The Associated Press checks in on MOCAD's new Holy Hip Hop! exhibit.
Excerpt:
[Acting director Marsha] Miro says there's a connection between the wealth and influence of
kings of the past and today's hip-hop stars, who are seen as royalty in
urban areas. And she sees Detroit, with its diverse population and
strong musical heritage, as an ideal location for "Holy Hip-Hop!"
"They're very important conceptual paintings dealing with the whole idea of hip-hop royalty," Miro said.
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