Russell Simmons saw the potential of rap street music in the mid-1970s and recognized that the mainstream entertainment industry was not aware of it;
he became a concert promoter and encouraged early rap groups to stay close to the dress styles and language of the inner-city African-American community.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Answer: TRUE
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