Madonna

Evolution or Devolution? The Changing Structure of Songs

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Over time, music has varied in length and structure. In the current digital age, where does music clock in? …

January 24, 2024

REVIEW: Ariana Grande’s ‘yes, and?’ Flips the Bird and the Narrative

Roberto Soto

The lead single for Ariana Grande’s seventh album honors, thumps, and sashays while making us wondering “what’s next?”…

January 12, 2024

Back to the Future: The 80’s Influence on Today’s Trends

Christine Bardos, Santa Clara University

Claw clips and bodysuits and blazers, oh my! 80s trends have yet to fizzle out in society, and here’s why. …

January 4, 2024

The Future of the Music Video

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

After over 100 years, the music video is devolving.…

August 28, 2023

In an article about Madonnas birthday an illustration of Madonna

The ‘Queen of Pop’ Turns 65

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Revisiting 10 pivotal moments in Madonna’s 40 year career. …

August 16, 2023

’80s Soundtracks Defined a Generation

Paul Hoskin, Weber State University

It seems as though every generation only listens to songs from their own era, so why are the 1980s so universally loved?…

December 26, 2022

Elton John and Britney Spears’ ‘Hold Me Closer’ Halts the Surging Remix Movement

Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University

The British rock star reinvented the remix last year with 'Cold Heart (PNAU Remix),' but fails to follow his formula with the iconic pop star's landmark return to music.…

September 23, 2022

The VMAs Aren’t What They Used To Be

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

It used to be American music’s biggest awards ceremony and party. Unfortunately, it has taken a turn for the worse in recent years.…

September 15, 2022

30 Years Ago, Madonna’s Album ‘Erotica’ Revolutionized Music

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Although it was regarded as a commercial flop, her 1992 album blazed a new path for female artists who wanted to express their sexuality in their music.…

September 2, 2022

‘BREAK MY SOUL (THE QUEEN’S REMIX)’ Corrects Music History

Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University

In the seventh remix of her newest lead single, Beyoncé brilliantly fuses 'BREAK MY SOUL' with Madonna’s 'Vogue.'…

August 21, 2022

Chris Mann, pictured above with his son, has taken his musical capabilities to create parodies of famous songs to highlight the anxiety and boredom brought on by COVID-19.

The Quarantine-Themed Covers of Chris Mann Are in Line With the Times

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

The former contestant on 'The Voice' is making parodies that we can all relate to while we're under lockdown. …

April 22, 2020

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