Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University, Author at Study Breaks

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Fans Need To Stop Instigating Conflict Between Rap Artists

From social media posts to comments sections, the internet is becoming a battleground on which rival fandoms enflame tensions between musicians.…

October 7, 2022

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‘She-Hulk’ Exposes the MCU’s Difficulty With Using Villains to Their Full Potential

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

The Disney+ series reveals an underlying issue with the cinematic universe's treatment of its antagonists — they are killed off much too quickly.…

September 26, 2022

Drake’s New Hairstyle Means More Than You Think

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

Since his last two albums have been accompanied with a new hairstyle, Drake may be preparing to drop new music.…

September 17, 2022

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Has Hip-Hop’s Current Love of Sampling Eroded the Genre’s Originality?

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

The recent surge of sampled songs has led some to believe mainstream hip-hop has become unoriginal, but how accurate is this feeling?…

September 11, 2022

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Kanye’s ‘Trash Bag Display’ Is Just One of Many Strange Fashion Marketing Strategies

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

On the surface, it seems like a social experiment, but the reason behind bizarre designer releases like Kanye West's is much more simple.…

September 4, 2022

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Young Money Reunites: Celebrating The Big 3’s Impact & Legacy

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

As three of rap's biggest stars reunite to commemorate their successful careers, it’s time we take a look back at their legacies that were years in the making.…

August 26, 2022

Instagram’s Identity Crisis Continues Unabated

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

Recent changes to the app’s layout and its newfound emphasis on video content reveal the social media platform’s lack of focus.…

August 20, 2022

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Is Contemporary R&B Becoming Too Toxic?

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

While recent releases may be following larger trends, the music also reveals something interesting about a genre defined by love songs.…

August 14, 2022

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The Exoticizing of Mixed-Race Children Needs To Stop

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

It’s time we put an end to harmful assumptions that perpetuate colorism and damage self- esteem.…

August 7, 2022

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Jack Harlow’s KFC Meal Is Decent, but Still Falls a Bit Short

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

Just how finger-licking good is the rapper’s KFC meal?…

July 29, 2022

In an article about animated hip hop videos, an illustration of a brightly colored animated music video in a browser tab.

8 of the Best Animated Hip-Hop Music Videos of All Time

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

These innovative, visually stunning videos are a treat for rap enthusiasts and animation lovers alike.…

July 22, 2022

‘The Legend of Korra’ Movie Announcement Reaffirms That the Original Series Deserved Better

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

Although the show had its shortcomings, Nickelodeon’s treatment of the sequel series contributed to its low ratings.…

July 15, 2022

Will Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Be Another Live-Action Failure?

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

Given the platform's reputation for ruining adaptations of animated shows, fans have little hope for this remake.…

July 8, 2022

In an article about Drake's Honestly, Nevermind, career, a person lying on a bed listening to a record

What Drake’s ‘Honestly, Nevermind’ Says About the State of His Career

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

Despite attempts to try something new, the Canadian rapper’s newest project is mediocre at best.…

July 2, 2022

In an article about Kanye West and his controversies, an illustration of Kanye West and the animations of his music video "Eazy"

‘Eazy’ Is Yet Another Example of Kanye’s Questionable Creative Choices

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

With an already long history of controversial projects, Kanye's newest feud-fueled music video has stirred up the internet once again.…

June 26, 2022

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How ‘Atlanta’ Sets Itself Apart in Modern Television

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

The FX show successfully brings together aspects of humor, drama and social commentary in a beautiful package.…

June 17, 2022

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Fans Need To Stop Instigating Conflict Between Rap Artists

‘She-Hulk’ Exposes the MCU’s Difficulty With Using Villains to Their Full Potential

Drake’s New Hairstyle Means More Than You Think

Has Hip-Hop’s Current Love of Sampling Eroded the Genre’s Originality?

Young Money Reunites: Celebrating The Big 3’s Impact & Legacy

Is Contemporary R&B Becoming Too Toxic?

Jack Harlow’s KFC Meal Is Decent, but Still Falls a Bit Short

8 of the Best Animated Hip-Hop Music Videos of All Time

‘The Legend of Korra’ Movie Announcement Reaffirms That the Original Series Deserved Better

Will Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Be Another Live-Action Failure?

What Drake’s ‘Honestly, Nevermind’ Says About the State of His Career

‘Eazy’ Is Yet Another Example of Kanye’s Questionable Creative Choices

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