Episode 5: Breeze Yoko

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Welcome to Artdacity, where we celebrate the bold and boundary-pushing voices of contemporary African art. In this episode, I catch up with the phenomenal Breeze Yoko—muralist, street artist, and global ambassador of African creativity. From his roots in hip-hop and graffiti to his internationally recognized murals, Breeze shares how art can be both a form of resistance and a universal language. We discuss the satire and social commentary in his work, the pressures of “fitting in,” and his mission to bridge African and global art communities. Speaking from London fresh off a residency, he reflects on his journey, the importance of representation, and how travel shapes artistic vision. This is a conversation about movement—physical, cultural, and artistic. Join us as we explore how African street art is taking up space on the world stage.
12 Feb 2025 English South Africa Arts · Leisure

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