The sexual double standard in hip-hop became apparent when Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion released a hit single called “WAP.” The female rappers faced backlash as critics claimed the song to be vulgar and inappropriate, but why do female rappers receive criticism for lyrics similar to those that male rappers are praised for?
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Bands, Fans and Bandwagon Fans: Artist Spotlight — Brandon Harper aka Beau Golden
Photo courtesy of Brandon Harper “Ultimately as people, we just want to be happy.” Though a simple quote, it seamlessly exposes the reason of our actions as humans. I had the pleasure of interviewing the talented singer, songwriter and producer Brandon Harper who professionally goes by Beau Golden. Harper explains how creating music gives him […]
2019 Grammy Awards Highlights: Kacey Musgraves, Cardi B, Dua Lipa & More Take Home Top Awards
The 61st annual awards show gave out more awards to female artists in top categories and featured other Grammy-worthy moments.
Best Hip-Hop of 2017
Top 3, Top 3, Top 3 (Drake voice)
Artist’s Corner: Katie Walker
Photos Courtesy of Katie Walker Junior Katie Walker always wanted to be a dancer. From the first time her grandmother took her to a show at two years old, she fell in love. “Dance is communication, kind of like speech,” Walker said. “Each eight count is a sentence and conveys an idea.” Walker is one […]
Black Violin Shatters Stereotypes in Smothers
Photos by Kayla Lee Musical duo Black Violin performed for an audience of all ages on Wednesday, Feb. 1 in Smothers Theatre, combining classical music with hip-hop to create a unique sound with the goal of breaking musical stereotypes. This was the group’s 17th show on their 2016-2017 Unity Tour. The group consists of viola […]
Drake Celebrates His Birthday with New Music
Drake premiered four new songs on his Apple Music OVO radio show October 28.
Media Against Media Threatens Artistic Expression
The media faces double standard lash-back.
The Pressure: Race & Sex
As a black man, I can’t be abstinent. Well, at least it seems that way. There is pressure to have sex. When I turn on music to get me through the day or get me from class to class, that fresh R&B crooner or hip-hop heavyweight — who looks like me or sounds like me […]
Hip-Hop Legend Opens Up in ‘Nas: Time is Illmatic’
Photo Courtesy of Tribeca Film The life story of the king of hip-hop is now available for purchase/rent online. “Nas: Time is Illmatic” documents the journey of Nasir “Nas” Jones from kid in the projects to legendary emcee. It focuses on the creation and cultural weight of Nas’s 1994 album “Illmatic.” Fittingly, the film begins […]
