'Riverdale' creator apologizes and vows to better represent people of color
Following Vanessa Morgan‘s words about the issues regarding the treatment of black actors and characters on Riverdale this week, the show’s creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is releasing a statement apologizing to Morgan and saying they are planning ways to do better for the black community. In the post, Aguirre-Sacasa also says all of the Riverdale writers have made a donation to...
Universal Music Group pledges $25 million for a social justice task force
After calls from the Weeknd for major labels and streaming services to donate to organizations involved in social justice and ending racism, Universal Music Group is revealing a $25 million “Change Fund” and a Task Force for Meaningful Change (TFMC). According to Rolling Stone who obtained a letter to colleagues from the company, several executives are addressing six areas of focus...
10 black-owned fashion brands to support instead of Dolls Kill
Alternative fashion store Dolls Kill is currently being boycotted due to an insensitive post from the founder appearing to support police brutality. This isn’t the first time they’ve had claims of racism against them, though, as the company has had several instances of displaying unapologetic cultural appropriation. They’ve also been accused of being anti-sex worker...
Brands are cutting ties with Dolls Kill over Black Lives Matter comments
After calls for boycotts of fashion company Dolls Kill happened this week over their owner’s post regarding the current Black Lives Matter protests, clothing brand Broken Promises, as well as Killstar, are pledging to terminate their partnership with them immediately. Last night (June 4), Broken Promises released a statement addressing their stance on the issue while cutting ties. Read...
blackbear was unable to delay his new song but is donating sales to BLM
Numerous artists are delaying their singles and albums amid growing protests around the United States and across the globe over the killing of George Floyd. blackbear notes he was unable to pull his release from streaming services in time, but others have been able to delay their releases for today. Read More: These artists and labels...
Here's 10 protest songs to keep you informed, inspired and united
The protest song is a classic art form that touches your head and your heart simultaneously. It makes no difference what country issued your passport. Whether it’s the stirring messages of a South American teacher, the climate of early-’70s America or walking outside your door, any song that implores you to make the world better...
Norma Jean fans aren't accepting Cory Brandan’s apology for BLM post
After Norma Jean vocalist Cory Brandan shared a GIF on Twitter over the weekend that was insensitive of the Black Lives Matter movement, the vocalist is sharing a statement apologizing for his actions. Throughout his statement, Brandan acknowledges his responsibility in the harm he’s caused through his post but a lot of fans are divided about if the statement...
These artists and labels are donating their no-fee Bandcamp sales to BLM
Tomorrow marks another day of Bandcamp‘s initiative to put money in the pockets of artists during the coronavirus pandemic by getting rid of their fees but many artists and labels are deciding to donate all of their profits to Black Lives Matter initiatives. The company even has a full list of participants which you can find here to start considering...