Playlists demonstrate one’s relationship to music, something that can be so personal and vulnerable. Students explain their process and purpose for making and sharing playlists.
Spotify
Petty Perspective: Apples are Red, Androids are Green
Almost all iPhone users hate to see green text bubbles. Thus, Apple users should not use Spotify — an app that screams the color green.
Student Content Creators Speak Out On The Clock Takeover
Students with large followings on TikTok are speaking on the social media app taking over entertainment. They say it’s due to the short viewership attention span that has happened over time.
Fresh Faces: Musician Finds Her Sound
Fresh Faces features first-year and transfer students in an effort to unite Pepperdine students, regardless of where they are. This installment introduces Jackie Ferrari, a first-year singer-songwriter who said she hopes to encourage others with her music.
Pepperdine’s Women in Music: Singer/Songwriters Speak Out on Their Musical Journeys
It is time to shine the light on the women behind the music at Pepperdine. Whether playing in a musical duo, participating in Pepperdine’s music program or performing in the orchestra, these artists are creating the melodies of the future.
Fresh Faces: Transfer Finds Her Voice at Pepperdine
Fresh Faces features first-year and transfer students in an effort to unite Pepperdine students, regardless of where they are. The 14th installment introduces transfer student Diamond Longs, who discusses her dream of creating a record label and succeeding as an independent artist.
Pepp Sophomore Wants To Paddle Through the Sea of Music
The impact of COVID-19 on the music industry pushed many to think of creative ways to share music without the in-person experience of concerts, tours and festivals. In response, sophomore Sam Nicholson created Paddle, an app that combines music streaming and social media to allow users to share musical suggestions with friends.
2020 Mic Check with the Music Industry
Despite mass cancelations due to coronavirus, the music industry has found new ways to connect with fans and continues to impact pop culture by supporting movements like Black Lives Matter.
Ethics of Music Streaming
Is music streaming a necessary evil?
Making Music in the Dark
Student, DJ and music producer Rowland Evans opens up about his creative life as a night owl.
