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Kate Tempest Takes on the UK Establishment with 'The Book of Traps and Lessons' and Wins
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Missy Elliott Remains Relevant and Just As Revolutionary As Ever on 'Iconology'
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Young Thug Gets Forthright on 'So Much Fun'
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Craft Winner: Azeem's Underground Opus, 'Craft Classic'
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Buckets of Tears and Peace in Drowning: Bob Dylan and Tyler the Creator's Break-up Albums
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Producer Ekiti Sound debuts with an ultra-modern take on Nigerian traditions old and new on the eclectic Abeg No Vex.
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Hold Your Own: An Interview with Kate Tempest
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