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    WATCH: Doc About Black Teen Metalheads Mistreated by Music Industry Execs

    One scene in “Breaking a Monster,” which follows metal trio Unlocking the Truth, shows a group member’s parents candidly discussing why they turned the young band’s future over to professional managers.

    Sameer Rao Oct 12, 2016 12:34PM EDT

    Azealia Banks is Fed Up With Mainstream Music, Especially Those 'Corny' White Girls

    Will she ever sign a major deal again? Not a chance.
    Jamilah King Nov 10, 2014 2:03PM EST

    Amplifying Women in the Recording Industry

    Ebonie Smith wants to bring music technology to the masses of women who are in the minority of the recording industry. And she’s not alone.
    Jamilah King Oct 2, 2013 7:00AM EDT

    Thirty Eight Brilliant and Underrated Queer Black Musicians

    Get your headphones ready.
    Jamilah King Sep 3, 2013 10:30AM EDT

    Justin Timberlake's New Album Sells Nearly a Million Copies In Its First Week

    Lots of people want ‘The 20/20 Experience.’
    Jamilah King Mar 25, 2013 9:14AM EDT

    5 Ways The 'Harlem Shake' Meme Is (Slightly) More Complicated Than It Seems

    The inescapable dance craze is drawing criticism from folks who say it’s just another example of cultural appropriation. That may be true, but there’s more to the story.
    Channing Kennedy Feb 19, 2013 10:43AM EST
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