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Austin Johnson, a.k.a. Wakai

Baton Rouge 2 the World: Meet Wakai, the Young Rapper Pioneering a New Louisiana Sound

By by Zane Piontek January 27, 2021

Austin Johnson stays inspired. Johnson, known professionally as Wakai, has been developing his personal rap style since before he even knew what rap music was. He recalls seeing Kanye West’s “All...

Album Review: 'Good News' by Megan Thee Stallion

Album Review: ‘Good News’ by Megan Thee Stallion

By Masie O'Toole November 27, 2020

Megan Thee Stallion has had to cope with a pandemic, a gunshot wound and the loss of her mother in the last year. Through some miracle, she managed to create some of her best tracks and expand her fanbase...

Source: nme.com

The Dissolve of Genres: How the Music Industry Is Breaking Down Barriers

By Masie O'Toole November 27, 2020

In 2018, Lil Nas X released “Old Town Road,” the song that flooded social media feeds and radio stations for the next six months. At first, it caught on because of sheer novelty. The concept...

Album Review: 'Song Machine, Season One: Strange Timez' by Gorillaz

Album Review: ‘Song Machine, Season One: Strange Timez’ by Gorillaz

By Masie O'Toole October 30, 2020

Gorillaz has never been known to stick to tradition, and their newest collection is simply their most recent venture into wild. The virtual band released “Song Machine, Season One: Strange Timez”...

Album Review: 'Positions' by Ariana Grande

Album Review: ‘Positions’ by Ariana Grande

By Masie O'Toole October 30, 2020

It’s no secret that Ariana Grande knows her sound and sticks to what she’s good at. It might be time for her to step out of that shell. On Friday, Ariana Grande released her newest collection...

Omar Apollo branches out with 'Apolonio'

Omar Apollo branches out with ‘Apolonio’

By Masie O'Toole October 22, 2020

Omar Apollo has cemented his place in the neo-soul scene with his newest project, “Apolonio.” He’s been a notable name since the start— a master of production with a multi-octave...

Sufjan Stevens's 'The Ascension' Is an Experimental Trip Into His Mind

Sufjan Stevens’s ‘The Ascension’ Is an Experimental Trip Into His Mind

By Masie O'Toole October 2, 2020

On Sept 25, Sufjan Stevens released his first album in five years. “The Ascension” is the artist’s eighth studio album, but it feels everything but the same old thing. The 15-song album...

Source: Live Nation

Covid Is Killing Live Music Venues– Here’s How to Help

By Masie O'Toole October 2, 2020

It’s no secret that the ongoing pandemic has created issues for everyone. As we barrel through month after month of “unprecendented times,” it becomes harder to imagine a world before...

'Nectar' Album Cover

Joji’s New Album ‘Nectar’ Offers an Updated Collection of the Exact Same Thing

By Masie O'Toole September 27, 2020

On Saturday, lo-fi artist Joji released his sophomore album.  “Nectar” is a lengthy 18-track collection of the artist’s trademark trippy sound, with features by Diplo, Omar Apollo,...

How TikTok Is Changing the Music World

How TikTok Is Changing the Music World

By Masie O'Toole September 27, 2020

It’s no secret that TikTok has taken over our lives. What began as an ironically downloaded Musical.ly spin-off has turned into one of the most prevalent social media platforms. It’s addictive—...

Song Review: "At The Door" by The Strokes

Song Review: “At The Door” by The Strokes

March 12, 2020

     The Strokes release a new lead single and a video to accompany it.      I am happy to say that The Strokes are back and this week gave us a glimpse into what their next...

Album Review: Discovery by Daft Punk

Album Review: Discovery by Daft Punk

March 12, 2020

    Discovery is a record that remains influential, timeless and worthy of cementing Daft Punk’s legacy as electronic revolutionaries.     Daft Punk released their second album...