Sponsored by: Hubbs Center – Adult Basic Education – On the Radar host Damenica Ellis sits down with iLLism duo Emanuel and Fancy to discuss their journey from solo artists to community builders, the Legacy Building, the Creative Freedom Fund and what is coming next including Soul of the Southside and Fancy’s debut children’s book.
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iLLism: The South Minneapolis Duo Building a Creative Legacy
Twin Cities hip-hop duo iLLism, consisting of husband-and-wife creators Fancy and Emmanuel Duncan, have evolved from a successful musical act into powerful community builders. Through CRWN Media, the Legacy Building, and the Soul of the Southside festival, they are actively rewriting the narrative for local creatives.
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A Night of Creativity and Connection: The Legacy Building Open House
The Legacy Building, a vibrant hub for local Black creatives in South Minneapolis, is hosting its highly anticipated Open House on February 19, 2025, featuring a live jam session, creative activities, and the launch of the Creative Freedom Fund, an initiative designed to empower local creatives.
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VIDEO: The Legacy Building opens its doors in South Minneapolis
‘I’m excited to just see a new Black-owned organization that’s going to uplift and energize some of the creativity that we see in the city.’
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Black Business Spotlight: The Legacy Building
Known musically as iLLism, the duo recently expanded their horizons by launching a creative space for the community. It opens June 17.