Shamek Farrah
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Shamek Farrah’s “First Impressions” is an undervalued jazz album
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Shamek Farrah is a relative oddity in the jazz world, even among his familiars and those involved in the genre. His place as a saxophonist, by all relevant measures, should be one of great stature, considering his proficiency at the instrument, his striking originality and his unique conceptualizations of melodic, harmonic and creative themes. But…
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Mr. Potato Head goes gender neutral
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As demands for inclusivity go viral, companies and brands are forced to make their products suit the interests of consumers. In February 2020, Hasbro toy company announced a rebranding of the iconic Mr. Potato Head to be more gender-inclusive. By dropping the “Mr.”, Hasbro will be selling a new toy kit featuring two large potatoes…
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