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OkayAfrica, We See You We've been Okayplayers since the beginning. The Roots-led site is one of the Web's first music blogs before blogging even became popular. Now the Okayplayer family launches OkayAfrica, a new cultural guide giving you the same notes as Okayplayer but with an Africa-centered, Diasporic vibe. (Clutch Magazine)
L.A. Reid, The Dream Reportedly Fired From Def Jam Def Jam label head L.A. Reid is reportedly out of a job today after losing his position at Def Jam Records. And he's reportedly not the only one. (Hip Hop Wired)
Help, My Hair Won't Grow! Whether our hair is long, straight, medium, curled, short, or natural, we are striving for that blended style to make us feel confident and regal! If you're aiming for a stylish "natural" look without the use of relaxers or press perms, your best bet is to go with fresh foods that revitalize hair growth. (Madame Noire)
How Can Black Authors Level the Financial Playing Field? Despite strong sales, Black literature still has some challenges with which to contend. Among them are judgments made about content, unequal compensation, and segregated sections in bookstores. (The Atlanta Post)