An unseen, compelling force putting things in motion, holding worlds, and galaxies, together. We’ve been talking about the Constellation and it’s been handy to think of every member as a star, in a couple ways…but Maikoiyo Alley-Barnes, and his role, both in the Constellation and outside of it-in a lot of ways is more akin to a force of gravity. But don’t worry, my co-host Martin Douglas will join us again on our next episode. Unlike what you’ve heard previously on the podcast, we’ll be playing extended, edited portions of conversations between Maikoiyo and myself. On this episode, we’re examining the artistry of Maikoiyo Alley-Barnes, filmmaker, writer, designer, and founding member of the Black Constellation. Through each episode, we’re delving into the story of the Black Constellation – the artist collective that’s transmitted revolutionary sounds, sights, and ideas through space and time. I’m Larry Mizell Jr., DJ and writer here at KEXP, and your guide in this podcast. LARRY: Welcome back to Fresh Off The Spaceship. And I have no problem with product, but there's a difference. MAIKOIYO: This is to say nothing of intention, but to put that much thought into a desired result. Listen to a playlist of music from the episode and read the transcript below. Thank you to Beverly Glenn-Copeland, KMRU, Laraaji, Nailah Hunter, Niecy Blues, Noel Brass Jr., Shabazz Palaces, Space Afrika, and Yves Tumor for lending their music to this episode. hosts an extended conversation with Alley-Barnes. The two discuss not just Alley-Barnes’ work, but the pivotal art and community work of his parents, the engine of erasure that resounds throughout Seattle, and grander ideas around attribution, continuum, and authenticity. If every member of the Black Constellation is a star, Alley-Barnes is akin to gravity – an unseen force putting pieces into motion and holding disparate artistic worlds together.
He’s also directed music videos and short films for Shabazz Palaces, THEESatisfaction, and Porter Ray.
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His work has been shown at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Museum National History in New York, and the Frye Art Museum in Seattle – including a series of exhibitions in collaboration with several members of the Constellation.
Maikoiyo Alley-Barnes is a multi-disciplinary artist – a filmmaker, writer, designer, and founding member of the Black Constellation.
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