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5 hard truths that hip-hop fans have to face today

November is Hip-Hop History Month. But instead of looking back at the greatness of the genre’s past, here’s a look at five things fans, media and artists need to recognize about hip-hop’s present. Nostalgia and bias tend to color so much of our commentary, but here’s some clear-eyed critique regarding where the music stands at the end of its 40th year.

Photos: NABJ Chicago Chapter Talks the State of Black Radio

The National Association of Black Journalists Chicago Chapter, recently hosted a forum about Black radio moderated by Chicago radio legend Richard Steele. Panelists included Marv Dyson, Abe Thompson, CEO of Partnership Radio, radio consultant Tony Gray, and radio personality Howard McGee.
Photos by Bernard Williams.