Tyler, The Creator had plenty to celebrate after winning Best New Artist at this years MTV VMA's but GLAAD (the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) was not so happy. The group has lashed out at Tyler and MTV claiming that the network needs to be more "responsible." The group states MTV needs to educatae viewers when it comes to anti-gay slurs like those that have been heard in Tyler's music.
According to AllHipHop.com, the sophomore album Goblin from Tyler, The Creator & Odd Future contains over 200 anti-gay slurs.
“Rather than providing simply a larger platform, MTV and other networks should educate viewers about why anti-gay and misogynistic language has no place in the music industry today,” said Senior Director of Programs, Herndon Graddick. “Given Tyler’s history of such remarks, viewers and potential sponsors should refrain from honoring homophobia and in the future look to a more deserving artist.”
This year, Tyler beat out fellow music artists Kreayshawn, Big Sean & Wiz Khalifa to win Best New Artist.
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