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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · 27d

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · 27d

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Aug 22

I spoke to Chris Smalls about his organizing journey, his recent experience in an Israeli prison, &his future plans, including “revitalizing” the American Labor Party.

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He Tried to Bring Aid to Gaza. Now He's Ready to Sue Israel

Former Amazon Labor Union president Chris Smalls said Israel’s military forces assaulted him after intercepting an aid flotilla heading to Gaza.

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Aug 14

Drake has made a fortune from hip-hop while pretending its core tenets don’t apply to him. But maybe, to his ardent fans, they don’t.

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Drake’s Litigious Moves Aren’t “Hip-Hop” — But It Doesn’t Matter To His Fans

Drake has made a fortune from hip-hop while pretending its core tenets don’t apply to him. But maybe, to his ardent fans, they don’t.

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Aug 11

A source close to Lil Wayne tells @rollingstone.com that the recent mixtape uploads on his DSP pages were “not legitimate,” exemplifying what one industry insider says is a “too easy” process for people to upload unlicensed music to artist’s official pages.

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Classic Lil Wayne and Rick Ross Mixtapes Are Showing up on Streaming Without Permission

Industry insiders say it’s ‘too easy’ for a random person to upload an artist’s unlicensed music to their page

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Jul 28

I wrote about the ins and outs of Clipse’s ‘Let God Sort Em Out’ rollout. It was an intentional, nostalgic press run that, for several reasons, we may never see again.

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Clipse Had the Most Traditional Album Rollout in Years--and It Worked

Blog-era rap fans were treated to a wealth of interviews and teasers ahead of the album, which proved to be Clipse's best-performing record yet

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Jul 28

Spoke with Tyler Carter & Jackie Plaza of SeaWorld San Diego about their Y2K hip-hop & R&B-celebrating Summer Spectacular series

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How SeaWorld San Diego Made One of the Summer's Most Viral Concert Series

From Bow Wow to the Ying Yang Twins, the aquatic amusement park has been home to some surprisingly well-curated concert lineups

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Jul 23

Profiled rising Queens rapper Bay Swag. Talked about his new album 'Damaged Thoughts,' his father Bay Lloyd's influence on his life, &the rise of 'Sexy Drill.'

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How Bay Swag Turned His Pain Into a Debut That's Both Fun and Vulnerable

Queens MC also talks about his friendships with rap legends like Young Thug and Meek Mill, and the influence of his incarcerated father on his work

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Jul 17

The Wu-Tang Clan’s possible MSG farewell was a star-studded showcase worth of their legacy.

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Wu-Tang Clan Bid Farewell to New York in Majestic Fashion

Wu Tang Clan bring the ruckus to Madison Square Garden during their farewell tour.

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Jul 8

Drake’s ‘What Did I Miss’ is solid, but it feels less convincing due to his UMG lawsuit. The dynamic could be a harbinger for his ‘Iceman’ era.

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Drake's 'Iceman' Era Could Be a Misstep if It's Too Focused on Beef

Drake's 'Iceman' lead single "What Did I Miss" hints at a vengeance-filled project

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Jul 6

the reaction after the Diddy verdict proves that too many of us don’t know how to be real about patriarchal violence, &may never will.

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Beating RICO Charges Doesn't Make Diddy a Hero

The public's focus on Sean "Diddy" Combs evading the more serious charges against him ignores the plight of his victims

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Jun 13

I spoke with several Angelenos bout the ICE raids in LA &their experience at recent protests, which was much different than what Trump is telling the world.

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'L.A. Was Not on Fire': Angelenos Speak on Trump's ICE Raids and 'Escalation'

Angelenos dispute Donald Trump’s claim that L.A. “would be burning down,” amid anti-ICE protests, if he didn’t send in the National Guard.

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Final Girlboss @scarletteharris.bsky.social · May 18

“We’re consistently so fascinated by queerness that it takes precedence over sexual assault.”
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The Diddy Allegations Aren't Entertainment. They're Disturbing

The sexual misconduct allegations against Diddy continue to be disturbing. But to some, they’re entertaining.

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · May 23

The Joey Bada$$ vs. everyone beef is fun — if you don't ask too many questions about its genesis or homophobic bars

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The Joey Bada$$ vs. Everyone Beef Is Fun, But What's It Really About?

Joey Badass' feud with Ray Vaughn and a slew of others has been marred by homophobic bars and a general feeling of attention-seeking

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · May 23

i wrote this ✍🏿

Rolling Stone @rollingstone.com · May 23

Rob49 has the whole world saying “WTHelly.”

The exuberant New Orleans rapper tells Rolling Stone about his latest viral hit, sharing music with his friend Justin Bieber (“We always be on that”), and more.

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Rob49 Has the Whole World Saying 'WTHelly'

New Orleans rapper Rob49 talks about his viral hit 'WTHelly,' being friends with Justin Bieber, and more in our new interview.

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · May 17

Misogynoir is a systemic issue worldwide. But the way it’s manifesting in the hip-hop community, fueled by an online culture increasingly influenced by the misogynistic “manosphere,” is more suffocating than ever.

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Hip-Hop Has a History of Misogyny. The Internet is Making it Worse

Cassie's testimony in the Diddy trial is fueling rumors and speculation from commentators online. It's part of a worrisome trend of misogynoir

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · May 15

You can read here

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https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/young-black-voters-2024-biden-1234965054/

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · May 15

Proud to say that I received a 2025 @nypressclub.bsky.social Journalism Award for Political Reporting for my 2024 ‘Young, Black, And Done With Biden’ report.

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · May 10

i was wearing an alfredo hoodie &black renaissance sweats recently &didnt realize til i was outside lol

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · May 8

I spoke to @pjmorton.bsky.social about acquiring & 're-presenting' the legendary Studio In The Country in Bogalusa, LA, where he plans to start a festival &live performance series.

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PJ Morton Is 'Re-Presenting' a Legendary Louisiana Studio for a New Generation

Musician PJ Morton purchased Studio in the Country, where Stevie Wonder and Willie Nelson once recorded, to preserve the Louisiana landmark.

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andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Apr 22

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Fred October @dolphinsafeham.bsky.social · Apr 17

I read this today and you should too. Absolutely fantastic.

andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Apr 17

My first @rollingstone.com cover profile: A crosscountry, all-hours-of-the-night journey to speak with Lil Wayne.

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Nitish Pahwa @nitishpahwa.com · Apr 17

Andre is unstoppable—congrats, my friend

andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Apr 17

My first @rollingstone.com cover profile: A crosscountry, all-hours-of-the-night journey to speak with Lil Wayne.

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Asawin Suebsaeng @swin24.bsky.social · Apr 17

read this story

Side note: proud to have a story i contributed to — CITIZEN ELON — sitting there on the cover next to Andre’s work

andrejgee @andrejgee.bsky.social · Apr 17

My first @rollingstone.com cover profile: A crosscountry, all-hours-of-the-night journey to speak with Lil Wayne.

www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...

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