afrofuturism

Sci-Fi Goes Hi-Fi: 10 Artists’ Foray into Hip-Hop Futurism

Sci-Fi Goes Hi-Fi: 10 Artists’ Foray into Hip-Hop Futurism

A host of artists have carved out a niche in the interplanetary margins that now rest in hip-hop culture. Some call it an expansion on Afrofuturist philosophies; others simply a long-time propensity for the science-fiction genre.

Sudan Archives Takes an Afrofuturist Approach on New EP ‘Sink’

Sudan Archives Takes an Afrofuturist Approach on New EP ‘Sink’

New EP Sink reinforces violinist Sudan Archives' cosmic creative vision.

‘Chocolate Cities’ Draws New Maps of Black American Life

‘Chocolate Cities’ Draws New Maps of Black American Life

A classic Parliament track inspires a new look at how black Americans moved, made connections, and created a nation-within-a-nation.

‘Black Panther’ Is Its Own Kind of Animal

‘Black Panther’ Is Its Own Kind of Animal

Marvel Studios scores another major success, and taps the zeitgeist, by allowing Ryan Coogler free reign to make the most thoughtful, socially conscious superhero film to date.

Clipping.: Splendor & Misery

Clipping.: Splendor & Misery

If any group were to succeed in making a rap opera in outer space, it would be Clipping.
Golden Dawn Arkestra: Stargazer

Golden Dawn Arkestra: Stargazer

There's a Ra connection here in more than name. And there's a legend surrounding one of the key players and his relationship to the Great One. True or untrue, that story only adds to the mystery behind this good-time release.

Power Up: Janelle Monáe, Afrofuturism, and Plurality

Janelle Monáe: The ArchAndroid