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Justin Bieber releases sultry and controversial “Justice”

Justin Bieber releases sultry and controversial “Justice”
A far cry from “Believe,” Bieber contemplates deeper themes on his 12th album.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor March 23, 2021

Released March 19, “Justice” soars above previous works, adding in rock elements and self-contemplation all while returning to his classic ballad writing. The album features some especially lucrative features like Daniel Caesar, Benny Blanco, Dominik Fike and Chance the Rapper. The best songs, arguably,...

Get pumped for the semester with this back-to-school playlist

Here are a few music necessities from this summer to help you dance back into the school routine.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor September 3, 2019

Summer has gone away as quickly as it came, and the busyness of the semester is about to hit. If you are looking to get caught up on a few summer music hits, want to find new study music or just need some new jams, this playlist is for you.   “Lover” - Taylor Swift Since the 2006 release of her...

Prepare for the semester with our back-to-school playlist

Here are a few songs that can hopefully help you get back into the groove of school.
Chris Baeza, Freelance Writer January 19, 2019

Winter break has come and gone and classes are in full swing. If you have not been listening to music this week because you have been too busy waiting in line for books or trying to figure out how to do homework during a blackout, this back-to-school playlist may be for you. With songs ranging from indie/alternative...

God trends among the hip-hop crowd

God trends among the hip-hop crowd
The release of Snoop Dogg's gospel album reveals a new trend in hip-hop.
John Kay, Freelance Writer April 15, 2018

Hip-hop artists have long incorporated faith-based elements within their songs, creating a recent trend of popular artists recognizing God. Chance the Rapper and his album “Coloring Book” won Grammy Awards’ best rap album of 2017 while embodying strong gospel themes. Kendrick Lamar also...

Chance the Rapper’s Grammy performance endures

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The rapper’s performance became much more than leading worship — it started conversations.
Ashia Lee, Writer March 14, 2017
The rapper’s performance became much more than leading worship — it started conversations.

Spirituality retains presence in secular music

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Students and faculty support a shift away from the dogmatics of Christian music.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer November 16, 2016
Students and faculty support a shift away from the dogmatics of Christian music.

Tyler the Creator’s carnival brought the noise

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Camp Flog Gnaw’s fifth annual carnival manifests and expands the rapper’s ideas.
Cassidy Campos, Writer November 15, 2016
Camp Flog Gnaw’s fifth annual carnival manifests and expands the rapper’s ideas.

“Big Baby D.R.A.M.” loses momentum

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Album only meets half of fans’ expectations.
Cassidy Campos, Writer November 1, 2016
Album only meets half of fans’ expectations.

Flog Gnaw triumphs over Complex-Con

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Complex-Con’s lineup crumbles while Camp Flog Gnaw continues to grow.
Cassidy Campos, Writer October 18, 2016
Complex-Con’s lineup crumbles while Camp Flog Gnaw continues to grow.

Mac Miller fails hip-hop roots

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The rapper’s singing prevents his new approach from succeeding.
Cassidy Campos, Writer September 20, 2016
The rapper’s singing prevents his new approach from succeeding.