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Just John Is Fighting for the Survival of DIY Arts Spaces on 'Black Beret'
The Toronto rapper and community organizer tackles his city's gentrification and police violence with nimble raps and diamond-hard beats.
Phil Witmer
12.8.17
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Little Simz is Pioneering UK Rap, So Why Won’t the Industry Support Her?
Just because an artist refuses to fit into the prescribed notions of what a British act sounds like, doesn’t mean our award systems should ignore her.
Daisy Jones
12.1.16
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Meet 19-Year-Old Little Simz: Tipped by Jay Z and Ready to Blow
This North London rapper started spitting at 10 and now juggles college and music making, while somehow finding the time to chill with Dizzee Rascal and Kelela. Casual.
Marissa G. Muller
2.27.14