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Saturday, July 25, 2026 · No. 205
Artist Profile

Kase2

Kase2 was a pioneering New York City graffiti writer and a central figure in the development of the hip-hop movement. He is widely recognized for his influential style and his role in the early graffiti culture of the Bronx.

Biography

Born Jeff Brown, Kase2 emerged as a prominent graffiti artist in the Bronx during the 1970s. He became a foundational figure in the city's burgeoning street art scene, gaining notoriety for his technical skill and his contributions to the aesthetic evolution of subway graffiti.

His work is characterized by complex lettering and a distinct visual language that helped define the graffiti movement. As a key participant in the hip-hop culture of the era, his influence extended beyond the visual arts into the broader cultural landscape of New York City.

Kase2 remains a seminal reference point for contemporary artists and curators exploring the intersection of street art and fine art. His legacy continues to be acknowledged in institutional contexts that examine the history of urban expression and its impact on modern visual culture.

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From The Cultural Signal

Arthur Jafa to Curate 'Artist’s Choice' Exhibition at MoMA New York Opening November 2025

Arthur Jafa to Curate 'Artist’s Choice' Exhibition at MoMA New York Opening November 2025

The Museum of Modern Art in New York presents Artist’s Choice: Arthur Jafa—Less Is Morbid from November 19, 2025 to July 05, 2026.

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