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Afrika Bambaataa Denies Child Abuse Allegations In TV Interview

Until very recently, it was possible to view Afrika Bambaataa, without reservations, as a cultural hero. As a young gang leader, he helped bring peace to the South Bronx in the late ’70s, helping to create the environment from which hip-hop could emerge. And when it did, he proved to be a pioneer, expanding the […]

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15:41 on May 12 2016

Afrika Bambaataa Denies Child Abuse Allegations In TV Interview

Stereogum — Until very recently, it was possible to view Afrika Bambaataa, without reservations, as a cultural hero. As a young gang leader, he helped bring peace to the South Bronx ... more info

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