the population. Where was I again? Oh right! Love is beautiful thing that comes in all different shapes in sizes, whether it's friends, family and all-time lovers. Valentine's Day reinforces that affection to show how much we care about one another. But is it just a little over-rated? with all the adverts constantly on repeat or is it that just straight up 'hater talk'? Having no one to spend it with, every year. Either way February 14th is just round the corner and it's not going anywhere. My take of the situation believe it or not is very neutral for a single person. It's just another day of the year in which I do find quite sweet, but not going to go crazy looking for a man just to live up the holiday's expectation. It's just stupid! Sorry fellas who are reading this, but I need to talk to the ladies for a minute. Have any of you single ladies out there been pressured by any of your home girls to find a man for Valentine's day? I know I have and it just drives me insane. Now, I'm not saying I'm cool living without no man around because hey! a girl got her needs and it's nice to share your life with someone. But call me old school when  say Ii would prefer the meaning of the word 'Love' to take nature's course.

And that's my personal rant over, I hope you all enjoy Valentine's day whether you've got somebody or not.
But for those single ladies out there let's just embrace our 'singledom' and shake our booties just like what Queen BEY taught us! You shake it girl!

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Wireless Festival, one of UK's biggest summer fests

The Wireless festival is back in biz! Tickets for the festival of a lifetime has started selling like hotcakes this morning. It's hosted in Finsbury Park, North London from July 2014. This year they have the hottest line-ups for that open-air experience. First lined-up on Friday, we have the talented Kanye West with special guest from Fabulous Pharrell Williams. Other opening acts include: Basement Jaxx, Iggy Azalea and other great artists.

Kicking things off on Saturday, we have American rapper Dizzy Drake himself performing his latest chart-stoppers of last year 'Hold on we're going home' and 'Versace' and might surprise his fans with some old school favorites. With special guest from Rudimental, Wiz Khalifa, Azealia Banks and many more! Finally, wrapping up the three day extravaganza none other than the lovable Bruno Mars! Featuring a special appearance from Outkast, Ellie Goulding, John Newman an loads more! I don't know about you folks but this by far happens to be the best match-up of artists for this summer fest. You'll can definitely count on me showing my face for one event in the park if not all three!

Click here for more information on the Wireless Festival and how you can get your tickets!

Watch below of the highlights of the Wireless Festival 2013!

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New Upcoming Music videos

Jennifer Hudson - I can't Describe (The Way I Feel) Featuring T.I.

The remarkable Grammy-award singer Jennifer Hudson is back in biz and not turning back. She's releasing her new single 'I Can't Describe (The Way I Feel)' featuring old school rapper T.I. With the help of successful 'happy' singer Pharrell,  we can only except good things from this video. Jennifer giving it her all and working her newly shaped figure of hers; rocking the dark shades and bright red lipstick, along with her cut-short hairstyle which captures more of her flawless face. The video is so simple yet sums up the beautifully talented woman known as Jennifer Hudson. Watch out Bey, you've got some competition coming your way. 

Have a listen to her new single below:

Disclosure ft Mary J Blige- 'F for You'

Now here's a collaboration I didn't see coming, but I got to say it's definitely works. The upbeat/contagious beat of house music produced by none other than 'Best of the British sound', Disclosure. So far it's been a good year for the two brothers, after their previous release of their forth single from the duo's debut album 'Settle' and being nominated for four BRIT Awards including 'Best Album' and 'Best single'. But despite all of that, they managed to get a hook up with rightful owner of R&B, legendary singer Mary J Blige. Disclosure's video starts off with their iconic 'stencils over the face' of MJB and their own, along with pop-up lyrics of the song. It's already onto a flying start to hitting the UK charts. 

Take a look at the video below:

Angel ft Tally- 'Scared'

British rapper Angel, decided to drop a new music video release for his single 'Scared' featuring Tally. This enjoyable slow jam is based in London's China town influenced by his roller-coaster of a journey he's experienced through his music career as well as his personal life. Tally, jumps on the track with his 'sensational lyrics' that gives the video that extra boost. 'Scared' is the second video Angel's dropped this month, with the visuals to his single 'Us' that was previously being shown a couple of weeks ago and will officially be released on February 3rd.

 

Lil Wayne, Birdman and Euro- 'We Alright'

The moment we've all been waiting for, Young Money featuring legendary leaders of the group Lil Wayne and Birdman, announces their new release of their track for this month featuring up-coming new rapper Euro who doesn't hold back on this rapping abilities and is already known to have 'a powerful/lyrical flow'. The follow up to their previous album 'We are Young Money' is due for a march 11th due date. Their single 'We alright is meant to be acting as their first single to the released from the album. As Young Money fans, we're expecting this Album to be dope! Let's hope they don't disappoint. 

Have a listen to their single 'We Alright' below:

Other NEW releases:

• Rick Ross puts a twist on Lorde's Royal song

• Tinie Tempah takes a 'Jump' at his new single 

• Azealia and Busta Rhymes does a Remix of Bey's 'partition' 

Sources of Info: Capital Xtra

For any more music updates head to Capital Xtra or follow them @CapitalXtra 

Katy B's New Album Release

Katy B has her new Album ‘Little Red’ released this Month. The British '5am' singer told sources that: The Album has meaningful connections along with the usual club-friendly bangers that we’re used to. Her other hit single that made UK charts was 'Lights on' featuring Ms Dynamite back in 2009 It’s safe to say that the 24-year-old is definitely ‘upped her game’ since her last release of her album in 2011 ‘Katy on a mission’ focusing on her hectic party lifestyle. The singer is now adding tracks accessorised with repetitious soul shouts and samples had a meditative allure, but they lacked the blissful escapism that real songs.

Here's one of Katy B's most memorable songs 'Lights on' Enjoy!

Source of info: MTV UK