Category Archive: Music

BLK JKS: Return to the Charts

Often times we see artists who fit their genre to a T,  but others can traverse outside of their set style and take up various sounds at once. The South African band BLK JKS can not be pinned down to just one genre, as they capture the mixed sounds of punk, rock, African soul, and jazz in their impressive discography. After a 12-year-long hiatus, the band has returned with their highly-anticipated sophomore album, “Abantu/ About Humans.”

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Lila Ike’: Where I Come From

Music can serve as an outlet for people to distract themselves from the real world. A great song or artist has the power to not only boost moods but can improve mental health. Sometimes all it takes is hearing an artist sing about their struggles to make someone else feel like their issues are valid. Jamaican singer Lila Iké unapologetically expresses herself and her raw emotions within her music. 

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JID: From Football to Fame

Atlanta is known for many things: the Georgia Aquarium, Delta Airlines, traffic. And there is a proud and profound rap culture. I’m an Atlanta native (Northside Hospital), and I grew up listening to Outkast, Lil Jon and the Eastside Boyz, and Ludacris. Atlanta rap is just as distinct and realized as west and east coast rap culture, and Atlanta practically oozes with the essence of hip-hop. So, how does an up-and-coming rapper leave their mark on the scene? Where do these talents come from? This is where trap talents like JID, also known as Destin Route, come into play. 

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Zayn Malik: Change of Direction

If there’s one thing the entire world loves, it’s a televised singing competition. There’s been so many different ones from the 80s to today. From Star Search to American Idol and its numerous spin-offs. The shows have grown into a lovable reality show, where you come to know and love certain contestants while cheering them on and rooting for their success. American Idol is the standard, they set the bar for these types of shows. Winners from Idol-like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Fantasia Barrino and finalists like Clay Aiken and Jennifer Hudson have each been able to capitalize on the success of their performances on these shows as well.

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Dua Saleh: Rule Breaker, Risk Taker & Music Maker

Dua Saleh is a force of inspiration and creative output that no chains have the strength to restrain. The artist uses poetic satire inclusive of sultry, aggressive, and theatrical musicality to transmit awareness for queer rights, police brutality and dive into their Sudanese heritage. Dua is a portrait for young voices and the power to commission change and understanding they hold in today’s society. 

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