Mac Miller

in article about posthumous Prince music, illustration of a newly-released Prince album

Posthumous Prince: Is Releasing His Music Ethical?

Alexander Landgraf, The University of Chicago

The pop star's renowned career was plagued with music industry controversy — both in life and death, it seems.…

November 11, 2022

In an article about posthumous albums, a photo of a vinyl on a record player.

Posthumous Albums Can Involve Questionable Ethics and Mixed Intentions

Despite allowing unfinished projects to reach the fans who appreciated late musicians most in life, they remain a pressing gray area.…

August 19, 2021

back to class playlist illustration by June Le

5 Songs for Your Back to Class Mix

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Every new semester merits a new playlist. These five tracks are the staples of mine.…

October 8, 2020

Mac Miller Grew Along With His Audience

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

As the late rapper moved forward in his career, he evolved musically as well as emotionally, becoming more introspective as he battled with his inner demons.…

October 7, 2020

Ranking the Top 5 XXL Freshmen Classes

Brandon Suss, University of South Carolina

XXL posts an annual list of top new artists. Which year produced the ones with the most staying power?…

September 23, 2019

11 Breakup Songs That Perfectly Express Heartache

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Heartbroken? There’s a song for that.…

September 19, 2019

Mac Miller’s New Posthumous Tracks Are Haunting Premonitions of His Untimely Fate

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

Mac Miller’s self-awareness and inner trauma remain, but his spirit transcends.…

July 2, 2019

Why the Grammys Don’t Give Awards to Popular Artists

Gabrielle Sheehan, Montclair State University

The award show's cryptic methodology has led to widespread criticism in recent years.…

February 15, 2019

Grande proves that the most important lessons of a breakup come from within. (Image via Vanity fair)

Why Ariana Grande’s ‘thank u, next’ Isn’t Your Typical Breakup Song

Katie Farrell, Queens University of Charlotte

Move over, Taylor Swift.…

November 14, 2018

The ACTUAL Best Rap Albums of 2018, So Far

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

Please stop listening to 'Astroworld.'…

October 23, 2018

Rest Easy, Mac

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

Do as a saint do, turn painful to graceful.…

September 14, 2018

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