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2019

The Humanity of ‘David Makes Man’

The History of Camp Is Black And Queer

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2020

Black Artists and Gallerists on What a More Inclusive Art World Would Look Like

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2020

Rapper Nappy Nina Defies Uncertainty on “Dumb Doubt”

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2020

Trauma-Centered Art Should Be the Future of #MeToo

2019

“Euphoria” Utilizes Black Trauma for Character Development

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2020

What Netflix's Madam C.J. Walker Show Gets Wrong & Right, According To Her Descendant

2018

Janelle Monae's New Album 'Dirty Computer' Is Pure, Unadulterated Queer Black Girl Magic

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2022

‘SALLAD’ Director Tramaine Townsend on Black Dallas, Working with JBW, and Secrecy

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12 Months in Paradise: What DJ Sober and Jessi Pereira Learned After A Year of Parties

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Hairstylist Mattie Calloway Traces Her Roots to Natural Hair Activists

How Paul Quinn College Put History on Its Basketball Court

2021

111 Years After His Death, Dallas Acknowledges the Lynching of Allen Brooks in Downtown

BeMyFiasco Is Ready to Reintroduce Herself

Nuestro Oak Cliff Tells the Stories of Disappearing Latinx Neighborhoods

Artstillery’s Family Dollar Has Become Part of a West Dallas Community

The Revival of Elliott Skinner

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ESSENCE is Where Black Women Come First for news, entertainment and motivation. ESSENCE occupies a special place in the hearts of millions of Black women-its not just a magazine but her most trusted confidante, a brand that has revolutionized the magazine industry and has become a cultural institution in the African-American community.

2023

R&B Is Not Dead

Op-Ed: Easter Fashion Sunday Is Black Culture

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2022

Valeisha Butterfield Jones On Centering Sisterhood As She Works To Change The Music Industry

'Renaissance' Is A Love Letter To The Black Queer Roots Of Dance Music

Megan Thee Stallion Wouldn't Have To Defend Herself All The Time If Other Men Would

2019

The Legacy of Black Women Politicians

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The Horrors of Being A Black Mother In America

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The Face will con­tin­ue to cham­pi­on fresh tal­ent in music, fash­ion, TV, film and beyond; fly the flag for provoca­tive, rig­or­ous, long-form jour­nal­ism; and cel­e­brate the best in style and graph­ic design. It is a space for immer­sive, dynam­ic, mul­ti-faceted sto­ries. It is a space for fun, pas­sion and enthusiasm.

2020

The proud tradition of alter egos in female rap

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2019

#FreeFlacko: How ASAP Rocky’s Sweden case got the whole world watching

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2016

I Live in the Land of DIY Abortions. This Is Why I'm Fighting for the Right to Choose

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2016

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GUMBO is a Hip-Hop hub that showcases and analyzes the multi-dimensional experience of and its consumers on a global scale.

2019

A Conversation with AJ, The One

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2020

Women in Hip-Hop Cannot Thrive While Misogynoir Exists

HelloGiggles is a positive online community for women (although men are always welcome!) covering the latest in culture, female empowerment, style, relationships, friendship, careers, and issues that matter most to young women’s lives.

2019

How Black women in media and beyond are shaping the future

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2018

At Rolling Loud, Bay Area Rappers Outshine Mainstream Stars

LEVEL is a Medium publication for Black and Brown men. LEVEL offers the best commentary on race, identity and culture for men of color, as well as tips on how to live your best life. Men can visit LEVEL for advice on parenting, sex, relationships, marriage, and more.

2020

Dallas Got Next: Why the Next Hip-Hop Mecca Never Got Its Due

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2020

Mama’s Gun, 20 Years Later: The Influence of Erykah Badu

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2019

The Story of the Historic Election of 19 African American Female Judges in Texas

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2019

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With When I Get Home, Solange Transforms Houston Into A Southern Black Paradise

The mission of NPR is to work in partnership with member stations to create a more informed public - one challenged and invigorated by a deeper understanding and appreciation of events, ideas and cultures.

