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Xav A. Releases Catchy New Tune 'Old Milk'
Just a couple weeks ago R&B/Pop artist Xav A. released his fall single and music video "Old Milk." He stated that he hopes one day this song can be in the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. When you hear this song it gives you that back in the day, 80's dance feel. The music video is very retro and almost looks like a fun video game you would play in an arcade or a old system back in the day.
By Dana white7 years ago in Beat
In My Eyes: City Pop
The end of 2018 is only three months away, and moving onto the next year means more advances in technology, social networking, and global issues. However, over the past couple of years, there has been a few trends that have begun to resurface onto the scene with a new generation of listeners (including me) anticipating every finger-licking moment of it; and it's retro. Lofi hip-hop and City Pop are the two most spectaculars that have made its way back into mainstream, as Japan during the 80s was easily overlooked because of how voluminous the US was at the time, City pop never got into a good run, but the history of these two wonderful genres have become one the biggest live stocks in the generation to date as popularity in aesthetics, and K-pop have broken borders in the West, giving the East some credit.
By vento aureo7 years ago in Beat
The Flava Flavs of Our Generation
While traveling to my classes via ride sharing services; my driver brought up her opinions on the rappers of the current day. Like many people who grew up in the old school era of rap and R&B, she didn't understand the success of rappers like Lil Pump, DJ Khalid, or Lil Yachty. She wondered what about them made this new generation flock to them or why her little brother kept singing about a gang of Gucci.
By Kendall Earl7 years ago in Beat
Enjoy the Gig with Your Eyes and Ears
A couple of months ago, my boyfriend went to Reading Festival with his family. And although I wasn't there, I sort of got to be—no, he didn't freak out security by bringing another person along in his bag, but when he got back I got a lot of photos to curb my jealousy.
By E.W Hemmings7 years ago in Beat
Are Memes Now the Key to Making Successful Music?
The internet loves memes, and music seems to love memes too. Hit songs and trending memes are starting to go hand in hand with one another. It's as if one can't survive without the other. This makes a person wonder if the key to making successful music is creating a successful meme. Well, that's at least the theory I have.
By Sarah Loyd7 years ago in Beat
Respect for BTS and ARMY
With worldwide superstars BTS appearing on multiple shows and speaking at the UN; the world's attention has been on ARMY and the band. The Love Yourself Campaign was created to fight violence and promote confidence in oneself. The campaign has not only gained millions of outspoken supporters; it has also raised over a million dollars, thanks to BTS donating a percentage of their sales of the love yourself series to the campaign. Several news stations, both local and nationwide, have reported on the impact that BTS has made. However, as BTS has made the minds of the general public change, there are still many people who do not fully understand the impact of the multi award winning group.
By Kendall Earl7 years ago in Beat
K-Pop Songs to Feel Better
K-pop is a genre that is the generalized term for Korean pop. Although there are such things as K-rock and K-indie and such. But overall a lot of people generalize it as K-pop. And like western music, there are certain songs that would make someone happy, sad, angry, etc. And because K-pop is my favorite genre... here are the top ten songs that I listen to so I could feel better. Please note, this list is compiled of songs that personally make me feel better.
By Heerin Park7 years ago in Beat
KCON'18NY
So earlier this year, I actually experienced my first KCON ever. No I didn't go to the concert if you're wondering. Mostly because it was already sold out when I was planning to go. But that's okay because I did get to see a group that I've been wanting to see for a really long time without having to go to the concert.
By Heerin Park7 years ago in Beat
20 Most Difficult Songs to Sing
The music industry may be marketed pretty heavily, but all the big-label marketing in the world can't make up for a good voice. Even with record labels like EMI behind you, you'll still need an amazing voice to make sure that you have the success you want in a career in music.
By Ossiana Tepfenhart7 years ago in Beat
