Though mute on the musical tip, ‘Songs In A Minor’ maestra Alicia Keys has been making major moves behind the scenes of stages and television.  Recently occupying the directorial seat for Lifetime’s ‘5’ as well as her latest production endeavor ‘Stick Fly’ (on Broadway), Miss Beatz’ recent absence from Billboard hasn’t exactly meant she’s been unbusy.  And, with news that she and hubby Swiss Beatz are putting the finishing touches on her 2009 ‘The Element of Freedom’ follow-up, fans will finally get to see Keys do what she does best – tickle the keys.

In the mean time, Keys and co thought to tickle something else while ringing in the new year.  Avid art fans, the musical family took to L.A.’s Mr. Brainwash (MBW) art exhibit which features interesting depictions of famed pop monarchs Michael Jackson, Madonna, and more.

See more of Alicia going hard in the paint below (source):

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