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Had a busy week? Of course you did, you’re an American, being put to work for longer hours than you can stand is the American way. Doesn’t mean you should miss out on all the other million cool things that go on in and around the world. With that in mind, we figured we’d keep you up to speed with a weekend recap titled In Case You Missed It (ICYMI for the folks in the back). This weekend’s installment is a compendium of content that features an interview with the legendary music executive Clive Davis, a review of Puff Daddy's new film Can't Stop, Won't Stop: The Bad Boy Story, news about Erykah Badu's world tour, and a host of other items that you should check out as well.
Don’t get left behind, guys. Catch up with the news you missed out on and don’t forget to follow us @Okayplayer.
How the Rodney King Beating Became the First Viral Video + Changed America Forever
On March 3rd, 1991, George Holiday recorded four officers beating Rodney King. That footage quickly went viral. Here's how it happened.
Clive Davis Praises Chance The Rapper, Loves Hip-Hop + Talks Criticizing His Artists [Interview]
Our managing editor Kevito Clark sat down with Clive Davis. The "Father of the Modern Music Business" talked about his blessings, his criticisms and his thoughts on Chance The Rapper + Kanye West.
‘Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop: The Bad Boy Story’ Celebrates 90’s Hip Hop Era Superheroes [Review]
Writer Priscilla Ward shares her thoughts + insights on Puff Daddy's standout Tribeca film, Can't Stop, Won't Stop: The Bad Boy Story.
George Clinton, Terrace Martin + More Make This Year's Art of Cool Unmistakably Innovative [Recap]
The Bull City plays host to its annual Art of Cool festival in its revitalized downtown district, with acts George Clinton, Terrace Martin + more going in.
Erykah Badu Announces 2017 World Tour
Erykah Badu's Badu Vs. Everythang Tour 2017 A.D. will begin this month at Birmingham, Alabama's Funk Fest, and end with a series of performances in Japan.
Trump To End Michelle Obama’s Signature “Let Girls Learn” Program
The Trump Administration will end the "Let Girls Learn" program, which Michelle Obama started in 2015 to "facilitate educational opportunities for girls."
Made In America 2017 Lineup: Jay Z, J. Cole, Solange, Little Dragon & More
This year's Made In America festival is taking place on September 2-3 at Philadelphia's Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
This CeeLo Green Cover Of Childish Gambino’s “Redbone” Is…Something
We will let you decide for yourself how to feel about this cover of Childish Gambino's "Redbone" by CeeLo Green.
TLC Drops Their New Single “Haters” + Announces the Title for their Upcoming Album
TLC dropped "Haters," their new single. They also released the tracklist and title for their Kickstarter-funded new album.
Black Women Are Godly In New Jamila Woods’ Video For “Holy"
Directed by Sam Bailey — the music video for "Holy" is Jamila Woods' declaration of self-love and self-preservation, fueled by optimism and #BlackGirlMagic.
Big Sean's "Light" isn't an official single, but the rapper decided to release a video for it anyway. The powerful video addresses gun violence.
Nas Breaks Down “It Ain’t Hard to Tell” Lyrics for Harvard Poetry Professor Elisa New
Poetry in America has put out a new video featuring Nas and Harvard Poetry Professor Elisa New. The video is exclusively about "It Ain't Hard to Tell."
Marvel’s ‘The Defenders’ Promises Explosive Excitement In New Trailer
We finally get to see what happens when the stories of Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Iron Fist combine for Netflix's The Defenders show.
