Drake

In an Article about AI in Music, a teal robot carrie a trumpet, guitar, drumset, and horn.

AI in the Future of Music

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

As more artificially generated music circulates online, the concern for artistic property and originality come into question. …

October 3, 2023

In an article about DALL-E 2, an advanced AI, circuits make up a silhouette of a human head emitting blue sound waves.

Artificial Infringement: DALL-E 2 May Just Be the Beginning

Malaki Lingg, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Is the concern with AI and copyright valid?…

September 26, 2023

In an article about Drake, a white dog scribbled in chalk sits in a picture-like square.

Drake Will Be Done with It the Moment He Stops Having Fun with It

Olivia Hinck, Siena College

Love him or hate him, the 6 god has undeniably provided us with a lifetime supply of hits for any mood.…

September 14, 2023

In an article about concert etiquette, an arm tosses a phone over the heads of a faceless crowd.

Is Concert Etiquette a Thing of the Past?

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

From airborne iPhones to hospital trips, concert etiquette is being replaced by every-man-for-himself attempts at snatching a moment of fame.…

August 19, 2023

In an article about the Grammy nominees for best rap album, Kendrick Lamar appears in his 'Humble' video with his head on fire.

Dissecting the Grammy Nominees for Best Rap Album 2022

Liam Jackson, Michigan State University

This year's list of nominees has a few familiar faces, and a few promising newcomers as well.…

December 27, 2022

Megan Thee Stallion called out by Drake.

‘Her Loss’ or Their Sexism?

Teagan Angell, Fordham University

Drake accused Megan Thee Stallion of lying about Tory Lanez shooting her in 2020, making her the industry's latest mistreated female rapper.…

December 9, 2022

A screenshot from takeoff's funeral shows a group standing on stage in front of his picture on a screen.

Takeoff Left a Permanent Imprint on Hip-Hop

Liam Jackson, Michigan State University

This young rapper's life may have ended recently, but his impact on the music industry will last forever.…

November 22, 2022

in an article about feuds between rappers, a screenshot of Lil Durk from a music video

Fans Need To Stop Instigating Conflict Between Rap Artists

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

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

October 7, 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

An article about sampling in hip hppe, an illustration of a mural with the words hip hop and a silhouette of a singer.

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

in article about Young Money, screenshot from music video only

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

In an article about R&B music, an illustration of a microphone.

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

an illustration of the rapper drake and his album Honestly, Nevermind

Drake’s Genre-Bending ‘Honestly, Nevermind’ Falls Short of Greatness

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

The Toronto rapper’s seventh studio album tries and fails to merge two popular genres, yielding one large disappointment.…

July 16, 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

When It Comes to the COVID Vaccine, Nicki Minaj Isn’t ‘Just Asking Questions’

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

The rapper publicly expressed her opinion and managed to spread misinformation at the same time.…

October 21, 2021

T-Pain’s Musical Identity Endures Through the Decades

Jake Sanders, Rhodes College

The artist put up with years of slander due to his preference for autotune, but his charming personality and passion for music has kept his fans wanting for more.…

October 9, 2021

The Drake and Kanye West Feud Proves the Futility of Hip-Hop Conflict

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

Two of the largest rappers have entered a new chapter in their long war of words, and while many fans are grabbing popcorn, the battle is already stagnating.…

September 25, 2021

What Happened to The xx?

Karen Lu, Yale University

The English indie pop band embodies a soft musical style that has influenced countless genres and truly was 'soft bedroom pop' before it was a thing. So where did they go?…

May 19, 2021