Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College, Author at Study Breaks

Easy Life Defies Genre While Evoking Nostalgia and Escape

Hailing from the U.K., the band mixes hip-hop, jazz, indie rock, pop and ambient house — and they haven't let quarantine dampen their prospects.…

June 9, 2020

The 1975’s ‘Love It If We Made It’ Is the Perfect Protest Song for Today

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The single may have come out two years ago, but the song remains even more relevant today.…

June 1, 2020

No other band is quite like the 1975. The band has managed to create a unique sound and era with every new album. Notes on a Conditional Form is no different as it causes anticipation in its fans.

The Constant Evolution of the 1975 Keeps Fans Intrigued

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The band has managed to create a unique sound and aesthetic with every new album, leaving many wondering what else they might have in store.…

May 19, 2020

Dominic Fike (pictured above) has been the latest musician targeted by the controversy of industry plants.

Dominic Fike Reignites the Controversy Over Industry Plants in Music

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The Florida rapper joins Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X as the latest artist accused of having a manufactured stardom. Are we too quick to affix the label of inauthenticity to popular musicians?…

May 12, 2020

Spotify gave bedroom pop it's name, but it's no question has to why it has become so popular. In a world surrounded with the internet and easy accessibility, more artists are taking to the simplisitic and free-will music style.

Bedroom Pop Is the DIY Music Genre Dominating Gen Z’s Playlists

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

Once made up of musicians recording songs at home, the style is now infiltrating the mainstream.…

May 3, 2020

In a digital storm, it has become easier than ever for artists to release music and create beats without the need for a recording studio.

Internet Beats Are Changing the Way Music Is Created

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

Because of the web, aspiring producers and musicians can go from making beats in their bedroom to featuring on tracks by big name artists.…

April 30, 2020

Instagram museums, like the Dream Factory pictured above, have changed the meaning of museums and that their purpose is.

Are ‘Instagram’ Museums Devaluing Museums, or Reinventing Them?

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

Places like The Museum of Ice Cream and the Color Factory provide the perfect backdrop for selfies, but are they really housing art?…

April 20, 2020

The Kid LAROI (pictured above) is anticipated to be the next big thing to hit the Hip-Hop world. But here's the catch: he's Australian.

At Just 16 Years Old, The Kid Laroi Is Shaking Up SoundCloud Rap

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

Hailing from Australia, this teenager is carrying on the legacy of his former mentor, Juice WRLD.…

April 14, 2020

Cole Bennett (pictured above) has taken the rap world by storm with his company Lyrical Lemonade.

Cole Bennett Is the Hip-Hop Video Director That Can Jump-Start Careers

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The Chicago-based music video director and his homemade, low-budget aesthetic is in high-demand among SoundCloud rappers.…

April 10, 2020

Tackling the realities of compassion fatigue in the 21st century, this illustration of a girl reaching out to an overwhelming wave of social issues.

Caring Too Much Has a Name: Compassion Fatigue

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

In the age of technology it’s never been easier to stay informed — and burnt out. …

March 30, 2020

In an article arguing the popular idea that avocado toast is the problem with millenials, an illustation of toast topped with avocado, egg and ketchup is seen above.

Is Avocado Toast Making Us Poor? An Exploration Into Poor Shaming

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

In this economy, is a pricey breakfast now and then the difference between owning a home and not? Some people seem to think so.…

March 23, 2020

In an article about toxic productivity, the words Do More on a computer screen

How Much Is Too Much: The Dangers of Toxic Productivity

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

In this day and age, the phrase 'I'll sleep when I’m dead’ takes on a new, darker meaning.…

March 16, 2020

Do you like what you see when you look in the mirror?

Facetune Is Becoming Normalized, and That’s a Problem

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The photo editing app can touch up appearances on Instagram and Snapchat, but is it negatively affecting young people's self-worth?…

March 8, 2020

Jalaiah Harmon dancing to the original renegade.

Here’s the Tea: Should Viral Trend Creators Receive Credit for Their Work?

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

Chances are, you probably didn’t know who created the 'Renegade' dance a few weeks ago.…

March 3, 2020

The Rise of Meme Music: How It Became Generation Z’s Favorite Genre

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The self-awareness of a new generation is propelling this internet-age style of music into the mainstream.…

February 26, 2020

Korean rapper Zico and another person in article about foreign music artists

9 Foreign Artists You Should Add to Your Playlist

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

With so many unique music options out there, it can be a life changing experience to add some international love to your playlist.…

February 15, 2020

Lil Nas X, who got some help from TikTok

TikTok Is Changing How We Discover Music and Here’s Why

Nayeli G. Pena, Colorado College

The social media platform, which seems engineered for virality, is displacing streaming services like Spotify when it comes to finding new songs and artists.…

February 7, 2020

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Easy Life Defies Genre While Evoking Nostalgia and Escape

The 1975’s ‘Love It If We Made It’ Is the Perfect Protest Song for Today

The Constant Evolution of the 1975 Keeps Fans Intrigued

Dominic Fike Reignites the Controversy Over Industry Plants in Music

Bedroom Pop Is the DIY Music Genre Dominating Gen Z’s Playlists

Internet Beats Are Changing the Way Music Is Created

Are ‘Instagram’ Museums Devaluing Museums, or Reinventing Them?

At Just 16 Years Old, The Kid Laroi Is Shaking Up SoundCloud Rap

Cole Bennett Is the Hip-Hop Video Director That Can Jump-Start Careers

Caring Too Much Has a Name: Compassion Fatigue

Is Avocado Toast Making Us Poor? An Exploration Into Poor Shaming

How Much Is Too Much: The Dangers of Toxic Productivity

Facetune Is Becoming Normalized, and That’s a Problem

Here’s the Tea: Should Viral Trend Creators Receive Credit for Their Work?

The Rise of Meme Music: How It Became Generation Z’s Favorite Genre

9 Foreign Artists You Should Add to Your Playlist

TikTok Is Changing How We Discover Music and Here’s Why

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