With Bruno Mars’ last album, his turn to old-school R&B made him a perfect candidate for a collaboration with Anderson .Paak. “Leave The Door Open” proved that their new moniker as a duo, “Silk Sonic,” could become a favorite among critics and fans alike. Released on Nov. 12, the duo constructed...

While people relaxed in their homes celebrating a restful Easter afternoon, Justin Bieber surprised everyone with the release of a gospel EP titled “Freedom.” With his newest album “Justice” having been released not even three full weeks prior, “Freedom.” comes as a bigger shock to fans,...

Alicia Keys’ new album dropped on Friday and the 15-track work is genius, which was to be expected. Her career has featured R&B bops such as “No One,” “If I Ain’t Got You” and “Girl on Fire.” This album features tracks that speak into racial injustice, personal strength and a shifting...

Why go out of your way to go to a coffee shop when you can go to the Eddy? Coffee, donuts and sweet, soulful music were the highlights of this semester’s Eddy, exuding a live coffeehouse vibe. Talented artists Boston the Girl, Isaac Escamilla and headliner Kevin Garrett took to the stage to entertain...

In their heyday, soul and funk dominated the airwaves. Smooth harmonies from The Temptations and themes of love and heartbreak characterized ’60s and ’70s music. Artists like Parliament, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight and the Pips and Diana Ross alike paved the way for many African American artists...

Fame and fortune bring only so much happiness to fulfill one's urges and emptiness. Becoming recognizable and desired by the public can both be enjoyable and a burden. As Lady Gaga once said, “I don't think I could think of a single thing that's more isolating than being famous.” Though it may seem...

(This story was originally published in print on Mar. 28, 2019). Blending soul, R&B and hip-hop, sophomore cinema and media arts major Darnell Boone stands out as one of Biola’s most versatile student music artists. The Corona, California native has been uploading his music to SoundCloud for...

Two years after the release of “SweetSexySavage,” Kehlani’s latest mixtape “While We Wait” released on Feb 21. The mixtape features skilled and prominent artists such as Ty Dolla $ign, Dom Kennedy and 6lack, elegantly expressing her varied feelings throughout different romantic experiences. RELATIONSHIPS The...

Since releasing 2016’s summer anthem, “Location,” pop prodigy Khalid has grown into one of music’s most recognizable names. His 2017 debut album “American Teen” featured fresh, alternative and contemporary R&B cadences. As “American Teen” highlights Khalid’s love-hate relationship...

Tori Kelly released her sophomore album “Hiding Place” on Sept. 14, delving deep into her Christian roots with uplifting gospel. Although she had not previously classified her music under the Christian genre, the “Nobody Love” singer and wife of a Biola alum has always been outspoken about her...

FANS, FRIENDS AND FAMILY PAY RESPECTS Malcolm McCormick, known to rap music fans as Mac Miller, was pronounced dead in his Studio City home on Friday, Sept. 7, 2018 of an apparent overdose. The 26-year-old rapper came onto the music scene in 2010 when he signed with Rostrum Records, releasing his...