The success of Polo G’s “Rapstar” is a perfect example of why rappers are the new pop stars, Mirabella Miller SC ’23 writes.
Tag: Music
Amped up: Brockhampton trades mayhem for introspection on ‘Roadrunner’
Brockhamton’s latest project displays maturation –– but that’s not necessarily for the best, music columnist Mirabella Miller SC ’23 writes.
Pitzer alum J.Lately releases new hip-hop album ‘Winnebago’
Pitzer alum and rapper J. Lately talks to TSL about his album “Winnebago,” his time at the 5Cs, personal freedom and following your passions.
Virtual virtuosos: Professional 7C performers reflect on community during COVID-19
Empty performance halls don’t have to mean empty hearts — music professors discuss how virtual concerts can provide a (albeit different) sense of community.
Amped up: Taylor Swift delights fans, demonstrates privilege with mass rerecordings
Taylor Swift rerecording her masters sparks a conversation about artist ownership –– and shows her privilege, Mirabella Miller SC ’23 says.
OPINION: Stereotypes of music genres are harmful
The stereotypes that exist within music are harmful towards artists and the potential of music as a source of influence in society, argues Phillip Kong PO ’24.
‘A new musical life’: Pomona professor Pierre Englebert offers humor and personal stories in new album
“Back to Plan A” is an original album of nine songs composed by Pierre Englebert, a politics professor at Pomona College.
In memoriam: Robert Keller, Harvey Mudd Computer Science Professor
Robert “Bob” Keller, a professor of computer science and music at Harvey Mudd College, died Sept. 13 surrounded by his family.
Forget textbooks — professors are using bells, Legos, fruit as online educational materials
As learning goes virtual, professors and coaches are thinking outside the box and outside their typical syllabi.
The downbeat: How to use music to feel less alone and anxious during social distancing
Music columnist Ella Boyd SC ’21 compiles an exhaustive list of ways to use music to your benefit while social distancing, whether through creating, sharing or listening to it.