MAIN CONCEPT
58beats.com, IG @mainconcept58, YT @glammer58
Formed in 1990 in Munich, Main Concept is a pivotal German hip-hop group known for its innovative contributions to the genre, particularly in establishing German-language rap. With the support of Astrid Weindl's Färberei, the group played a significant role in shaping Munich's hip-hop scene through their music and jams, especially the Livin' Large events where graffiti artists sprayed live.
Founders:
David P. (MC): The frontman and rapper, David P. transitioned from English to German rhymes, inspired by early influences like Michael Kuchar and mentors like Rio Lobo. His freestyle prowess, showcased in Plan 58, earned him a strong reputation. Choosing a career as a doctor over mainstream rap, he prioritized authenticity over commercialism, contributing to the group’s unique identity.
Glammerlicious (Producer): Known as Glam, he began producing beats in 1987 with school friends, leveraging early computer-based sampling techniques. His meeting with David P. in 1990 sparked the formation of Main Concept, and his production skills were crucial to their sound, starting with their first performance and tracks like those on Coole Scheiße (1994).
DJ Explizit (DJ): Joining after meeting Glam at hip-hop parties in the late 1980s, Explizit completed the trio in 1990. His DJing added depth to their live performances and recordings. He contributed to the group’s name, inspired by American hip-hop groups Main Source and Original Concept, and remained integral to their consistent lineup over 25 years.
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MARCH IN MARS
IG @marchinmars
Apart from her colourful graffiti and being part of Munich's first female crew Munich Wallflowers, March in Mars is a Mexican designer and illustrator. Her work explores the world of the feminine, often accompanied by nature and Mexican visualisations.
MATRIKS
IG @mr.matriks
Matriks is an artist known for his true portrait style, depicting his figures with blocky, angular faces, large expressive eyes, and a prominent nose. Matriks regularly participates in spray events and his work can be found all over Munich's legal walls.
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MILK
MBG - MILCHBUBIGUYS
The MilchBubiGuys (MBG) crew was active during the mid 1980s and became quickly famous through their pieces at Dachauer flea market.
MBG translates to "MilkBoyGuys," likely a playful or ironic nickname reflecting the crew's youthful, rebellious spirit. In German slang, "milchbubi" refers to a naive or baby-faced young man.
MITCH 2
At the first ISART spray jam in 1996, which was the first time that graffiti had been permitted at the Brudermühl bridge, Mitch and Skiny had painted one of the walls. Mitch had left a deep impact on the community, and after his passing, this piece was carefully preserved. Although it has been crossed out several times, local graffiti artists have always restored it quickly to keep Mitch's legacy alive.
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MR. GUM
IG @mr.gum_art
Mr. Gum know for his unique characters, is an artist focusing on street art, graffiti, graphic design, mixed media and sculpture.
MR. WOODLAND
IG @misterwoodland
Mr. Woodland has been working as a freelance artist since 2014, mainly in the field of large scale murals. His style ranges from graphic-comic to photorealistic showing often portraits or animal figures. HIs work can be found across Munich, as he regularly participates at spray events and city funded projects.
MATTHIAS MROSS
matthias-mross.de, IG @matthiasmross
Matthias Mross is a globally renowned artist who is famous for his photorealistic murals and canvases. He creates large-scale works on building facades and figurative pieces on canvas using his signature mixed-media technique, which involves blending thick paint application with intricate detail. His art captures scenes from his experiences in international cities, featuring subjects such as homeless people in Los Angeles, Dublin's cowboy kids, and Saigon's soup chickens. Mross has exhibited and worked not only in Munich but also across Germany and in cities including Dublin, Tbilisi, Kutaisi, Los Angeles, Saigon and Lezhë.
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MUNICH ART GALLERY
munichartgallery.de, IG @munichartgallery
Founded in 2020 by Tobias Sehr the Munich Art Gallery is specialized in contemporary art, with regular changing exhibitions curated by artist Josephine Kaiser. Located in the city centre's art district, the Kunstareal, the gallery is a creative space that promotes both established and emerging international and local artists. Amalienstraße 14, Kunstareal, 80333 München.
MUNICH ART TUNNEL
The Munich Art Tunnel, located under Oskar-von-Miller-Ring, was a pedestrian tunnel. With space of around 550 m2 of walls, the Munich Art Gallery transferred the tunnel into an open art gallery, featuring works by local and international artists. Unfortunately in 2025 the tunnel was closed.
Shoe's story in Munich reflects a full-circle narrative- his work in the Munich Art Tunnel not only honoured his personal history with the city but also highlighted the evolution of street art from an underground movement to a recognized art form.
MUNICH GRAFFITI LIBRARY
munichgraffitilibrary.bigcartel.com, IG @munich_graffiti_library
The Munich Graffiti Library, founded by Benjamin Schandelmaier in 2020, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and documentation of graffiti culture. Besides publishing, MGL serves as a book and magazine archive, but also as an important exchange platform for artists to meet up. Presentations, round table talks and graffiti events with local and international artists take place on a regular basis.
MUNICH WALLFLOWERS
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The Munich Wallflowers (MWF) is a women's street art collective founded in July 2024 on the initiative of f3000 with the purpose of women supporting women in the street art scene. Some of the founding members are @bulbul_ink, @marchinmars, @vh.illustration, @melikekerpel_art, @cas-sietumlinson and @redfoxhippie.
