MUSIC: Azealia Banks

Azealia Banks is from Harlem, attended LaGuardia High School of Performing Arts (yes, the Fame school.), and performed Off-Broadway as a kid. Listen for her four distinct rapping/singing styles on 212 above. And no, she’s not on Spotify yet as she is still unsigned, recording her first CD, and on tour. (Struggling Artists Fun Fact: Did you know independent artists need over 4 million streams of their song to earn minimum wage based upon Spotify’s compensation model?)

Good Taste: David Shiyang Liu Sets Ira Glass' Words in Motion

Filmmaker David Shiyang Liu has recreated This American Life personality Ira Glass’ compelling thoughts on storytelling in gorgeous typography. Truly inspiring for anyone who has ever struggled to set a dream in motion. Thanks to stated artist, Leigh Righton, for this.

Ira Glass on Storytelling from David Shiyang Liu on Vimeo.

VIDEO: Charles Bergquist's High-Speed Reel 2011

San Diego director, designer, and photographer Charles Bergquist’s gorgeous high-speed video reel is a study in slow-mo artistry.

SITE OF THE DAY: Wooster Collective Celebrates Street Art

The Wooster Collective is a self-proclaimed celebration of street art. Founded in 2001 and named after the SoHo neighborhood, Marc and Sara Schiller’s site showcases street art from all over the world, offering podcasts, music, and interviews with practitioners of the art. It’s a gorgeous collection you’ll want to spend some serious time with.

VIDEO: Kalle Mattson's "Thick As Thieves" Crafts the History of the World

The inventive video for Kalle Mattson’s “Thick As Thieves” recounts the history of the world in arts and crafts. Gorgeous direction and animation from Kevin Parry and a talented crew. When you’re done, be sure to check out the storyboard video that follows.