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Noah Serethe

9.27.23

"Slime You Out": Drake and SZA's Lyrical Alchemy

Drake and SZA, has recently swept the globe with their most recent single, "Slime You Out." This unique and intriguing song has already attracted a lot of attention...

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Keri Howard |

5.27.22

Olivia Rodrigo's Journey: One Year Since her First Album Release

It’s been one year since the young pop-star, Olivia Rodrigo, released her first music album “Sour”. Since her debut, Olivia Rodrigo has won 3 Grammy Awards and named Women of the Year in 2022.

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Keri Howard |

6.17.22

BTS: The First K-Pop Band to be Invited to the White House

BTS is the most famous K-Pop band in the world now, and recently, they were invited to the white house to speak about anti-Asian hate crimes and inclusivity. Being the first K-Pop band to be...

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Jenny Wang

9.22.23

BTS To Renew Contracts With Big Hit Music

In a move that’s sure to thrill ARMYs around the world, all seven BTS members have officially committed to renewing their contracts with BigHit Music and HYBE...

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Jenny Wang

9.29.23

Boys Planet: Where Are They Now?

Throughout the show, the trainees trained rap, dance, and vocal skills through a variety of battles. On April 20, 2023, the nine members of ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) were announced....

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Julianna Soriano |

3.7.22

STAYC’S YOUNG-LUV.COM -- defying genres and taking over the world

It’s been two weeks since STAYC’s third mini album release YOUNG-LUV.COM, and we took this time to soak it all in and live our daydreams vicariously through this album. YOUNG-LUV.COM gives us that...

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Mishalle Jogezai

8.18.23

French Montana's "Unforgettable" Makes a Remarkable Comeback in 2023

"Unforgettable," featuring Swae Lee of the American hip-hop duo Rae Sremmurd, made its debut in 2017 as part of French Montana's album "Jungle Rules." The song immediately...

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Mishalle Jogezai

8.21.23

Travis Scott Takes Fans on a journey with His Latest Album "UTOPIA"

Travis Scott, the boundary-pushing artist known for his genre-blurring sound and immersive live performances, has once again shaken the music world with the release of his popular new album "UTOPIA...

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Mizan Ahmed

9.15.23

Daniel Caesar's "Never Enough": Vulnerability and Soulful Songwriting

Daniel Caesar's latest album, "Never Enough," stands as a testament to his ability to bare his soul through his music. With every track, he delves into the depths of vulnerability, crafting....

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Kareem Halabi

9.13.23

MTV VMAs 2023

After nearly four hours of must-see performances, a surprise guest appearance, record-breaking award victories, and an epic celebration of hip-hop's 50th anniversary, MTV's greatest music event came..

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Jenny Wang

9.25.23

Introducing JYP And Republic Records American Girl Group: VCHA

For the past few months, K-pop fans have turned to the new reality competition that is America 2 Korea (A2K). The show’s premise involves contestants earning “stones” ...

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Marshall Xie

9.25.23

Laufey: The Jazz Sensation Reigniting the Genre's Flame

What sets Laufey apart is her unique fusion of jazz, folk, and pop elements, creating a sound that resonates with both jazz enthusiasts and a younger audience...

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Noah Serethe

9.27.23

Lil Tecca's Tec: Album Review

The highly awaited sophomore album from Lil Tecca, the 21-year-old hip-hop sensation, is called "TEC," and it's safe to say that it demonstrates the artist's development and professional maturity...

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Luke Bieber

8.17.23

Remembering XXXTentacion: A Legacy in Music

The music industry has seen its fair share of influential figures throughout its history, and XXXTentacion, born Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy, was undoubtedly one of the most polarizing artists....

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Mizan Ahmed

9.15.23

Beabadoobee's 'The Way Things Go'

eabadoobee, the multifaceted artist enchanting us with her indie rock and bedroom pop fusion, has once again ignited our musical curiosity with her latest single, "the way things go."

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Abdullah Khateeb

9.22.23

How to Write Songs Like Sia

n the world of music, there are few artists as enigmatic and prolific as Sia. While her distinctive voice and captivating performances have earned her a well-deserved spot in the limelight...

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Patricia Mapeso |

10.18.22

How Steve Lacy Makes the Most with Less

Steve Lacy is a singer, songwriter, record producer, and living proof that you don’t need the most advanced or high-tech studio equipment to create music that listeners will love...

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Rachel Yin |

10.17.22

Phoebe Bridgers: A Deep Dive into Songwriting

Phoebe Bridgers is an American songwriter, singer, and producer who has, in recent years, gained mainstream recognition with the release of her sophomore album “Punisher” in 2020...

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Mishalle Jogezai

8.18.23

Julia Michaels' Raw Emotion and Vulnerability in New EP "Amethyst"

Julia Michaels, the gifted singer-songwriter known for her emotionally charged lyrics and captivating melodies, has once again captured the hearts of fans worldwide...

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Luke Bieber

8.18.23

Pop Smoke: A Rising Star Taken Too Soon

Pop Smoke had a brief but impactful career. Born Bashar Barakah Jackson on July 20, 1999, in Brooklyn, New York, Pop Smoke quickly rose to...

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Mishalle Jogezai

8.18.23

The Weeknd: A Timeless Star who Continues to Shine Bright in the Music Industry

Ever since his emergence onto the music scene, The Weeknd, born Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, has proven himself to be an artist of exceptional talent and staying power...

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Ben Goldenberg

9.22.23

How to Reinvent Your Sound Like The Weeknd & Taylor Swift

So how have the two superstars managed to stay dominant in the industry throughout their long careers? The answer lies within their artist direction– they both have the ability to evolve their....

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Srushti Patel |

8.19.22

Snapchat Announces a $100,000 Monthly Grant for Artists

Snapchat has recently announced Snapchat Sounds Creator Fund, a monthly grant program of up to $100,000 awarded to independent artists distributing music on the platform...

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Keri Howard |

6.6.22

SEVENTEEN is Going "HOT" This Summer

SEVENTEEN (세븐틴) is a 13 member Korean boy band under Pledis Entertainment. They are split into 3 teams, the Hip Hop unit (S.coups, Wonwoo, Mingyu, Vernon), the Vocal unit (Jeonghan, Joshua, Woozi...

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Julianna Soriano |

4.2.22

5 Upcoming K-Pop Debuts To Watch For 2022

Debut: April 2022 After having competed on the reality survival show, “My Teenage Girl”, the seven-member group CLASS:y was formed, signing a seven-year contract with label, M25. The group was...

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