Bernie Sanders and the Progressive Movement of 2020
For basically my whole life, I haven’t been interested in politics. A lot of it was due to the fact that I never really noticed the massive impact that politics had on my everyday life. However, that all changed this past year when I started paying attention to the presidential candidacy of Bernie Sanders. The main thing that fascinated me about Sanders was not his … Continue reading Bernie Sanders and the Progressive Movement of 2020
Sofi Tukker’s Livestreams: Making Quarantine Exciting and Less Lonely
If you haven’t heard of Sofi Tukker, lord, are you missing out! Sophie Hawley-Weld and Tucker Halpern, as of Jun. 20, have gone live for 100 days straight. Bringing an energy incomparable to any other artist I have been keeping up with during the big Q, at one o’clock EST, Sofi Tukker goes live for at least 30 minutes. From extra sets at night to … Continue reading Sofi Tukker’s Livestreams: Making Quarantine Exciting and Less Lonely
Interview: Chance Emerson Sheds Light on Songwriting, Inspirations, Aspirations
Yesterday morning I saw this man who didn’t know his life And if he did he chose to lit He wandered in circles Said who are you and darling who am I Fictional and sleep deprived “How Can I” — Chance Emerson Chance Emerson has a folky, singer-songwriter, indie gift and “The Raspberry Men” is an immaculate display of his musical creativity. Covering sounds from … Continue reading Interview: Chance Emerson Sheds Light on Songwriting, Inspirations, Aspirations
Juneteenth Releases: New Heat from Teyana, John Legend, .Paak, & More
In commemoration of the widespread mobilization around the Black Lives Matter movement following the murder of George Floyd & Breonna Taylor, as well as countless others, several black artists dropped records and tracks to capture the state of racial injustice on Juneteenth, 2020. Providing spiritual and rhythmic motivation for these protests and uprisings are Teyana Taylor, John Legend, SAULT, Anderson .Paak, Public Enemy, H.E.R., and … Continue reading Juneteenth Releases: New Heat from Teyana, John Legend, .Paak, & More
Run the Jewels Remain Adaptable and Progressive on RTJ4
On the heels of Killer Mike’s powerful speech to the citizens of Atlanta, pleading for community organization and an end to American oppression, “RTJ4” was released — a billionaire-destroying, corruption-uncovering, rallying cry for justice in a country desperately seeking a moral compass. With that speech, you know this album was going to be unflinching in its criticism of the country’s legacy of racism. And given … Continue reading Run the Jewels Remain Adaptable and Progressive on RTJ4
Katia’s Corner of Art!!!
Hi I am Katia!! Here is some art that I have lots and lots of fun doing! I hope these mixes of colors inspire your creativity and get you to do some art!!!! I want these to enlighten you and spark the creative side we all have. Whether you are having a good day, bad day, or somewhere in between, I hope these make you … Continue reading Katia’s Corner of Art!!!
A Revolution of the Mind: NWA’s Lasting Legacy
Two weeks ago, Derek Chauvin, a white Minneapolis police officer, pushed his knee down on the neck of a 46-year-old Black man named George Floyd and killed him, with three other cops aiding and abetting him. Despite Floyd declaring he couldn’t breathe numerous times, Chauvin’s knee remained on him for 8 minutes and 46 seconds, with 2 minutes and 53 seconds of that occurring after … Continue reading A Revolution of the Mind: NWA’s Lasting Legacy
100% Pop! Charli XCX and Modern Pop Music
At the age of 20, Charli XCX released her debut album titled “True Romance.” The album was widely celebrated and served to establish Charli as a shining new voice in the world of pop music. “True Romance” was a synth-pop masterpiece, as it jumped on the rising trend of using synth and reverb in addition to more traditional instruments to create melodies. Her next album, … Continue reading 100% Pop! Charli XCX and Modern Pop Music
CLiFF CiTY Episode 4: Dancing in the Streets
This week’s the theme for CLiFF CiTY Radio is dancing in the streets! In celebration of pride, protest, and sweet sweet dancing music, throughout this episode CLiFF CiTY will be plugging a bunch of great organizations for listeners to donate to in support of this burgeoning social revolution! Get ready for groove, give back, and talk a lot of shit about the United States’s police … Continue reading CLiFF CiTY Episode 4: Dancing in the Streets
The Beatles, Mac Miller & Anderson .Paak: A Lasting Influence
Bringing to you an investigation of The Beatles influence on hip hop, join Katia Goldberg in investigating the universal inspiration The Beatles hold. From Anderson .Paak to Mac Miller, Katia looks closely at samples and other factors that are based on The Beatles, and the overall impact that The Beatles still have today. Continue reading The Beatles, Mac Miller & Anderson .Paak: A Lasting Influence
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