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June 24, 2010
Call it black rock, Afro-punk or black alternative. Doesn't matter. Chances are you won't hear these musicians on ''urban'' radio -- which is too bad. There are, literally, hundreds of artists that mainstream music is missing out on. Here are just a few of The Root's favorites.
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August 18, 2009
Dr. Murray wanted to say thanks to the seven people who are currently supporting him...
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by Martin Johnson onJuly 5, 2009
Steve McNair was the black QB from an HBCU who made it big and became an inspiration to many. The NFL has lost one of its iconic figures.
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June 26, 2009
I loved MJ's music but threw daggers at his lifestyle. Do I have the right to mourn?
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by Teresa Wiltz onJune 25, 2009
My cat and mouse game with the King of Pop.
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June 25, 2009
Remembering our favorite moments from the King of Pop.
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by Washington Post onJune 25, 2009
Noteworthy events from the well-publicized life of Michael Jackson.
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by Mark Anthony Neal onMay 27, 2009
Why should we run to black radio’s defense when it has failed black communities so terribly?
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by Kai Wright onJanuary 7, 2009
Why two violent deaths produced two totally different reactions.
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by Martin Johnson onJanuary 6, 2009
A conversation with guitarist-activist Vernon Reid on how MLK's death affected black music.
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