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Event Recap: Big Pun 18th Anniversary Tribute Art & Artifacts Exhibit #BigPun18 @OfficialBigPun @AvantGardeLES

On April 22, 2016 wife of the late rapper Big Pun Liza Rios celebrated the 18th anniversary of her late husband’s first Platinum album, “Capital Punishment,” at the Avant Garde Gallery  in New York City presented by the Reveal Agency.

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Liza Rios, hosted the event in memory of Big Pun’s highly popular, “Capital Punishment” album debut with her daughters and grandson. Liza has specifically chosen the 18th year anniversary, as the number 18 represents new beginnings, while April represents the exact month 3 of his albums were released, Yeeeah Baby, Endangered Species & Capital Punishment.

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A few members of Terror Squad were in attendance. Triple Seis, Cuban Link, & Prospect came out to celebrate with Liza while Bodega Bamz moved the crowd as he was rhyming to all of Big Pun’s songs.

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The space was filled with inspired Big Pun art and his artifacts.

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Throughout the night the DJ dedicated a full set to Big Pun, and guest were treated to appetizers from LES Kitchen with drinks provided by Papi Wines & Kettle.

The event was open to the general public for viewing Saturday & Sunday, due to the incredible turnout it has been extended for 3 more days.

Visit Avant Garde LES located at 319 Grand Street, New York, NY.
www.avantgardeles.com and www.big-pun.com.

Photo Credits: Lillian Rosado, Joseph Arzuaga, Jimmy Cunningham

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