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  • Beyonce. Black woman with blonde high ponytail wearing off-shoulder black top in front of image of lion head.

    Beyoncé Drops 'The Lion King: The Gift,' World Stops

    Beyoncé: “It was important that the music was not only performed by the most interesting and talented artists, but also produced by the best African producers. Authenticity and heart were important to me.”

    N. Jamiyla Chisholm Jul 19, 2019 1:08PM EDT
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    Watch Kendrick Lamar's 'Power'-ful TV Acting Debut

    Kung Fu Kenny starred as Laces in the latest episode of the Starz crime drama. 

    Sameer Rao Jul 30, 2018 10:39AM EDT
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    Kendrick Lamar, James Forman Jr., Rachel Kaadzi Ghansah Honored With Pulitzer Prizes

    This year’s winners include artists and journalists who fearlessly explored contemporary racial identity and oppression.

    Sameer Rao Apr 16, 2018 5:13PM EDT
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    Ryan Coogler and Sounwave Discuss Creation of 'Black Panther: The Album'

    The “Black Panther” director and Top Dawg Entertainment producer explore how the film’s hip hop-heavy soundtrack came to be.

    Sameer Rao Feb 7, 2018 4:45PM EST
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    Kendrick Lamar Drops 'Black Panther' Album Track List

    The rapper brought his Top Dawg Entertainment compatriots SZA and Jay Rock onto the Marvel movie soundtrack. 

    Sameer Rao Feb 1, 2018 1:06PM EST
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    From Kendrick Lamar to Luis Fonsi to Janelle Monáe, Must-See Grammy Awards Clips

    How artists of color dominated the Grammys in song and speech.

    Sameer Rao Jan 29, 2018 12:19PM EST
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