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How hip-hop came out Hip-hop’s homophobic reputation is being challenged by a new new generation of openly queer and proud rappers Arts Culture Society
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The octogenarian whose folk songs are restoring ‘the Amazon of Europe’ Proving it’s never too late to release your debut album, a Romanian folk singer has created a record that will fund habitat restoration Conservation Environment Lifestyle
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The unlikely story of England’s all-female, middle-aged punk scene An improbable music scene has taken root in the Midlands, where the restless punk spirit lives on well into middle age Arts Culture Society
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Queer hip-hop, male friendships, and more. What to expect in the new issue of Positive News The new Positive News magazine is out now, and packed with stories of progress. Acting editor Daisy Greenwell picks out her highlights Environment Lifestyle Opinion Society
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A new record label is bringing forgotten female composers out of obscurity The contribution that women have made to classical music has been almost entirely ignored. A French record label aims to change that Arts Culture
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How communities are saving the UK’s live music venues from closure The UK has lost a third of its music venues in the last two decades, but a new model of ownership is bringing hope Arts Culture Society
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