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“Beastie Boys Story”: Fighting for The Right To Be Themselves
The Beastie Boys were one of the unlikelier acts of the 80s. Their rise is documented in Spike Jonze's new documentary, "Beastie Boys Story."
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Jimi Hendrix and His “Black Legacy”
Jimi Hendrix is typically associated with classic rock. But this author argues he deserves a bigger place within black culture and music.
Life After Hip-Hop (And Age 50…)
Hip-hop began as a youth movement. In the last 30 years or so, things have evolved. What's it like now for those "founding fathers"?
Uncharted: “This Is Big Audio Dynamite”
Mick Jones and Big Audio Dynamite emerged from the ashes of The Clash and pushed political rock in an entirely fresh direction.
6 Artists To Know (And Why Not to Ignore Them)
Looking for some new music? Some of these artists have been floating under the radar for a bit, but deserve a look -- and a listen.