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Did MTV Refuse to Air Black Musicians in the 80s?

Did MTV Refuse to Air Black Musicians in the 80s?

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According to Grandmixer DXT, MTV refused to air black musicians in the 80s because of Viacom’s inherent racism. Grandmixer DXT is known as a pioneering DJ during the early stages of hip-hop.  In an in-depth ... Read More...

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Roger Waters, New Orleans, July 10th Does it make sense for musicians to be political anymore?  For Roger Waters, a torrent of anti-Trump hatred may be costing him fans. Head to a Roger Waters show these day... Read More...
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Facing millions in potential damages, Kendall and Kylie Jenner's lawyers are fighting back. Several weeks ago, Kendall and Kylie Jenner sold “vintage” T-shirts featuring images of iconic rappers and rock sta... Read More...

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photo: Alex Van Rob Kardashian just leaked a number of naked pictures of Blac Chyna to millions of followers.  Here's why that could very easily result in jail time. (1) 'Revenge porn' is now considered a se... Read More...
Arcade Fire Get Revenge on Kylie & Kendall Jenner

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When it comes to Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Arcade Fire believes revenge is a dish best served superimposed. Last week, Kendall and Kylie Jenner made the lamentable decision to superimpose their faces over ic... Read More...

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Bråvallafestivalen 2014: Belle & Sebastian perform. Thanks to men who “can’t behave,” Bravalla Festival won’t see a 2018 edition. Bravalla Festival organizers have shut down next year’s event.   This com... Read More...
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Are BTS ARMYs in for an extremely rude awakening?  As Rap Monster considers another solo venture with rapper Wale, the threat of an abrupt split is only increasing. 'Something is coming...' BTS' fame has ... Read More...
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Some people have lost their hearts at the Electric Forest festival.  Others, their minds.  One intern lost his very bloody finger. Over 40,000 fans swarmed Rothbury, Michigan for the seventh-annual Electric ... Read More...
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Deerhoof claims that Daytrotter’s management is anything but helpful to indie musicians. Lies, bullying, legal harassment, and finally, a lawsuit threat.  That’s what indie band Deerhoof says they faced when... Read More...
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