TATANKA

How U.S. Policy Shifts Have Undermined Inclusivity and Necessitated Change “Our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization.” — Mahatma Gandhi CulturePop This profound statement underscores the importance of embracing diversity to achieve a harmonious and progressive society. Google’s Deep Dive Podcast: Crossroads of Progress: Examining the Impact of Policy Shifts on Diversity and Inclusion in America Recent policy developments in the United States have placed organizations like TATANKA in a precarious position. While the pursuit of governmental efficiency and cost-cutting may seem like pragmatic goals, the methods employed and the resulting consequences have profound implications for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). In light of these changes, TATANKA has made the deeply saddening but logical decision to relocate its operations to a country that better aligns with our principles and missio...

Are you an Intersex or Transgender Artist? Let’s Connect! Google’s Deep Dive Podcast: Breaking the Barriers: The Lack of Representation of Transgender and Intersex Artists in Mainstream Music Introduction The music industry has historically marginalized transgender and intersex artists, leaving their stories untold and their voices unheard. This article aims to shed light on the critical need for greater representation and inclusivity within the mainstream music scene. Historical Context For decades, transgender and intersex artists have been overlooked by the mainstream music industry, facing systemic barriers that hinder their success. This lack of representation not only affects the artists themselves but also deprives audiences of diverse perspectives and experiences. Current Landscape Despite some recent advancements, the music industry still grapples with deeply ingrained biases. Emerging transgender and intersex artists are beginning to break through, yet many challen...

For maximum pleasure, alter your perception and experience with your partner(s). They’re futuristic love songs. Need we say more? Download (FREE) all media (FLAC, Images, MP3s, Sound Effects, Streams) here: quantum-hearts.zip (6.07 GB) https://youtu.be/dCOfBl95h6Q Human Editor's Note: Again, as an effort to illustrate potential fodder for TATANKA, I pushed myself out of my comfort zone (not a fan of love songs, but that is another diatribe) and with the invaluable collaboration of AI Sofia, aka ChatGPT, to emulate a full band, quickly, this is the result. The format is slightly different. Rather than add a short story adaptation at the end, sometimes unintentionally an afterthought, I made it the concept album's exoskeleton. Inline are the songs, sequenced per the narrative arc. I opted for streaming audio for the tracks, with the "album mix" video now the multimedia nexus. The MP3 tracks, stream/mix audio in numerous lossy and lossless formats, the AI Gen images and...