Skepta and Other Legendary Grime MCs Become British Noblemen For Special Tate Britain Exhibit

British artist Reuben Dangoor paints portraits of legendary grime MCs as British noblemen for a special exhibit at the Tate Britain.

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The Tate Britain is honoring a few of grime's greatest MCs with a special exhibition of "Legends of the Scene," a series of paintings by British artist Reuben Dangoor. Dangoor chose to focus on some of the most influential artists who have helped shape the sound and culture of grime throughout the years. Skepta, Stormzy, Dizzee Rascal, D Double E, and Wiley all appear depicted as lavish-living British noblemen, while still rocking track suits and sneakers. 

The exhibition is part of an ongoing series at the gallery called "Late at Tate." For this newest installment, the focus is set on celebrity and how art has displayed status throughout history.

Keeping with the theme of the exhibition, Dangoor mentions on his personal website that he "Love[s] the fact that garage and grime are finally getting the love it deserves," so he "Felt like [he] wanted to honor some of the legends of the scene in a historical way." 

If you find yourself in London, make sure to check the exhibition out in person while you can. If not, check out the full series below. 

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