Sounds - Page 46

This Yale University Student Just Won the 2018 Young Composer Award

Adriana Luna, Northwest Vista College

Inspired by modern-day visual art, Max Vinetz strives to impact others.…

May 4, 2018

Pedro Cañas Works to Break the Barriers Between Ages

Plamedie Ifasso, Texas Woman’s University

The New York University sophomore composes beautiful songs that make an impact on all who listen to them.…

May 3, 2018

Meet Lil Tay, the Youngest Flexer of the Century

Grace John, Rutgers University

Who is the 9-year-old rapper who moves bricks, lives in the Hills and has your mama's rent money?…

May 2, 2018

The #MuteRKelly Movement Shuts Down R. Kelly Show, Calls for Accountability

Alex Johnson, New York University

It's the response to petitions.…

May 2, 2018

Hip-Hop Artist Mike Melinoe Is Back with a New Sound, Single and Sense of Perspective

Gillian Farnan, SUNY Cortland

After taking a hiatus to explore other creative pursuits, Melinoe is back with a new single, 'Cyclones,' and fresh new sound.…

April 30, 2018

Here’s Why Your Favorite Albums Are Disappearing From Streaming Services

Onaje McDowelle, University of Texas at Austin

In the age of streaming, it isn’t unusual for projects from your favorite artists to disappear. Here’s why.…

April 29, 2018

Alt-Pop Duo Oh Wonder Brings Insightfulness to an Upbeat Sound

Vanessa Le, Chabot College

In the stunning video for 'All We Do,' Oh Wonder asked filmmakers across the country, 'What does it mean to be human?'…

April 27, 2018

5 YouTube Musicians You Need to Hear to Believe

Michaela Sickles, Suffolk University

Turns out YouTube is more than crazy cat videos and weird challenges.…

April 27, 2018

After ‘Despacito,’ the Number of Bilingual Collaborations Have Skyrocketed

Michele Mendez, Temple University

'Despacito,' aka the prime of 2017 pop culture, has inspired a revolution of bilingual collaborations.…

April 26, 2018

A Breakdown of ‘K.O.D.’ by J. Cole and Drug Culture

Sam Kasierski, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

According to J. Cole, the fans are all to blame. And the rappers.…

April 26, 2018

Kendrick Lamar Becomes the First Rapper to Win the Pulitzer Prize for ‘Damn’

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

Damn, Lamar.…

April 25, 2018

Kanye West Draws Backlash (Again) for Expressing Pro Trump Sentiments

Alex Johnson, New York University

And to think we were excited about his return to Twitter.…

April 25, 2018

Coachella Weekend Two Highlights

Emilie Romero, University of Nevada

If you couldn't attend the second weekend, here's what you missed.…

April 23, 2018

5 Music Festivals You Can’t Afford to Miss

Adriana Luna, Northwest Vista College

If you can afford them at all, obviously.…

April 20, 2018

Cardi B Is Breaking Records with her Album ‘Invasion of Privacy’

Taylor Miller, SUNY Cortland

With her new album 'Invasion of Privacy,' Cardi B is breaking records and rising to the top of the rap scene — and she's just getting started.…

April 18, 2018

The Story Behind Mason Ramsey, aka Yodeling Walmart Kid

Grace John, Rutgers University

You can't even fall asleep anymore without hearing the iconic, drawn-out 'daddy' running through your head.…

April 18, 2018

With ‘My Dear Melancholy,’ The Weeknd Is Finally Sad Again

Jake Deven, The University of Texas at El Paso

Pop music is cool and all, but nothing inspires good music like two public, heartbreaking relationships.…

April 18, 2018

5 Study Albums to Help Get Through the Last Month of the Semester

Ana Greening, Texas State University

Here are some music selections that motivate and inspire.  …

April 17, 2018

Cardi B Shows Her Authenticity on ‘Invasion of Privacy’

Gillian Farnan, SUNY Cortland

Cardi's newest album, 'Invasion of Privacy,' was well worth the anticipation, hype and wait — all put together. She's killing the game.…

April 16, 2018

What Happened to the ‘Fancy’ Iggy Azalea?

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

Will the old Iggy Azalea please come back to the stage?…

April 16, 2018

Why ‘Expectations’ by Hayley Kiyoko Is Receiving So Much Hype

Audrey Bowers, Butler University

Expect your ears to be blown away.…

April 15, 2018

Kali Uchis Is the Coachella Artist to Watch in 2018

Emilie Romero, University of Nevada

After years of financial struggles, Kali Uchis has finally found success in the music industry.…

April 13, 2018

5 Albums Every Music Fan Has to Listen To

Diego Galicia, Valencia College

Some albums just have to be listened to from start to finish.…

April 12, 2018

5 Dazzling Instrumental Film Soundtracks for Your Studying Playlist

Shashank Rao, University of Michigan

Looking to hunker down and focus on studying for finals? These five soundtracks will get you through the grind.  …

April 10, 2018

Hayley Kiyoko, Also Known as Lesbian Jesus, Strikes Again

Rakshya Devkota, Saint Louis University

Thanks to LGBTQ+ musicians like Hayley Kiyoko, is the world moving towards a Golden Age of queer women in mainstream pop music?…

April 9, 2018

Charlie Puth’s Upcoming Album, ‘Voicenotes,’ Is Set to Be a Smash Hit

Emily Craig, University of North Alabama

Puth's promotional singles hint at a more mature, yet promising sophomore debut.…

April 9, 2018

*NSYNC Is Finally Receiving Their Walk of Fame Star

Brittany Sims, Temple University

On 'It’s Gonna Be May' day, April 30, the former band will reunite for this tremendous honor.…

April 6, 2018

BTS Documentary Series ‘Burn The Stage’ Premieres on YouTube Red

Michele Mendez, Temple University

'Burn the Stage' shows the good, the bad and the ugly of the K-pop industry.…

April 5, 2018

EDEN’s Jonathon Ng Talks Touring and His New Album, ‘vertigo’

Kaitlyn Peterson, UCLA

On the heels of his first album release, Ng speculates what the future holds for his haunting, atmospheric sound.…

April 3, 2018

A New Dating Site Is Connecting Kanye West Enthusiasts

Onaje McDowelle, University of Texas at Austin

You: It's a match made in heaven. Me, an intellectual: Actually, it's a match made in 'My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy.'…

April 1, 2018