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Interview: Macy Gray on defying expectations and staying true to herself

“It was exciting because I wasn’t expecting it,” Macy Gray said, as she reflected on the success of her debut album, On How Life...

Sari Cohen - September 24, 2019

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K-pop artists have taken the US by storm because they’ve mastered one platform: YouTube

Right now, it seems like K-pop is everywhere. Acts like BTS have made the rounds on shows like “The Tonight Show” and K-pop groups...

Cliff Rodriguez - September 20, 2019

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Music publishers seeking $300 million from Peloton ahead of IPO after songs used without permission

Everyone knows that your workout is only as good as your playlist. A playlist that hits at the exact right moment can propel you...

Cliff Rodriguez - September 18, 2019

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Is rock ‘n’ roll really here to stay?

On August 26, in Newark, New Jersey, the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards were held. While most people are still buzzing about the performances,...

Sari Cohen - September 9, 2019

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Eric Prydz’s Holosphere is a massive step forward in concert technology

From both a tech and visual standpoint, concerts are getting ridiculous. The reasons behind this are two-fold. For one, social media, Instagram in particular, has...

Cliff Rodriguez - September 4, 2019

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Unauthorized leaks on Spotify and Apple Music reveal the holes in music streaming

While the advent of music streaming has undoubtedly had benefits as various services grow, more cracks are appearing in the system. As they appear,...

Cliff Rodriguez - September 3, 2019

Music

Is the shutdown of SGE a sign of things to come?

In mid-August, Synergy Global Entertainment (SGE) announced that it would be shutting down⁠⁠—even after the success of the inaugural Real Street Fest. Considering that...

Sari Cohen - August 29, 2019

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