Movement Music Festival and 1xRUN have announced legendary artist, musician, and cultural icon Goldie as the Artist-In-Residence for the festival’s 2025 edition. As part of his residency, Goldie will create Love: Detroit, a large-scale mural installation on-site at the festival featuring his signature graffiti work. The mural will be located at the Pyramid Amphitheatre inside Hart Plaza and will be available for festival attendees to visit during event hours on May 24-26.
“I’m bringing some proper graff to Detroit for Movement Festival,” said Goldie. The mural is called Love: Detroit, by yours truly. I’ll be painting my love for this city's integral musical history, standing on the shoulders of the giants who built it.”
Beyond the festival grounds, Goldie will debut a special solo exhibition titled Still Life Talking at Spot Lite Detroit on May 23. In Still Life Talking, Goldie delves into the interplay between motion and stillness, capturing the essence of life's fleeting moments. Reflecting on his journey, Goldie states:
"I look at my life as a set of photographs because I was before all of this, the Internet, etc. I knew documenting my life was important. I felt I could get somewhere, I felt I could do something. In the modern age it feels like people's colour photographs just changed to black-and-white and they don’t really notice over time. I’ve always been about the now, in the present, in the moment. Life moves so fast it looks like it stands still, like a hummingbird, but it’s moving constantly, creating and evolving itself in my slow photograph of time.”
Exhibition Details:
Opening Reception: Friday, May 23, 2025, 5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Exhibition Dates: May 23-September 6, 2025
Location: Spot Lite, 2905 Beaufait St, Detroit, MI
Gallery Hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 12:00 PM-8:00 PM
Still Life Talking is free and open to the public.
Following the exhibition opening, Goldie will headline the official Movement Opening Party that evening at Spot Lite. Tickets are available HERE.
On Sunday, May 25, Goldie will also hit the Waterfront Stage presented by JARS, performing a highly anticipated set alongside acclaimed UK producer Photek. “Can’t wait to be back in Detroit - painting, playing the opening party at Spot Lite, and going b2b with the one and only, Photek. Let’s go,” said Goldie.
More information on Goldie and the 2025 Artist-In-Residence program can be found at Movement’s official website. Details about the Still Life Talking solo exhibition can be found on Spot Lite website or Instagram page.
About Movement:
Each year on Memorial Day weekend, thousands of people from across the globe gather in the birthplace of Techno to celebrate the heritage of Detroit and its musical influence over countless generations. Movement Music Festival is one of the longest-running dance music events in the world, committed to showcasing authentic electronic music and providing an experience unlike any other. The festival takes place in Hart Plaza – Detroit’s legendary riverfront destination.
Press accolades for Movement:
"Three days of techno, house, hip-hop, love, connection, positive vibes and dancing, and a much-needed respite from the pain of current events.” - BILLBOARD
“[One of the] 50 Essential Summer Festivals” - NEW YORK TIMES
"Undoubtedly still the most important electronic music festival in the country” - UPROXX
“Movement Festival shows Detroit is still leading the way for Techno” - MIXMAG
“Movement Detroit continues to prove to be in a league of its own and a true bucket list destination for any avid electronic dance music fan.” - THIS SONG SLAPS
“The festival started on a high note and ended on an even higher one. It’s common for festivals to calm down as each day goes by as people get tired – Movement did just the opposite. The energy picked up, outfits got cuter and the weather got hotter. And the nights didn’t end with the festival; people went straight to the afterparties and partied until the sun came up every single day.” - OFFICE
About 1xRUN
1xRUN (One Time Run) is a Detroit-based art publisher, gallery, and creative production company specializing in limited-edition fine art prints, original artwork, collectibles, and design objects. Founded in 2010, 1xRUN collaborates with a global community of artists—from emerging creators to established legends—to produce high-quality, collectible releases that celebrate contemporary art culture. With a mission to support artists and make art accessible to collectors worldwide, 1xRUN has published thousands of editions and curated exhibitions in Detroit and beyond. The company’s diverse platform bridges the gap between artists and fans through storytelling, exclusive drops, and immersive experiences.
About Spot Lite:
Spot Lite is a multidisciplinary arts venue in Detroit dedicated to showcasing innovative contemporary art, music, and culture. Through exhibitions, performances, and community engagement, Spot Lite fosters a dynamic space for creative expression and dialogue.
About Paxahau
Paxahau specializes in producing music festivals and events incorporating innovative sound designs and always placing the highest priority on music. The company first established itself as an underground party promoter and online resource to showcase electronic music culture in Detroit. Paxahau has been the producer of Detroit’s Movement Festival since 2006, and is recognized across the world by artists, community members, and industry executives as the pioneering promoter rooted firmly in the birthplace of Techno.
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