Birmingham Mural Celebrates Black Young Icons

Shining a spotlight on the future of Birmingham's creative scene with a historic mural at Digbeth music venue, Suki10C

Suki10C Mural by Punch RecordsPunch Records

Suki10C is a unique music venue situated in Birmingham’s creative quarter, Digbeth. The venue itself is described as unpretentious and intimate with an unparalleled diversity of music.

Suki10C Mural by Punch RecordsPunch Records

As a part of BASS Festival 2019’s ‘Future’ theme, curators Aliyah Hasinah and Rtkal worked with graffiti artist; Gent48 to create the mural

Aliyah Hasinah says "We wanted to look forward and maintain a sharp focus on the creative artists that are pushing boundaries"

Suki10C Mural by Punch RecordsPunch Records

The mural is a colourful piece filled with the faces of 22 Black future icons including: T-Roadz, Leon Edwards, Jacob Banks, Jorja Smith, Truemendous, Xhosa Cole and Daniel Alexander.

Suki10C MuralPunch Records

In addition, Alexandria Chantiluke, Amahra Spence, Cherrelle Skeete, Dapz on the Map, Darren Harriot, Despa, Knox Brown, Lady Sanity, Liz Pemberton, Mellow, Muna Ruumi, DJ Mystry, Romderful, Suriya Aisha and Swifta Beater.

Suki10C Mural by Punch RecordsPunch Records

The mural aims to spotlight the hardworking and talented young people working in music, art and fashion across the city. The main focus was the creative scene, with day to day creatives at the centre, alongside those who were famous and representing the city.

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Suki10C Mural by Punch RecordsPunch Records

Largest permanent mural in Birmingham

The mural displays a total number of 22 future icons & influencers of music and culture

You can visit Suki10C, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 5PJ to see the artwork


For more information about the Mural visit: https://www.wearepunch.co.uk/bass-2019

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