In their third studio album "Culture II,” released Jan. 26 by Quality Control Records and UMG Recordings; Takeoff, Quavo, and Offset, a trio commonly known as Migos, cleverly subvert socio-cultural norms and provide insightful commentary on…

2017, god DAMN. What a year for hip-hop lovers. What was once a genre has become a rapidly evolving culture of sub-genres, and 2k17 will be known as a milestone for trap hop’s popular appeal. Increasing numbers of youth bumping the…

Americans are no strangers to the invasion of British folk-rock groups, and like many of their predecessors, the Staves have crossed the pond to share their tight harmonies and acoustic dreams. The band is comprised of three sisters: Emily,…

A few weeks ago, in an article on hip hop and mental health I made a statement. I wrote that hip hop has gold at its core: it’s up to us to dig for it. Well, I have been mining away and found a gem. Caleb Parker, a.k.a. Caleborate, fights…

The alternative music scene is no stranger to women like Julien Baker; mournful lyrics and clever composition give a fresh face to an already popular trope. Legends, such as Joni Mitchell, Carly Simon, and Tori Amos, have paved the way for…

Never before has self-hatred and pain sounded more appealing than on King Krule’s recently released album The OOZ. At 23, the London-based musician, Archy Marshall, also known as King Krule, is a rising star of the music industry. The 2013…

If you’ve been missing some serious sonic beats this semester, prepare to witness Great Blue on November 2 at Java. This band, hailing from Wilmington, Connecticut, has just released their newest self-titled album, with the help of the Emmy…

I’ve always debated whether the music industry needs censorship. We deserve a music industry that unites us all, acknowledges each of our experiences, and provides fodder for the difficult conversations we need to have: if not, at least an…