music
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The power of independence: how Black musicians have maintained authenticity without a label
By Jorde Jones on March 30, 2026 The music industry wouldn’t be what it is today without the contributions of Black artists, however, Black musicians have always received less credit and have been paid far less than their white counterparts. The music industry is known for having predatory contracts that often exploit the artist or prevent them from making…
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Keeping it locked: Is radio lost on Generation Z and Alpha?
December 8, 2025, 4:28 pm by Jorde Jones | Staff Writer Music listening and discovery outlets are always evolving. Gen Z’s relationship with music and the discovery of new sounds is rich in terms of the number of streaming sources and still includes radio. Many older Gen Z members can recall their experience of discovering their first favorite song…
