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Ye, Kyrie and the rise of antisemitism

Ye faces backlash after posting antisemitic content on Instagram.
Rapper and Brooklyn Nets star both promote dangerously false beliefs.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief November 5, 2022

The evil of antisemitism was on full display in recent weeks after rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, and Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving each posted false and offensive remarks about Jewish people. In an Instagram post, which has since been deleted, Ye insinuated that Jewish people control the...

Kanye West drops long-awaited “Donda” album

Kanye West drops long-awaited “Donda” album
West’s magnum opus is filled with some of his highest highs and mediocre lows.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer August 31, 2021

The “Donda” album released Sunday at 5 a.m. on Aug. 29 — marking a surreal moment for Kanye’s listeners. The lead-up itself was anything but ordinary, from three unique listening parties that stirred drama, to multiple release date announcements featuring different album covers. With no reliable...

Cold War Kids fail to expand horizons with “New Age Norms 1”

Despite a promising start, the band plays it safe in latest release.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer November 5, 2019

In the summer of 2018, Biola alumni and rock band Cold War Kids were on tour while the highly prolific Kanye West released five new albums from his label, G.O.O.D. Music. These albums were only seven tracks long and this format inspired the band to create a three-volume album, with “New Age Norms 1”...

“Jesus is King” is powerful, yet unsatisfying

Kanye West releases his first gospel album "Jesus Is King."
Kanye’s anticipated gospel album entertains, but does not live up to his previous releases.
Sammy Newcomer October 31, 2019

After multiple delays, Kanye finally delivered “Jesus is King” on Oct. 25. The release, in typical Kanye fashion, was surrounded by controversy. This time, the calamity surrounds Kanye’s “rebirth” and conversion to Christianity. While some Christians fear Kanye is using the name of Jesus as...

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...

“Quality Content” quips meme culture

Tim Seeberger/THE CHIMES
Soren Iverson’s senior thesis explores the universal absurdity of the internet.
Tim Seeberger, Writer April 5, 2017
Soren Iverson’s senior thesis explores the universal absurdity of the internet.

Echavox expands its creative breadth

Maxwell Heilman/ THE CHIMES
Andrew Eastman enlists the help of Ryan Kozycz as his vision gains momentum.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer December 7, 2016
Andrew Eastman enlists the help of Ryan Kozycz as his vision gains momentum.

“Coloring Book” provides a soulful journey

genius.com
Chance the Rapper returns to build upon his growing reputation as one of the best MCs with his third mixtape.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager May 17, 2016
Chance the Rapper returns to build upon his growing reputation as one of the best MCs with his third mixtape.

My Week with TIDAL

tidal.com
My first experience with an online streaming service was decidedly sub-par.
Christian Davis, Writer March 9, 2016
My first experience with an online streaming service was decidedly sub-par.

Hacktivist break out of the box

onrecordmag.com
The UK quintet’s debut does rap metal justice.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer March 8, 2016
The UK quintet’s debut does rap metal justice.

Life after Pablo

eonline.com
Kanye West continues to brilliantly challenge and frustrate his most dedicated fans.
Christian Davis, Writer February 16, 2016
Kanye West continues to brilliantly challenge and frustrate his most dedicated fans.

Kanye 2020

hypebeast.com
Our perceptions of hip-hop’s renaissance man tends to be one-sided.
Christian Davis, Writer September 9, 2015
Our perceptions of hip-hop’s renaissance man tends to be one-sided.