PinnedNicki v. The ManNicki Minaj is a hip hop legend known for her talent, image, and outspokenness. She’s had a lot of controversy and a lot of success. This…Apr 9, 2021Apr 9, 2021
Published inThe RiffMusic and Memes: The Rise of Lil Nas X and Doja CatAs someone in her early 20’s who loves music and entertainment, it’s exciting to finally see people my age become entertainers on a major…Apr 30, 20211Apr 30, 20211
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Taylor v. The ManTaylor Swift has been through the wringer over the course of her career. She is successful despite the smear campaigns against her because…Apr 2, 2021Apr 2, 2021
Pop Stars with Niche Cult ComebacksI’ve noticed in recent years that an alt-pop culture has emerged. Some pop stars from my generation’s youth are resurfacing in a rebranded…Mar 26, 2021Mar 26, 2021
Carrie Bradshaw Writes About HyperpopWhile browsing through streaming platforms and music blogs I saw it everywhere. It goes by many names: bubblegum bass, art pop, escape…Mar 11, 2021Mar 11, 2021
Cyclical Trends, Escapism, and Irony: The Disco RevivalThere was a major disco revival in 2020 with Kylie Minogue’s Disco, Dua Lipa’s Future Nostalgia, and After Hours by the Weeknd. With their…Mar 4, 20211Mar 4, 20211
The Joe Rogan Experience and Call Her Daddy: Two Sides of the Same CoinThe Joe Rogan Experience and Call Her Daddy explore bold topics for their audiences regarding their gender… and it paid off.Feb 25, 2021Feb 25, 2021
