Photos by Brit Rivera Music is essential to most college students’ lives. Whether it’s a study tool or a way to relax, music touches people in unique ways. But there are some who take the art seriously enough to make it their focus at Pepperdine. Three Pepperdine undergraduate students share what inspired them to pursue their love of music, even in light of the demanding yet … [Read more...] about Facing the Music Q&A – Currents Magazine Spring 2015
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Understand the Real Kanye
Art by Peau Porotesano Somewhere deep in my soul lies an affinity for people with personalities that the general public loathes. Kanye West is one of those people. Doused in controversy, fresh off stealing the Grammy spotlight from Beck, Mr. West still holds my affection. From “College Dropout” to “808s & Heartbreak” to “Yeezus,” he can do no wrong. From swiping … [Read more...] about Understand the Real Kanye
If You’re Reading This, It’s Not Too Late
Art by Alysha Tsuji My relationship with Drake is a lot like my relationship with my senior year. A week ago, I didn’t like Drake. I never caught on to the fan craze. “Thank Me Later,” “Take Care,” “Nothing Was The Same” — none of it captivated me. Whenever someone said, “Drake,” all I could picture was Jimmy Brooks, the wheelchair kid. Sure he had his bangers, “Best I … [Read more...] about If You’re Reading This, It’s Not Too Late
Sia Sparks Pedophilia Controversy
Art by Peau Porotesano Sia. You’ve probably heard her name, and you’ve definitely heard her music. After all, her song “Chandelier” was essentially the soundtrack to summer 2014, and her platinum blonde hair can’t be missed during her performances. But recently, Sia is in the news again, this time for a different reason. Instead of being praised for her unusual, edgy style, … [Read more...] about Sia Sparks Pedophilia Controversy
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 or dresses like me — seemingly takes every opportunity to lace their lyrics with sexual connotations and … [Read more...] about The Pressure: Race & Sex
