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Janelle Monáe: sister from another planet

Inspired by sci-fi novels and Afro-futurists, Janelle Monáe is a cyber diva taking R&B into far-out places. Dorian Lynskey meets the most compelling new character in popOver the last four years, Prince, Sean "Diddy" Combs and Big Boi from Outkast have all taken Janelle Monáe under their wing. I wonder what each one thought when he first met her, because the 24-year-old singer is possibly the most focused, self-contained person I have ever encountered. Her choice of words is as meticulous as he...

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20:36 on August 26 2010

Janelle Monáe: sister from another planet

Guardian Music — Inspired by sci-fi novels and Afro-futurists, Janelle Monáe is a cyber diva taking R&B into far-out places. Dorian Lynskey meets the most compelling new character in pop... more info
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