The Cornerstore

Kevin Coval

On The Cornerstore, Author Kevin Coval celebrates the ingenuity of the city of Chicago — and whoever and whatever else comes their way. Each week, hear authentic and lively conversations as he dives deep into the artistic process and methodology of rappers, muralists, chefs, brand managers, tastemakers, and more.

  1. Navarro | Loop Theory, being a bilingual lyricist, and more

    02/03/2021

    Navarro | Loop Theory, being a bilingual lyricist, and more

    The Cornerstore spoke with Emcee and Artist Manager Navarro about his name change from Scheme to Navarro and being a bilingual lyricist; the creation of Loop Theory; and much more.

    47 min
  2. Vivian Le | Anime and it's influence on her artistic style, enjoying the separation of having a 9-5 and her creative process

    23/02/2021

    Vivian Le | Anime and it's influence on her artistic style, enjoying the separation of having a 9-5 and her creative process

    The Cornerstore spoke with Painter and Visual Artist Vivian Le  about the role cartoons and anime has played into her artistic style, her first experiences working with galleries, and enjoying the separation of art and working a 9-5.

    32 min
  3. Monique Meloche | The Monique Meloche Gallery and the current state of the art market

    16/02/2021

    Monique Meloche | The Monique Meloche Gallery and the current state of the art market

    The Cornerstore spoke with Monique Meloche about The Monique Meloche Gallery and the practices they plan to continue post-pandemic; the strength of the contemporary art market; and much more.

    35 min
  4. Demetrius Amparan | Surveillance Alert; Being a girl-dad; The loss of his father, Edward; and more

    09/02/2021

    Demetrius Amparan | Surveillance Alert; Being a girl-dad; The loss of his father, Edward; and more

    The Cornerstore spoke with Demetrius Amparan about his latest project, "Surveillance Alert", and all of the works he's recently dropped including music videos for "Real" + "Say Something". Demetrius also talks about being a girl-dad; the recent loss of his father, Edward, and The Edward Amparan “DREAM REAL BIG” Essay Contest that is launching in his honor; and much more. Surveillance Alert will be available EVERYWHERE February 12th & The Edward Amparan “DREAM REAL BIG” Essay Contest launches February 15th for 7th + 8th grade students at Henderson Elementary. Learn More HERE!

    33 min
  5. Felicia Rose Chavez | The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop: How to Decolonize the Creative Classroom

    02/02/2021

    Felicia Rose Chavez | The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop: How to Decolonize the Creative Classroom

    The Cornerstore spoke with Felicia Rose Chavez about her debut book "The Anti-Racist Writing Workshop: How to Decolonize the Creative Classroom"; her journey with becoming an educator; and much more.

    37 min
  6. Kathy Iandoli | The importance of centering women; writing "Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah"; and more

    26/01/2021

    Kathy Iandoli | The importance of centering women; writing "Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah"; and more

    The Cornerstore spoke with Author Kathy Iandoli about continuously ensuring women are at the center of her writings; writing the definitive biography of Aaliyah titled "Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah"; and shares stories about the early beginnings of her career.

    35 min
  7. Arrington Porter | Disney Pixar's SOUL, the power of social media, and more

    19/01/2021

    Arrington Porter | Disney Pixar's SOUL, the power of social media, and more

    The Cornerstore spoke with Visual Artist and Musician Arrington Porter about his recent work with Disney Pixar for the movie SOUL, the power of social media and having his work go viral several times, and what he has in the works musically and visually.

    31 min
  8. Chris Silva | Being a mixed-media artist, keeping art adventurous, and more

    12/01/2021

    Chris Silva | Being a mixed-media artist, keeping art adventurous, and more

    The Cornerstore spoke with Mixed-Media Artist Chris Silva about the many disciplines he specializes in; the importance of the graffiti and skateboard scenes in his creation process throughout the years; and the constant goal of keeping art adventurous.

    39 min
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About

On The Cornerstore, Author Kevin Coval celebrates the ingenuity of the city of Chicago — and whoever and whatever else comes their way. Each week, hear authentic and lively conversations as he dives deep into the artistic process and methodology of rappers, muralists, chefs, brand managers, tastemakers, and more.

Information

  • Creator
    Kevin Coval
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2021
  • Episodes
    138
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kevin Coval
  • Show Website
    The Cornerstore