How Iron Man Can Save America
“They say that the best weapon is the one you never have to fire. I respectfully disagree. I prefer the weapon you only have to fire once.” This quote was from the one and only Tony Stark, a fictitious superhero in the first “Iron Man” movie. Stark had it all: he was one of the richest men alive, had a personal assistant named Pepper Potts … Continue reading How Iron Man Can Save America
CLiFF CiTY Episode 2: Metal Box and Hyper Pop
CLiFF CiTY Radio is Washington College’s first college radio show, created and hosted by Evan Gaines. The hummingbird mag has graciously allowed the Radio Free George production to be hosted on the site for it’s weekly summer postings. CLiFF CiTY Radio looks to relish the weird and wonderful the music world has to offer so each week can host a totally different set of tunes … Continue reading CLiFF CiTY Episode 2: Metal Box and Hyper Pop
Top 15 Greatest Radio Freestyles
For hip-hop heads that grew up in the internet age, radio freestyle videos have been an unavoidable part of the culture. With nationally syndicated stations like Sway in the Morning and Funk Flex accruing hundreds of millions of views annually on freestyle videos, performing on air has become a rite of passage for young rappers, and an outlet for legends to flex their muscles. Fortunately … Continue reading Top 15 Greatest Radio Freestyles
A Pleasant Regression Into Musical Boomertude During COVID-19
While much of this 20-something’s life feels like it’s slipping into habits of old during these COVID times — you know, living with my parents again, sleeping in the same bed I got my first period in, passing my high school chemistry classroom on every stroll around the block, and so on — my musical taste has slipped further beyond the nostalgic tones of high … Continue reading A Pleasant Regression Into Musical Boomertude During COVID-19
Fake Tapes: A Groovy Breath of Fresh Air
Feeling like I’m at a picnic on a blue-sky day surrounded by flowers, Fake Tapes has improved my quarantine considerably. Their self-titled EP released in 2018 is the kind of music that can only come from folks in pure creative mode. In other words, they aren’t limited by demanding label executives or massive crowds of fans. Taking inspiration from the music of Erykah Badu, Thundercat, … Continue reading Fake Tapes: A Groovy Breath of Fresh Air
Slowthai Surfaces With Energetic, Odd Flurry of Singles
Perhaps in preparation for his sophomore album, Slowthai dropped three singles in the past week, with “BB (Bodybag),” “MAGIC,” and “Enemy.” Fans looking for the aggression and wackiness they found abundantly on “Nothing Great About Britain” will find themselves satisfied here. Slowthai’s trademark enthusiasm for jagged ridiculousness is in full effect on each song. My favorite of the three is “MAGIC,” a collaboration between the … Continue reading Slowthai Surfaces With Energetic, Odd Flurry of Singles
The Leaders of Neo-Soul’s Bright Future
Some of these artists left a strong mark on neo-soul in the 2010s, and others have yet to realize their potential fanbase and impact. But some things hold each of these artists together — a deep sense of soul’s past and present, a pitch-perfect voice, and the swagger it takes to amass a wide audience. Ari Lennox — Key album: “Shea Butter Baby” Her 2016 hit … Continue reading The Leaders of Neo-Soul’s Bright Future
Modern Artists in Pokémon Emerald
While many fans are quick to compare their favorite artists to a great chutney recipe or ice cream flavor, I’m here to say that Pokémon are far better comparisons. What else can match the artistic output, creative flair, and personality of these legendary music-makers? Here are some of my favorite artists paired with their appropriate 8-bit comparison. Kaytranada — Gardevoir Often likened to the Ice … Continue reading Modern Artists in Pokémon Emerald
Finding a Balance Between Progressive and Traditional: Ásgeir’s “Bury the Moon”
Iceland’s place in the global music scene has always been underrepresented, although there have been a number of tracks that captivate the public ear over the last few years. From Of Monsters to Men’s “Little Talks” to Björk’s extensive 15-time nominated Grammy discography, the presence of Icelandic music is no stranger to the charts. Of all the elite Icelandic talents of the world, one of the … Continue reading Finding a Balance Between Progressive and Traditional: Ásgeir’s “Bury the Moon”
Appreciating the GOAT: Ranking Jay-Z’s Top Five Solo Albums
No matter what the reader’s opinions may be, it is obvious that Jay-Z is one of the elite hip-hop legends of all time. With so many projects across such a long period, Shawn Carter has fully advanced rap music for generations and his influence across all musicians and music fans is unrivaled. This article aims to rank the studio albums released by the GOAT, and … Continue reading Appreciating the GOAT: Ranking Jay-Z’s Top Five Solo Albums
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