The Brooklyn Museum Introduces New Advice Column, "Dear Ms. Lonely Arts"

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Calling all lovers (of anything)!  The holiday season can be a bittersweet time for most.  Shorter days, colder weather (depending on your location), sorrow, reflections of the year... what have you accomplished?  what have you not?  and so forth.  The new advice column from the Brooklyn Museum couldn't have come had a better time.  A time where people need it the most.

"Dear Ms. Lonely Arts" offers sanctuary and community to those seeking advice.  Here's how it works:

HEAT: Tyler, the Creator's GOLF WANG x NFL Collab Has Arrived

The GOLF WANG x NFL Merch Collab has arrived and my... is it FIRE!  The collection highlights 7 NFL Teams to include the Carolina Panthers, Dallas Cowboys, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles, and San Francisco 49ers.  It extends through several pieces.  Hot Dog Holders, Keychains, Coasters, Necklaces, Crossbody Bags, Socks, Polos, T-Shirts, Varsity Jackets, Bomber Jackets, Hoodies, Sweaters, and Hats.  Thee absolute works. 

Film to Theatre: Jason's Lyric - Live on Stage

 Je'Caryous Johnson is back with another live adaptation of a classic black film.  Jason's Lyric Live! features the reprise of Allen Payne in his role of Jason as well as Treach as his role of Alonzo.  

Time Warp... 1999 : Unleash The Dragon | Sisqo

Circa 1999.

I remember seeing this video once before, only to never see it air again.  I recall the ''script', but not the Tatyana Ali cameo.  Thank God for the internet right?  Beanie Sigel is on the album version, but not featured in this video version.  Make it Hot and Da Kidd have their verses laced instead.  I got this album for Christmas that year and played it OD.  Even then, it was an undeniable classic debut and has aged even better.  Not the video though.

Tired of holdin' back

I'm about to let the drag attack

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{Book Alert} Assouline's "The Book of Hov: A Tribute to Jay-Z"

In 2023, The Book of Hov immersive exhibit took over the Brooklyn Public Library (drawing over 600,000 visitors) with a groundbreaking honor to celebrate the multifaceted Icon and Legend... Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter.  Luxury book brand, Assouline, has transformed the unforgettable exhibit into a physical book form. 

"The Book of Hov: A Tribute to Jay-Z" is materialized in Classic and Ultimate editions.  The Classic is organized into eight chapters showcasing Hov's artistry, lyrics, entreprenuership, activism, and overall cultural impact.  

The Moncler x Willow Smith Collab Has Arrived

Moncler releases a new art of genius collection with Willow Smith.  It specifically themes around 'a post-apocalyptic garden where humans and nature can exist in harmony'.   

The pieces air a sense of 'metropolitan armor' through standout outerwear, jackets, boots, t-shirts and more.

Kelis Releases a Children's Book "Seven Wonders of Africa"

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Kelis has started a new company titled, Make It Brown.  Its first release is the "Seven Wonders of Africa" children's book, written by Kelis herself.  The story was inspired by Kelis' personal journey with her family throughout Africa this year; seeing and appreciating all that the continent has to offer.  Her 'Make It Brown' company aims to provide characters and stories about places and adventures that our children can see themselves represented in.  "Seven Wonders of Africa" introduces the world to... 

Abel Sabbath Brown.

Fear of God Teams Up with the WNBA and NBA for New Collection

Jerry Lorenzo's Fear of God fashion house has inked a multiyear partnership with the WNBA and NBA aspiring to create a new industry space that fills the demand for fan merchandise.  Staying true to their signature style, the first installment features apparel of franchises across both leagues to include the Boston Celtics, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Sky, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Sparks, Miami Heat, New York Knicks, and New York Liberty.