OPINION: His new album, “New Blue Sun” is instrumental, and that’s cool, but we want to hear him rhyme. I interviewed André recently for my podcast, “Toure Show.” The episode comes out Nov. 22. I ...

André 3000 caused a stir in the news this month after announcing a new solo project that leans into the Outkast rapper’s musical interests of late. I know that some have tired of the discourse around ...

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Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. I interviewed André recently for my podcast, “Toure Show.” The episode ...