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Today in Labor History: Paul Robeson dies
January 23, 2013On January 23, 1976, noted singer and actor Paul Robeson died in Philadelphia. Robeson was also a legendary civil rights and peace leader and athlete.
Read moreThe Used headline pro-LGBT tour, join “It Gets Better”
January 22, 2013The Used, a popular rock/screamo band from Utah, are calling attention to a problem that plagues their state and many others: discrimination against gays and lesbians.
Read more“Sorry to Bother You”: 2012’s top 10 albums
January 2, 2013During the annual consumer orgy I call Capitalistmas, critics are assigned the task of rating the cultural product of the closing calendar year.
Read moreMetal vocalist criticizes insensitivity toward Conn. shooting
December 17, 2012The school shooting has cut like a knife through the metal community, which itself has experienced its own fair share of tragedy.
Read moreJazz great Dave Brubeck dies at 91
December 5, 2012Brubeck was one of the most active and popular musicians in both the jazz and classical worlds.
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