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A local non-profit is hosting rap battles and other events to advocate for mental health awareness in Oklahoma. The organization called Soulbody Cyphers is working to destigmatize conversations around mental health and cultivate a community of MCs.
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The Chicago rapper and poet is among the greatest lyricists of her generation. In asking tough questions of the art she practices, her third album reveals a fearless and visionary performer.
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An eight-hour concert Friday night was a procession of generations of hip-hop royalty, from the Sugar Hill Gang to current stars like Lil Wayne. Run-DMC gave what was billed as their last performance.
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To mark hip-hop's 50th anniversary, NPR's All Things Considered explores five moments that are integral to how the culture grew and evolved.
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The rapper was convicted of shooting Megan Thee Stallion in July 2020 as they left a party in Los Angeles. Prosecutors argued that Tory Lanez had tried to turn public opinion against the victim.
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This episode of Focus: Black Oklahoma features reports on Tulsa education leaders advocating for more equitable funding, a grand jury released a report detailing conditions at the Oklahoma County jail, and the 2023 Tulsa Jazz Fest.
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This episode of Focus: Black Oklahoma features reports on a same-sex custody battle, how a local organization is advocating for refugee rights, and the history of hip-hop in Tulsa.
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Prosecutors said musician Pras Michel collected exorbitant sums of money from a billioniare desperate to win access to two separate U.S. presidents.
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Michael Boatwright, 28, Dedrick Williams, 26, and Trayvon Newsome, 24, were all found guilty and will receive mandatory life sentences at a later date.
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After years absent from the digital music landscape, what does it feel like to listen to one of hip-hop's most storied groups with fresh ears?