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by Julie Walker onJanuary 30, 2012
Two movies win top prizes, and for the first time, an African-American woman is named best director.
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by Joshua R. Weaver onNovember 9, 2011
The Root Recommends: The newest album by Canadian rapper Drake.
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by Joshua R. Weaver onOctober 7, 2011
On the Jewish holiday, we look at blacks who have a close relationship with Judaism.
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by Joshua R. Weaver onMay 25, 2011
This Canadian artist's new album puts a unique spin on R&B.
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by Jenée Desmond-Harris onApril 6, 2011
Phony managers strike again, booking performances and leaving fans disappointed.
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by Sheryl Huggins Salomon onFebruary 13, 2011
Jazz bassist Esperanza Spalding takes the trophy in an upset win.
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July 22, 2010
If given the opportunity, the popular rapper wants to play President Obama.
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May 26, 2010
On Loop 21, Marc Lamont Hill explains his Drake "hate."
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April 28, 2010
We're supposedly living in a post-racial society, but these days, "black" is being defined much more narrowly -- and it has nothing to do with one's actual racial heritage. To sell out or keep it real? That is the question.
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by Kyle Coward onSeptember 4, 2009
Calling all MCs: We need you to spit some rhymes on this health care debate.
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