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Keinemusik: Revolutionizing the Electronic Scene

November 28, 2023

Keinemusik, an innovative music-creator collective from Berlin, represents a distinctive movement in the electronic music scene. The group's name, which translates to "no music" in German, embodies...

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Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign's Album: Anticipation Builds Amidst Controversy

November 28, 2023

The music world is buzzing with anticipation as Kanye West, now known as Ye, and Ty Dolla $ign are set to release their joint album, a project enveloped in both excitement and controversy...

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TikTok - Changing the Music Industry

November 24, 2023

There is no question that technology and the internet is changing the way in which many aspects of the world operate. The internet has rapidly accelerated the rate that information can be...

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Phonk Music and the Gym and Car Communities

November 24, 2023

People often say that music is a universal language. It is one of those things that all humans understand and enjoy, and it has an incredible ability to bring people together and create a sense...

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André 3000: Challenging the Notion of Age in Rap Music

November 24, 2023

In the world of hip-hop, André 3000 is a name that commands respect and admiration. As one-half of the iconic rap duo OutKast, he has left an indelible mark on the music industry...

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Chaz Mishan: Crafting for YG Entertainment's BABYMONSTER's Debut Single "Batter Up"

November 22, 2023

In a testament to the global nature of the music industry, Chaz Mishan, renowned producer and composer based in Los Angeles, has joined forces with YG Entertainment's talented songwriters...

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YG Entertainment's BABYMONSTER: Redefining Girl Group Dynamics in K-Pop

November 22, 2023

BABYMONSTER emerged from YG Entertainment’s relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence in the music industry. Known for its ability to cultivate global sensations such as BLACKPINK and BIGBANG...

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Thrash Metal - An Aging Genre

November 16, 2023

The thrash metal genre emerged in the early 1980s. Characterized by intricate guitar use, lightning-fast tempos, and its overall bold, aggressive themes, thrash was groundbreaking and quickly became..

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Travis Scott’s Telekinesis

October 27, 2023

Travis Scott, the Houston-born hip-hop sensation, has taken the world by storm with his innovative soundscapes and boundary-pushing creativity. His latest single, "Telekinesis”...

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Drake and J.Cole’s “First Person Shooter”: A Masterpiece in Modern era

October 25, 2023

The lyrics of “First Person Shooter” are a testament to both artists’ lyrical prowess. The song explores themes of success, legacy, and rivalry in the rap industry...

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They're Not Real? The Rise in Virtual Kpop Groups

October 24, 2023

As virtual technology continues to evolve and we move towards the metaverse future, the K-pop industry has begun delving into all the possibilities...

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Sunmi Becomes the 'Stranger' With New Single

October 23, 2023

After over a year of absence from the Kpop scene, solo artist Sunmi has recently come back with her eighth digital single, “STRANGER.” Co-written by Sunmi...

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Supergroup Boygenius Caps Off Recent Success with EP ‘The Rest’

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Boygenius, one of music’s latest supergroups consisting of Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Julien Baker, has just dropped a new EP with 4 tracks. This comes off the tail-end of the massive success that was their first full length album, “The Record”, and deliberately follows the same themes of struggling relationships and accepting one’s imperfect self. 

With returning collaborators such as Ethan Gruska and Marshall Vore, the integrity of their gritty production sound remains intact, notably granting equal voice and opportunity for each member to shine. The opening track, ‘Black Hole’, offers a solo Julien Baker who paints a picture of being alone on a dark night before she’s followed up with vocal harmonies Bridgers and Dacus. 

The baton is then passed to Lucy Dacus on ‘Afraid of Heights’, where she contemplates taking risks and encountering this in a relationship: “I Know you wanted me to take a risk / Not everybody gets the chance to live a life that isn’t dangerous”. Here, Dacus not only provides solace for people who value a comfortable life, but she criticizes people who glorify a life of senseless thrills and risks for the very sake of danger while others may be forced to live in such reality. And for artists who have such a large platform, I commend them for writing lyrical content that drives listeners to question and reflect on their values while also allowing them to relate to the music.