2020

The South Got Something To Say: A Celebration Of Southern Rap

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We Insist: A Timeline Of Protest Music In 2020

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NYLON Media is one of the world's leading creators of lifestyle content for young women. With eight editions internationally, NYLON focuses on emerging culture through our original, thought-provoking storytelling around topics like beauty, fashion, entertainment, and everything in between.

2020

Kidd Kenn On ‘Freestyle’ Going Viral And His Next Project

The Challenges Of Being A Black Independent Designer

2019

What It's Like To Be A Fat Black Queer Femme—With Cancer

Well-established as the gold standard in music media, Okayplayer utilizes its influential voice to define and create the cutting edge in sound, arts, sports and more.

2019

The Two Black Women Helping To Reclaim & Encourage Natural Psychedelics Use In Oakland

Now That Lizzo Has the No. 1 Song in the Country, Will She Get the Respect She Deserves?

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2020

'Miss Juneteenth' Is a Very Southern Story

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2019

The Missed Opportunity of Kanye West's Late Album Drop

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2018

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The Passion of the Weiss is an online magazine. Typically focusing on music, The Passion has also broken ranks to cover television, film, and the occasional outing of closeted professional wrestlers.

2020

“A Part of Me is Used to Seeing Black Deaths at the Hands of Police:” An Interview With BL Shirelle

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2019

Coast to Coast: Trey Coastal Lights Up the Bay

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2019

Review: Ugly God, Bumps & Bruises

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2019

Kamala Harris and the Path to a Black Woman President

2018

Remembering Aretha's Voice in the Civil Rights Movement

The mission of the Recording Academy is to recognize excellence in the recording arts and sciences, cultivate the well-being of the music community, and ensure that music remains an indelible part of our culture.

2022

A Guide To Southern Hip-Hop: Definitive Releases, Artists & Subgenres From The Dirty South

50 Artists Who Changed Rap: Jay-Z, The Notorious B.I.G., Dr. Dre, Nicki Minaj, Kendrick Lamar, Eminem & More

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2020

Megan Thee Stallion Doesn’t Exist to Meet Your Expectations

Glory B: Beyoncé, the African Diaspora, and the Baptism of ‘Black Is King’

Refinery29 is a media and entertainment company that helps women see, feel, and claim their power. R29 covers topics across fashion, beauty, wellness, tech, career, lifestyle, news, and entertainment.

2023

The Backlash To Netflix Doc Ladies First Proves Misogynoir Is Alive & Well In Hip-Hop

Tina Turner Brought Rock & Roll Back Home To Black Women

How Black Women In Hip-Hop Changed The Way We Talk About AIDS

2020

We Have To Thank Stacey Abrams For Biden’s Win In Georgia

They Strolled To The Polls. Here’s How Kamala Harris’ Young AKA Sisters Feel About Her Victory

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Kimberly Drew Isn’t Afraid Of Change

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2020

Analyzing the social justice movements of the 2010s

2019

A$AP Rocky's incarceration is the latest in the continuous fight for black people to be granted humanity

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2019

Finding Healing in the Spiritual Practices of Our Ancestors

The young person’s guide to conquering (and saving) the world. Teen Vogue covers the latest in celebrity news, politics, fashion, beauty, wellness, lifestyle, and entertainment.

2020

6 Books to Understand What Revolution Looks Like

The Black Radical Tradition in the South Is Nothing to Sneer At

A Viral Police Raid Made Moms 4 Housing Famous, But Winning Housing Rights in Oakland Will Make Their Impact Last

2018

An 11-Month Old Was Killed On Facebook Live In Thailand

Beto O'Rourke Won With Texas's Black Women Because We Are Still the Moral Compass of United States Politics

How "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" Failed Prudence Night

Britteney Black Rose Kapri on Reclaiming Her Power Through "Black Queer Hoe"

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The Oakland Community Remembered Nia Wilson With a Vigil Following a Fatal Train Station Attack

Teen Activist Kenidra Woods Organized the Hope for Humanity Project Rally in St. Louis

27-Year-Old Mayor Michael Tubbs Discussed the Importance of Empowering His City’s Youth

