Afterall Journal Issue 39 Explores Sonic Artifacts and Minor Institutions

The 39th issue of Afterall Journal, released on 17 July 2015, delves into sound and 'minor' institutional practices. Peter Pál Pelbart proposes 'becoming-minor' as a counterpoint to Kant's Enlightenment principles. In a discussion on contemporary art, Lawrence Abu Hamdan engages with Robert Leckie, while Golnar Nikpour places punk within the framework of colonial power. Eddie Chambers critiques the challenges faced by London's Institute of International Visual Arts (Iniva), rooted in its Black activism history. Christina Barton highlights the resistance of indigenous artists at Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art against globalization. Mihnea Mircan reviews Jill Magid's provocations, and Khwezi Gule explores the 'memory work' at Johannesburg's Center for Historical Reenactments. Lucy Lippard shares insights on Postcommodity's ceremonies in North America, alongside references to Fred Moten's poem addressing the limits of expression, enriched by various sound elements.