kanye Archives - The Chimes

A headliner’s homecoming: return of Ye West

For the first time since 2016, Kanye West performs as a concert headliner.

Bea Mason, Staff Writer • April 21, 2026

Dropped March 28, 2026, Kanye (Ye) West released his twelfth studio album “BULLY.” Relatively silent since “Donda 2,” listeners were ecstatic for his return. Along with the release of the album, West returned to the stage as a headliner on April 1, 2026, at Sofi Stadium. West has not headlined...

“Jesus is King” is powerful, yet unsatisfying

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...

From Yeezus to Jesus: Kanye fans should not fear his gospel attempt

Kanye’s attempts at gospel during his live shows have proven that fans should not fear a spiritual Kanye.

Sammy Newcomer • October 5, 2019

With his new album “Jesus is King” releasing this fall, Kanye West once again turned to his pre-album release routine of making bold claims to keep himself in the spotlight. Although the album has been pushed multiple times from its original release date, select fans had the opportunity to hear the...