As artists coming up in New York City, the three elements that inspired and defined our crew’s wild youthful years are represented in our logo: 2’ (Kicks-street style) + 12” (Vinyl-music) = 212 (NYC as muse). In the streets, on the courts and at the clubs all three elements were with us in some form. Paths of Rhythm is a show about being a creative person in NYC.

A portion of all proceeds from this show will go to Art for Progress, a 501©3 non profit arts organization. Art For Progress’ Arts Education Community provides underserved youth with dynamic artistic programming that promotes reflection and self-expression.

During the opening reception on Wednesday, August 3, 2011, 7-10pm there will be The World Famous Ricky Powell Slide Show and dj sets by: Steven Lewis, Shorty, Stretch Armstrong, Gatto, DJ Small Change, Sal Principato (Liquid Liquid), and John “Bloodclot” Joseph (Cro-Mags)

Participating Artists: BAST, Marcus Burrowes, Conrad Carlson, Tony Chan, Chino, Daze, Harry Druzd, Cheryl Dunn, Tristan Eaton, Savior Elmundo, Shauna Figueroa, Leo Fitzpatrick, Donald Gajadhar. Hugh Gran, Giannina Gutierrez, Charles Hardwick, Eric Haze, Todd James, Kinjal Mitra, John Perry, Ricky Powell, Dr. Revolt, Michelle Reyes, Christophe Roberts, Judi Rosen, Senz, Chris (Rage) Sherritt, Meryl Smith, Spam, Judith Supine, Joshua Wildman, Nick Zinner, and more.

“Paths of Rhythm,” Curated by Rob Aloia, Brent Bartley, Frankie Cedeno, Erik Foss and Ricky Powell runs August 3 through August 17, 2011 at Fuse Gallery, 93 2nd Ave (between 5th & 6th Sts, 2nd Ave stop on the F), NYC, NY. The opening reception, on Wednesday, August 3rd, from 7 to 10 pm, is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Fuse Gallery at 212.777.7988 or [email protected]