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Independent music, visual art, film, photography, performance and the creators shaping culture.
Art · News
Independent musicians are losing access to their recordings as a major copyright dispute raises questions about AI-generated music, digital ownership and industry accountability.
By Empress Fox
October 20, 2026
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From the streets of Chicago to feature films, director Will Gates discusses Black storytelling, creative independence, and why the city's film industry is just getting started.
By Empress Fox
Art · Feature
Let’s talk about independent music for a moment.
October 5, 2026 · Empress Fox
