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Steve Reich and the Politics of Race with Sumanth Gopinath

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Exploring 'Come Out': Context and Controversy in Electronic Music

This chapter examines the historical significance of 'Come Out' in the context of police brutality against Black individuals, particularly during the Harlem Six case and the Harlem riots. Through the personal narrative of a victim, it explores the piece's influence on electronic music and its deep-rooted connections to civil rights and social justice.

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