Sophomore James Davis sings at Pepperdine University on Oct. 22. Jazz has influenced many different genres. Photos by Melissa HoustonWith the strum of a guitar, the keys of a piano and the smoothness of vocals, jazz has entered the room.She walks in with grace and a little kick, setting her apart from her peers in funk and soul.Jazz began through a spirit of spontaneity. Groups … [Read more...] about Moving at the Speed of Jazz
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Socializing Through Stress: How House Music Helps Students’ Social Lives
Lintner holds his hand up while keeping one hand on the mixer at Pepperdine University on Oct. 22. DJs facing the audience while they mix the music live is a common style seen in house music events.A deep, thumping bassline, a steady 128 BPM tempo and a hypnotic and repetitive drum pattern often paired with minimal lyrics define one of today’s most popular music genres: … [Read more...] about Socializing Through Stress: How House Music Helps Students’ Social Lives
Hip-Hop: Growing With Music
Kenard poses with his fingers at Malibu Bluffs Park on Oct. 15. Kenard is from Canton, Ohio, but now lives in the Los Angeles area and is a student at Pepperdine University. Hip-hop is a middle-aged man. His beard is long, his clothes are new and he’s taken on a different tone than the one he used to be recognized by. His distinctive qualities that people identified him with … [Read more...] about Hip-Hop: Growing With Music
Country Music: A Return To Roots
Senior Emelia James plays a guitar at El Matador State Beach on Oct. 22. Photos by Katherine LytleCountry music extends far beyond horseback rides and Southern roots. Those who have never listened to a country song can still find a story they relate to in the lyrics. From Hank Williams and old country to Megan Moroney and modern country, one of the most hated genres of music … [Read more...] about Country Music: A Return To Roots
Students Decide Whether Spotify or Apple Music is Better
The long battle between Spotify and Apple Music gets tugged on daily, but who could be the final decision maker? College students. Pepperdine students debate whether Spotify or Apple Music are better and what their favorite features are. "Spotify is my favorite streaming service, I love all my different playlists," first-year Taylor Parnagian said. Apple Music First-year … [Read more...] about Students Decide Whether Spotify or Apple Music is Better
