HYCIDE

HYCIDE XPANSE [arts axis] “The opening of XPANSE marks the maturation of HYCIDE. It marks a shift in space and a shift in consciousness,” said Akintola Hanif [@hycide_hyze ]. “Mindfulness and meditation are big part of who I am. They have helped me ground myself and revived my spiritual foundation. This has afforded me the clarity to focus on my creative expressions. I’m looking forward to helping like minds discover and cultivate alternative career paths; similar to what I have done for myself.” video by @plusable_pr

RESISTING WHITE SUPREMACY 🏴🏴 HYCIDE: The Black & White Book Launch Party and Exhibition [video recap] at the @newarkmuseumart in partnership with @newarkarts powered by @prudential [game over] HYCIDE OVER EVERYTHING #hycide @hycide hycide.com #TheOtherSideOfFearIsFREEDOM #HYCIDAL #HYZE 2024

HYCIDE XPANSE [arts axis] [6.27.25] full opening night recap 🎥 x @abutta492

“The artist’s role is to raise the consciousness of the people. To make them understand life, the world and themselves more completely. “ - Amiri Baraka Recap video [pt 2] from our introductory wellness event THE ARTIST’S ROLE [self-care sessions] curated by Akintola Hanif featuring chair yoga facilitated by @ubastisanctuary , Guided Sound Bath Meditations by @iambyhaze and gentle yoga and meditation with @livenlove_yoga . The event also featured performances by spoken word artist @tehsuanglover , singer/songwriter @euphony.i.am , lyricist/rapper @cyphtwo , and @cityofnewarknj Poet Laureate @bestthingcreated With vegan & plant based catering by @garbondzo , fresh cold pressed juices by @sproutsjuice and 10-minute complimentary massages provided by @probodymassage 🎥 x @blazeglorious @hycide_xpanse is offering FREE yoga and meditation classes facilitated by certified yoga instructor Nyota David @livenlove_yoga on Saturdays from 1pm-2pm [10/25-11/22], Participants will be guided through breath and movement to help reduce stress, improve flexibility, and promote mental clarity. Yoga mats provided. Space is limited. RSVP required. Link in bio.

L.O.E [love over everything] on 10.11.25 [HY brother] @moruf88 had a private listening session for his upcoming album at @hycide_xpanse it was nothing but love & good vibes [W/ NO SOCIAL MEDIA PROMOTION] 🌊 ⚫️ images x @sirm00re

Recap video [pt 1] from our introductory wellness event THE ARTIST ROLE [self-care sessions] 10.11.25 Curated x Akintola Hanif [@hycide_hyze | Guided Sound Bath Meditation x @iambyhaze 🎥 x @blazeglorious 🏴 Also! @hycide_xpanse is offering 5 weeks of free gentle yoga and meditation classes facilitated by Yoga and Meditation master teacher Nyota David @livenlove_yoga Offered over the next 5 Saturdays from 1pm-2pm [10/25-11/22], the instructor will guide students through breath and movement to reduce stress, improve flexibility, and promote mental clarity. Yoga mats provided. Space is limited. RSVP required: LINK IN BIO

“The artist's role is to raise the consciousness of the people. To make them understand life, the world and themselves more completely. ” ― Amiri Baraka HYCIDE XPANSE’s first ever resident @ubastisanctuary who joined us through @akinworldwide ‘s residency program, lead a chair yoga session for our introductory wellness event THE ARTIST’S ROLE [self-care sessions]. The session consisted of soft movements using the support of a chair to move stress through the body with care. 🎥 x @outtherenj

Thank you to all who joined us for our introductory wellness event, THE ARTIST’S ROLE [self-care sessions] The event featured: Chair yoga with Catherine Rogers @ubastisanctuary : Great for beginners, seniors, people with limited mobility Gentle yoga and meditation with Nyota @livenlove_yoga : Great for all levels. Beginners welcomed. Guided acoustic meditative Soundbath with ByHaze @iambyhaze : Combining singing bowls, affirmations, ambient guitar & live vocals Live performances by spoken word artist, @tehsuanglover , singer/songwriter, @euphony.i.am , and lyricist/rapper @cyphtwo and the City of Newark’s own, Poet Laureate @bestthingcreated The Vegan & Plant Based Catering was courtesy of @garbondzo and cold-pressed juices from @sproutsjuice Complimentary 10-minute massages were provided by @probodymassage Images x @outtherenj and @sirm00re

