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San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury Celebrates Grateful Dead's Legendary Weekend

Originally Published 5 months ago — by The San Francisco Standard

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The article describes the emotional farewell concert of Dead & Company at Golden Gate Park, marking what many see as the last major Dead show in San Francisco, celebrating decades of music, community, and culture with thousands of fans and special guest performances.

"Beyoncé's Cowgirl Chic: A Fashion Frenzy"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by W Magazine

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Beyoncé's recent success in the country music genre with her song "TEXAS HOLD 'EM" has sparked discussions about her influence and impact on the traditionally white male-dominated industry. Embracing a cowboy persona, Beyoncé's journey from her Texas roots to her current full-circle cowboy moment is highlighted, showcasing her longstanding connection to country culture and fashion. Her latest project, COWBOY CARTER, pays homage to Black Western iconoclasts and aims to push country music in new directions, challenging traditional norms and stereotypes.

"Unpacking the Misogynoir in the Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion Feud"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Root

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After Megan Thee Stallion released a song seemingly addressing her haters, including a reference to Nicki Minaj's husband, Nicki responded with an aggressive and racist attack on Megan, referencing her shooting and deceased mother. This feud highlights the deeply ingrained misogynoir within the Black community, with Megan facing disrespect and vitriol from both male rappers and her own peers, while Nicki's actions perpetuate racist and sexist tropes about Black women.