The Fading Underground: The Decline of Subculture in the 21st Century
Cultural expression is transforming as once-vibrant subcultures are fading due to digital connectivity…
Revival to Repetition: The Struggle for Originality in a Nostalgia-Driven Music Scene
Unpacking the mythology behind musical nostalgia and what originality means in the Black creative field.
A Glance at Jorja Smith’s Artistry
Exploring Jorja Smith's sonic range and her eclectic set of influences.
Should We Listen to Sad Music When We’re Not Sad?
Chris K is back for another timely think-piece on whether we should listen to sad or emotive music when we feel happy.
The Meteoric Rise of Brent Faiyaz
From relative unknown to R&B underdog, the rapper turned singer Brent Faiyaz has everyone watching. Join us as we explore his career up until this point.
Let’s Stop Comparing New Artists to Musicians of the Past
Christopher K gives us an air-tight analysis of why we shouldn’t compare current artists to ones prior.
Jhené Aiko’s Evolution From Working with B2K to R&B Superstardom
From her start in music in the early 2000s to her dominance over modern R&B, this is Jhené Aiko's story.
How Sade Have Crafted Timeless Albums for Over Three Decades
Sade has been making music since the 80s and it’s aged like fine wine, what’s their secret?
How Mos Def Chronicled the Plight of Black People and Championed Afrocentricity on His Album Black on Both Sides
Breaking down wordsmith Mos Def’s seminal album and why it’s still relevant today.
How the Black Eyed Peas Went From Eazy-E’s Ruthless Records to a Mainstream Pop Sensation
From their humble beginnings on Ruthless Records to becoming a neo-soul/jazz rap trio and finally transitioning into a full-blown pop group, this is the story of the Black Eyed Peas.
How A Tribe Called Quest Birthed an Entire Generation of Musicians
A Tribe Called Quest dropped back to back classic albums and helped push jazz rap and neo-soul into the mainstream. Following in their footsteps, a generation of musicians picked up where they left off.