TUNL Debuts Creator-Owned Media Platform with Street Dreams and Arte Haus

TUNL (formerly UNL), the next-generation media and commerce company founded at the dynamic crossroads of sports, fashion, music, and global culture, has just unveiled its official launch, a bold move that brings together the globally recognized Street Dreams Magazine and creator-powered Arte Haus Studios.

Why TUNL? Closing the Gap Between Influence & Ownership

For years, athletes and creative voices have shaped the dialogue and trends in global culture, while traditional institutions have captured much of the commercial value. TUNL’s mission is simple but radical: empower creators to own their impact, leveraging co-owned intellectual property (IP), immersive fan experiences, and editorial storytelling that comes directly from the communities driving cultural shifts.

“TUNL has always been about building cultural infrastructure and now we have the scale to do it right,” says Ashley Champ, TUNL Co-Founder & CEO. “We don’t build for culture, we build from it. Culture doesn’t need a seat at the table. It should build the table.”

The TUNL Collective: A Decentralized Platform of Creative Power

The newly formed TUNL Collective functions as a unique, decentralized company, combining the distinct legacies and networks of its two flagship partners:

• Street Dreams: Internationally acclaimed visual media and publishing platform, co-founded by award-winning photographer Steve Irby, strategic marketer Eric Veloso, and art director Michael Cobarrubia. They now lead TUNL’s content production and editorial storytelling.

• “Street Dreams stands for community and creativity without compromise,” says Irby. “Joining TUNL lets us amplify our vision while staying true to who we are.”
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• Arte Haus Studios: Founded by former NBA manager turned creative strategist Kendall Hurns, Arte Haus functions as a studio and talent incubator, representing teams of designers, directors, photographers, and visual artists at the leading edge of culture.

Two Core Verticals: Tech & Storytelling

The TUNL Collective embarks on its journey with two pivotal verticals:

1. TUNLX (coming Fall 2026): The tech & innovation lab, focused on data-driven IP creation, immersive branding, and next-level storytelling infrastructure.

   • Stay tuned for tech announcements at @thetunlx

2. TUNL Studio: The content engine, producing original series, editorial franchises, and branded campaigns spanning sport, fashion, music, and urban culture.

   • See collaborations at @streetdreamsmag and @artehausstudios

What Sets TUNL Apart?

Culture-first Approach:
TUNL doesn’t just collaborate with culture; it originates from it. The collective celebrates creators and athletes as the architects of modern influence, flipping the power dynamic with co-owned media, branded content, and experiences.

Global Footprint:
Since its stealth debut in 2024, including a Times Square billboard activation with Spotify and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) capsule, TUNL has earned over 1 billion press impressions and 300 million organic views.
TUNL now boasts operations and networks in cultural hotspots: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Paris, Tokyo, and Toronto.

• Monthly digital reach: 4.3 million followers

• Content views: 1 million+ per month

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Strategic Partnerships Fuel Creative Momentum

Major collaborators include:

• The Only Agency: Leading stylists shaping sports/fashion direction across TUNL’s talent and campaigns.

• Versus Studio: Award-winning creative partner ensuring elite execution in branded content, live events, and digital production.

Building WITH Culture, Not Just FOR It

As Ashley Champ notes, TUNL is “built to collaborate, not compete.” It partners with agencies, brands, platforms, and sports leagues to deliver intentional, creator-powered storytelling and fluently executed cultural production for the next generation.

Their recent momentum includes:

• New York Fashion Week

• Voter engagement projects with the NBPA

• Spotify billboards and digital activations