Music
2021 Was A Good Year For Music. Here’s Why 2022 Will Be Even Better
As we moved into 2021, the music industry was still grappling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Concerts were canceled, tours were postponed, and artists were faced with new challenges when it came to creating and distributing their work. However, despite the...
Pop in 2020: An Escape into Disco, Folklore, and Nostalgia
The year 2020, marked by the global pandemic, lockdowns, and social upheaval, was a time of uncertainty, isolation, and profound change. Amidst this turmoil, music — particularly pop — became not just a source of entertainment, but a powerful means of escape. Artists...
A Content Analysis of Mental Health Discourse in Popular Rap Music
In the past few decades, rap music has evolved into one of the most influential and widely consumed genres across the globe. From its roots in the streets of the Bronx in the 1970s to its present-day status as a mainstream cultural powerhouse, rap music has continued...
2019: The Year of Music
As we reflect on the cultural landscape of 2019, one of the standout features is the undeniable presence and influence of music. From the chart-topping hits that defined the airwaves to the social movements fueled by anthems of resistance and empowerment, 2019 can...