In this mini DFCAC mini episode, I dive into the cover for Janelle Monae’s ambitious 2010 concept album, The ArchAndroid. I discuss the story of her alter ego–time traveling android Cindy Mayweather, the art deco glory of her crown, references to Metropolis, the Matrix, Sun Ra, Afrofuturism, magick, Nate “Rocket” Wonder and Chuck Lightning! 
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Theme music: "Jet in Jungle" by Damaged Bug, courtesy of John Dwyer
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SOURCES
https://nymag.com/arts/popmusic/features/66012/
https://www.thenation.com/article/society/metropolis-workers-class-uprising/
https://www.eruditorumpress.com/blog/a-short-guide-to-janelle-mone-and-the-metropolis-saga
https://www.grammy.com/news/2023-in-review-5-rb-trends-sza-summer-walker
https://www.mixonline.com/recording/wonder-lightning-meet-duo-behind-janelle-monae-and-deep-cotton-366458