Domestic Workers Are Women of Color and Immigrants Who Deserve More Respect

I Already Knew What The White House Intern Photo Showed Me

Naomi Wadler's March for Our Lives Speech Continues the Tradition of Outstanding Black Female Activism

On the Sixth Anniversary of Trayvon Martin’s Killing, Activists Remember the Spark That Ignited a Movement

2017

How to Support Black Women After the Alabama Senate Elections

How Black Women Have Impacted Feminism Over Time

Great Recession Had a Major Impact on Women and Girls, Report Says

Barack Obama Changed Blackness in the United States

Report Reflects on the Status of Black Women in the U.S.

Ted Bundy: Everything to Know About America's Infamous Serial Killer

Many Americans Can't Find North Korea On A Map, New York Times Experiment Reveals

Alligator Attacks 10-Year-Old Girl in Florida

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Ferguson Protestor Edward Crawford Found Dead

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On Her New Album, Jazzmeia Horn Wants to Embolden Listeners to “Do Something About It”

Since its inception in 1995, TheBody has reliably published vital HIV-related information, news, support, and personal perspectives.

2023

How Viva Glam Harnessed the Star Power of Two Hip-Hop Legends to Fund Support for People Living With HIV

them, a next-generation community platform, chronicles and celebrates the stories, people and voices that are emerging and inspiring all of us, ranging in topics from pop culture and style to politics and news, all through the lens of today’s LGBTQ community.

2020

Amorphous’ Viral Mashups Took the Internet by Storm. He Told Us What’s Coming Next

LGBTQ+ Artists Are Already Dominating the 2021 Grammys

Fannie Sosa Is Helping Artists of Color Be Heard, Respected, and Get Paid

We Asked Black Queer Icons to Share Their Dreams for the Future

The Undefeated is the premier platform for exploring the intersections of race, sports and culture. We enlighten and entertain with innovative storytelling, original reporting and provocative commentary.

2020

Protest music found a home in contemporary pop

The Culture of Now. The premier news and culture platform for the digital generation. News, sports, music, and entertainment with a connection you won’t find anywhere else.

2019

The 2020 Grammy Nominations Did Wrong By Hip-Hop’s Women

Bay Area Rapper Rexx Life Raj Is Ready For His Next Big Step On ‘Father Figure 3: Somewhere Out There’

Vibe is the premier publication and cultural base for hip-hop/R&B music, fashion and entertainment news. 

2019

Meet D Smoke, Inglewood And Hip-Hop's Next Hometown Hero

Cardi B And City Girls Close Out The BET Experience With Black Girl Rap Magic

Tobe Nwigwe's Southern Raps At The BET Experience Are Marinaded With Purpose

2018

25 Hip-Hop Albums By Bomb Womxn Of 2018

VICE is a global media channel focusing on investigative journalism and enlightening videos about everything from world news, travel, art, drugs, politics, sports, fashion, sex, and super cute animals.

2020

The Sacred Liberation of the Black Dance Circle

2019

Drew Banga Wants to Spark the Bay Area's Rap Resurgence

Breaking news, investigative reporting, business coverage and features from The Wall Street Journal.

How Beyoncé’s ‘Black Is King’ Honors the Black Experience

Our award-winning journalists have covered Washington and the world since 1877.

2020

Black women saved the Democrats. Don’t make us do it again.

Wine Enthusiast is the comprehensive source for the curious wine lover. We offer global coverage of wine, food, travel and cocktails, thousands of ratings and reviews, plus exclusive products from storage to stemware.

2020

Cîroc, Ace of Spades and the Power of Hip-Hop

We are YR Media, a national network of young journalists and artists.  We collaborate with our peers around the country and top media professionals to create content that matters.

2018

An Oaklander’s Q&A With Ryan Coogler: Black Panther, Revolution, And The Town

Zora exists to provide thought-provoking content for and about women of color, contributed to by new and seasoned voices. It is a space where our grace, grit, spirit, and experiences are celebrated and valued.

2019

Maya Rupert Wants to Nurture the Potential of Aspiring Politicians of Color