Episode 19 of our Podcast presented by Modelo is out now featuring Niels “SHOE” Meulman. In this episode we sit down with graffiti writer SHOE, out of Amsterdam, a Dutch graffiti pioneer who helped redefine the art of lettering. Starting as a graffiti writer in Amsterdam in 1979, Shoe went on to bridge the worlds of graffiti, graphic design, and fine art. In 2007, he coined the term Calligraffiti, fusing the fluid movement of calligraphy with the raw energy of graffiti. From the streets to the gallery, Shoe continues to push letters beyond writing and into fine art.
Tune in as he shares rare stories from the early days of the movement, his influences, books, and his studio work. Whether you're a graffiti head or just discovering the culture, this conversation is a deep dive you won't want to miss. Out now on Youtube and Spotify. See his work and experience the story of graffiti at the Museum of Graffiti.
"Bodega Bop" marks the long-awaited collaborative comeback of Showoff crew lyricist REKS (Rhythmatic Eternal King) and powerhouse producer Hazardis Soundz—their first major reunion since their critically acclaimed 2014 joint album, Eyes Watching God. The two originally connected in Miramar, FL, where Hazardis is based and where their debut joint project was born. Known for his pristine sonic engineering on the top-rated podcast Drink Champs (featuring N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN), Hazardis Soundz delivers a cinematic, hard-hitting beat while Lawrence, MA’s own REKS sets the tone with a heavy-hitting opening verse and hook. Queensbridge royalty Capone (of the legendary duo Capone-N-Noreaga / CNN) steps up to lock down the second verse with classic, unfiltered street poetry.
Visuals are brought to life by one of the culture's most sought-after visionary directors, the in-demand Queen Philosophical, who captures the raw, authentic energy of pure East Coast hip hop.
The single and video are available first directly through the artists' official websites—hazardissoundz.com and iamreks.hiphop.
