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Why White stars are ripping off rap and R&B
AS the legendary baseball philosopher Yogi Berra once said, "It's deja vu, all over again ." Al Jolson did it in the 1920s. Sophie Tucker did it in ......(Continue Reading) The rap cartel and other tales from Colombia - subculture and hip-hop music
Timothy Pratt [*] In Cali, hip-hop represents a search for identity among those who have no voice No sooner did I suggest a spot for taking photos ......(Continue Reading)Music masters: a new generation of rap moguls is making the industry dance to a different beat: ownership - The hip-hop economy part 3 of a series - Industry
SO SO DEF RECORDINGS CEO JERMAINE DUPRI has been cranking out chart-toppers from his Atlanta-based music factory for more than a decade now. The rap ......(Continue Reading)A different rap: Arrested Development - rap music group
Members of rap music group Arrested Development denounce violence and sexism in rap music, and feature peaceful, family-oriented themes in their socially ......(Continue Reading)Voice of praise: a new, dynamic group of singers is taking gospel music to new heights
WITH the same spirit and enthusiasm exhibited by legends like Mahalia and the venerable Thomas Dorsey, today-'s new young gospel music performers--including ......(Continue Reading)
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