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These Rappers Who Are No Longer Afraid of the Word “Dyke”
For several years now, a wave of female MCs has emerged in American rap, carrying new claims related to contemporary issues beyond money, sex, and 16-valve engines. Artists signed to independent labels, making their mark in the shadows by offering an alternative to mainstream rap driven by marketing agencies. From Austin to New York, God-des and She, Kalae Nouveau, and Nyemiah Supreme told us why simply being a female rapper is now a political act in itself…
Why France Doesn’t Have Its Own Azealia Banks
Rap is regularly stigmatized and criticized for its masculinity, homophobic ideas reinforcing macho stereotypes, and the objectification of the female body. But while most female rappers remain relegated to “featuring” status or don’t enjoy careers as successful as their male counterparts, some have temporarily managed to stand out…
Female Tribute Bands Aren’t Just There to Have Fun
Leather jeans, studded chains, cuff bracelets, screaming guitars, and names nodding to their inspirations—female tribute bands of metal groups have been rocking out for about a decade, delighting nostalgic audiences curious to discover the female version of their favorites. Behind the sincere homage and musical prowess, we sometimes find a playful jab at a predominantly male industry…
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