Rebel Diaz continues to use hip-hop music, culture and community to speak upon and battle societal ills

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T.H.E.M. Recordings delivers "Ferguson," a thoughtful piece of social commentary from a handful of wordsmiths who have something to say

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Corona, Queens duo Undeniable (Sinnagi & O7) speak on the issue of the day in the frenetic head-nodder "Blue Bacon," with accompanying visuals to match, adeptly directed by The God Ali.

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In this four-minute film made by Human Rights organisation Reprieve and Bafta award-winning director Asif Kapadia, US actor and rapper Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def), experiences the procedure.

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In a June 6 Community Board 2 meeting held at a community center in Queens, discussion turned to the future of the 5 Pointz graffiti complex and arts haven, as proponents took the opportunity to speak in favor of protecting the iconic building against planned development by its owner.

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Our interview with Jonathan "Meres One" Cohen and Marie Cecile Flageul of graffiti haven 5 Pointz, discussing the uncertainty swirling around the world-renowned building and the upcoming community rally to fight for its future

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