During our introductory wellness event, THE ARTIST’S ROLE [self-care sessions], Nyota (@livenlove_yoga ) lead everyone through a yoga and meditation session incorporating breath and movement to reduce stress, improve flexibility, and promote mental clarity. Visit the link in bio to sign up for her upcoming 5-session yoga classes every Saturday beginning on 10/25 and ending on 11/22 from 1-2pm! 🎥 x @outtherenj

“The artist’s role is to raise the consciousness of the people. To make them understand life, the world and themselves more completely.” ~ Amiri Baraka Please join us for our introductory wellness event, THE ARTIST’S ROLE [self-care sessions] on Saturday, October 11th, 1:00-7:00 pm in the heart of Newark’s Arts and Education District. RSVP via the link in bio. Event schedule: 1:00 pm Doors open 1:30-2:30 pm Chair yoga with Catherine Rogers (@ubastisanctuary ): great for beginners, seniors, people with limited mobility 3:00-4:00 pm Gentle yoga and meditation with Nyota (@livenlove_yoga ): Great for all levels. Beginners welcome. 4:30-5:30 pm Guided acoustic meditative Soundbath with ByHaze (@iambyhaze ): Combining singing bowls, affirmations, ambient guitar & live vocals 6:00-7:00 pm Live performances The event will feature performances by spoken word artist, Tehsuan Glover (@tehsuanglover ), singer/songwriter, Euphony (@euphony.i.am ) and lyricist/rapper Cyph Two (@cyphtwo ) Vegan & Plant Based Catering by @garbondzo Complimentary 10-minute massage provided by @probodymassage between 2:30 and 6:00 pm. Copies of “HYCIDE: The Black & White Book” will be available for purchase. Envisioned as a sanctuary for intentional creative exchange, reflection and collaboration, HYCIDE XPANSE is a curated third space for critical thinking and aligned minds. A testament to a life sharpened by love, loss, and clarity, XPANSE seeks to provide space for visual literacy and dialogue. Image x @kenibashu

Over the past month, HYCIDE XPANSE has had the pleasure of collaborating with @akinworldwide in hosting @ubastisanctuary for her residency. Catherine has brought her warmth and positive energy to XPANSE along her journey of creating “an intentional space for those of us who haven’t always felt seen in traditional yoga settings.” She guides people to “move gently, using the support of a chair so there’s no need to get on the floor. Each class weaves in the practice of santosha, the yogic principle of acceptance, reminding us that we don’t have to change a thing to be worthy of rest, healing, or peace.” As her residency comes to a close at HYCIDE XPANSE, we want to thank Catherine for the energy she has brought to the space and extend a special thank you to Akin for facilitating this valuable collaboration. To experience Catherine’s guided chair yoga, visit the link in the bio to RSVP for her class next Saturday, October 11 at 1:30 pm at HYCIDE XPANSE’s introductory wellness event, THE ARTIST’S ROLE [self-care sessions].

Please join us for our introductory wellness event, THE ARTIST’S ROLE [self-care sessions] on Saturday, October 11th, 1:00-7:00 pm in the heart of Newark’s Arts and Education District during @newarkarts festival. RSVP via the link in bio. Event schedule: 1:00 pm Doors open 1:30-2:30 pm Chair yoga with Catherine Rogers (@ubastisanctuary ): Great for beginners, seniors, people with limited mobility 3:00-4:00 pm Gentle yoga and meditation with Nyota (@livenlove_yoga ): Great for all levels. Beginners welcome. 4:30-5:30 pm Guided acoustic meditative Soundbath with ByHaze (@iambyhaze ): Combining singing bowls, affirmations, ambient guitar & live vocals 6:00-7:00 pm Live performances The event will feature performances by spoken word artist, Tehsuan Glover (@tehsuanglover ), singer/songwriter, Euphony (@euphony.i.am ) and lyricist/rapper Cyph Two (@cyphtwo ) Complimentary 10-minute massage provided by @probodymassage throughout the event. Copies of “HYCIDE: The Black & White Book” will be available for purchase. Image x @kenibashu