On ya side with Mars Jackson - D.S Kinsel Artist's Talk
“On ya side on Saturday” read the text which included a link to his artist talk on the North Side of Pittsburgh at City Books, I replied “I’m there bro”.
Tucked off on Galveston Avenue, City Books is a small, independent bookstore that moved to the North Side around 5 years ago. The owner Arlan Hess, conducted the artist talk with Kinsel. She asked a series of question about the artist’s background, upbringing, and what inspired his style. Kinsel who I often look up to as a mentor, is an award-winning creative entrepreneur and cultural agitator. Kinsel is also the co-owner of BOOM Concepts, a creative hub dedicated to the advancement of black and brown artists representing marginalized communities located in Garfield. To be honest, D.S is somebody who you may want to tap in with when you’re in the city of Pittsburgh on many levels, especially when it comes to community.
During the artist talk he explained the cultural differences many black men and women face in Pittsburgh. Including stories of his own parents’ journey, which struck a conversation with one participant in the audience. As Kinsel explained to the participant as well as the rest of diverse group, you must listen with open ears to what black people in the city of Pittsburgh are telling you from their OWN experiences. Something you can strongly see from Kinsel’s art.
Totems, Sacrements, & Shrines by D.S. Kinsel, will run until February 29th in the IAMB Gallery. The exhibition (and accompanying book) features photographs documenting Kinsel’s street art practice of creating temporary unsanctioned sculptures/installations of public art in urban settings. You can purchase the book from City Books or Boom Concepts.
Go Explore, get uncomfortable, and learn something new.
- Mars Jackson
To find out more about this event please visit: https://citybookspgh.com/kinseltalk/
A Conversation Between Mars Jackson & PK Delay
Mars Jackson and PK Delay sat down shortly after the new year to chat about the trails and tribulations of having to produce a song every day for 365 days straight. Mars sat to interview PK and Mr. 365 had all the answers.
What were the pro's and cons to making a song a day?
Pros to song a day were working my mind daily. It’s like hitting the gym or putting up shots everyday if you’re a basketball player. Getting ya exercise in was good. Venting every day felt good. I used some of the songs as a daily journal. Cons were remembering and making time to drop songs.
What was the hardest thing you had to deal with in life up til this point?
Hardest thing to deal with is being in my head a lot and taking things too serious.
When somebody says Pittsburgh Hip Hop or Music what is the first thing that comes to mind for you?
Pittsburgh music ... I think raw talent. Originality.
How do you separate yourself from other artists?
My vulnerability separates me from other artists.. .I really don’t give a fuck.
How did your grandfather impact your your life ? And what’s some advice you still hold from him til this day?
My grandfather instilled work into us. To keep it going.
The rest of the conversation were first thing comes to mind style questions…
Major Label
Fuck em. If it’s beneficial for ya situation do what you need. Get a lawyer & read paper work.
Lil B
Legend. Changed the rap game.
Bussem Black
Love. My brother. Part of who I am today.
AEW or WWE
AEW right now , WWE forever.
NBA 2k
2k I’m the best at it.
Joel
Joel. Love. My brother. Keep me sane.
