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Against a pink background, a graphic of Miley Cyrus swings on a wrecking ball from her iconic music video while Beyonce sings into a microphone in a black leotard.

Then vs. Now: Have 2014 Artists Withstood the Test of Time?

Emma Troise, Manhattan College

Exploring the longevity of artists and their albums from 2014 to 2024.…

December 27, 2023

REVIEW: Nicki Minaj’s ‘Pink Friday 2’ Takes Listeners on a Turbulent Flight to Gag City

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Minaj’s long awaited fifth studio album gets dragged down by agonizing samples and blurred artistic vision. …

December 12, 2023

In an article about stan culture, a stan livestreams an artist's performance at a concert and receives thousands of views on social media.

A Deep Dive Into Stan Culture

Kimberly Vazquez, Columbia College Chicago

Despite its unflattering origins, the term “stan” has become a badge of honor to many fans who have dedicated their lives to promoting and defending their artists — by any means necessary. …

August 31, 2023

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

In an article about her famous feuds, Nicki Minaj stares grumpily in her Super Freaky Girl music video

Nicki Minaj’s Notorious Beefs With Other Female Rappers

Chelsie Ross, Florida A&M University

The Queen of Rap is no stranger to public feuds, but her recent battle with Latto sheds light on the way she treats her fellow artists.…

October 27, 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

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

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 article about her song Rap Freaks, a picture of Yung Miami in red clothing

Yung Miami’s Solo Single ‘Rap Freaks’ Is Steamy and Controversial

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

Female rap artists like Yung Miami, Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion make mature music all the time, but why are parents bothered by it?…

November 12, 2021

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

Ariana Grande and More Shine on ‘Charlie’s Angels’ Soundtrack

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

The album is full of legends, from Chaka Khan to Donna Summer.…

November 14, 2019

4 Female Rappers That Are Dominating the Rap Game Besides Cardi B and Nicki Minaj

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

Hip-hop culture needs to make female representation and diversity a priority.…

August 29, 2019

The Landscape of Rap Expands as Summer 2019 Comes to a Close

Christine Bushart, Georgia State University

Megan Thee Stallion’s moniker for summer 2019, “Hot Girl Summer,” illustrates the shifting demography of the rap game to include more women.…

August 23, 2019

Cardi B and Nicki Minaj’s Rap Royalty Rivalry Ended with a Torn Dress and Black Eye

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

The bad blood is real, so now rap fans can sit back with their popcorn and watch.…

September 10, 2018

Does Nicki Minaj’s ‘Queen’ Live Up to Expectations?

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

Despite a few bright spots, 'Queen' falls short.…

August 28, 2018

With ‘Queen,’ Nicki Minaj Aims to Reestablish Her Dominance Over Cardi B

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

The new album is ablaze with burns for her rap cohorts, but a heaping portion of the disses are aimed at her rap goddess rival, Cardi B.…

August 14, 2018

By Collabing with 6ix9ine, Nicki Minaj Officially Forfeits Her Rap Queen Title

Melissa Lee, State University of New York at Oswego

My anaconda don’t want 6ix9ine.…

August 2, 2018

Nicki Minaj and the Problem with Clapback Culture

Carly Ristaino, Union College

Everyone needs to take a chill pill, including Nicki.…

July 25, 2018

The Recent Ariana Grande + Nicki Minaj Collabs Have Us Pairing Up Other Dream Duos

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Here are four other twosomes that need to put out music together, asap.…

July 9, 2018

Ariana Grande Just Teased a New Song on the Eve of Her Birthday

Alexis Rogers, Temple University

Like manna in the dessert, 'Raindrops' has come to sustain desperate Grande fans.…

June 26, 2018

‘Queen,’ the Long-Awaited Album from Nicki Minaj, Has Hype at All-Time Highs

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

After a four-year hiatus, Minaj hopes to reclaim her title as Queen of rap. …

June 22, 2018

Why Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj Are the Dynamic Duo Hollywood Needs

Tori Ihnen, Fort Hays State University

They're back and badder than ever.…

June 18, 2018

New Albums to Look Forward to This Summer

Michaela Sickles, Suffolk University

Summer is the best time to listen to new music and find that perfect song that will follow you from the beach, BBQs and all of your fun in the sun.…

May 27, 2018

Beef Between Nicki Minaj and Cardi B Is a Product of Misogyny

Jovana Vajagic, DePaul University

The animosity and beef fabricated by society and placed on female rappers in contrast to males is a sign that misogyny still exits in the arts world.…

May 10, 2018

The Rise of the Bad Bitch Role Model

Carla Aravena, University of Massachusetts at BostonandGuest Contributor

A new breed of bodyposi, sexually liberated and independently successful women are setting an example that young women (and men) could benefit from following. …

February 8, 2016

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