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What Had Happened Was

This collection demands attention and introspection by offering a raw yet eloquent portrayal of the intersections of history, identity, and systemic oppression. It’s an essential read for people seeking to honor the complexity of the experiences of Black Americans.

The Witch Studies Reader

An illuminating and vibrant collection of work for scholars of women’s and queer studies, as well as readers interested in women’s empowerment, paganism, and witchcraft.
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Made in NuYoRico: Fania Records, Latin Music, and Salsa’s Nuyorican Meanings

Written more like a commentary on Fania’s cultural significance to Latin music and Nuyorican culture than an overall history, this work will be of interest to diehard fans of salsa and music professors.
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Blues Mamas and Broadway Belters: Black Women, Voice, and the Musical Stage

A deep dive offering a valuable perspective to readers interested in the history of Black women vocalists.
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Unspooled: How the Cassette Made Music Shareable

A solid blend of history and nostalgia about cassette tapes that’s perfect for Gen Xers and older readers.
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Fire Dreams: Making Black Feminist Liberation in the South

WWAV’s experiences serve as an exemplar of Black women organizing in the South. Highly recommended for readers interested in grassroots activism and community organizing.

Live Dead: The Grateful Dead, Live Recordings, and the Ideology of Liveness

An accessible and convincing deep dive into live Dead and the ways in which their music continues to resonate in many nonmusical ways.

The Bars Are Ours: Histories and Cultures of Gay Bars in America, 1960 and After

A powerful celebration and examination of LGBTQIA+ nightlife. This book will serve as a significant record of evolving cultural touchstones and queer communities across the country.
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