Inside the Legend’s Den: A BTS with BLADE, The King of Graffiti

In this rare and legendary episode of Unfiltered FTL, we go behind the scenes with Blade, the "King of Graffiti." With over 5,000 New York City subway trains painted to his name, Blade is a living blueprint for the global street art movement. We take a tour through his personal collection, from his early "red and white" pieces in 1972 to the iconic abstract "whole cars" that changed the game. Blade opens up about the evolution of the art form, his collaborations with brands like Supreme, and the reality of growing up in the South Bronx during an era when the skyline was changing, and the trains were his canvas. In this episode, we cover: The Evolution of Style: How Blade mastered color blending and hand control long before stencils and social media. Graffiti vs. Street Art: Blade’s take on the difference between the original NYC movement and the modern street art scene. The Subway Art Bible: A look at the iconic Martha Cooper and Henry Chalfant books that exported NYC culture to the world. Personal Milestones: The story behind his 5,000th train and the "Blade" action figure. Art & Resilience: How he used painting to navigate the loss of his wife and the creation of his most personal works. The 1972 Thunderbird: A look at his pristine time-capsule car and his love for classic New York style. Legacy: Why he chooses original hand-painted work over digital prints and what his art means to the next generation of millionaires like Kaws. Whether you're an art collector, a New Yorker at heart, or a fan of hip-hop history, this conversation with a true pioneer is a masterclass in staying original. Follow the Legend: Instagram:   / bladekingofgraf   Website: https://bladekingofgraf.com/ Follow Unfiltered FTL: Website: https://www.unfilteredftl.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1SzvWrI... Instagram:   / unfilteredftl   TikTok:   / unfilteredftl   Facebook:   / unfilteredftl