Storytelling in Preacher’s Daughter
“These crosses all over my body remind me of who I used to be,” sings Ethel Cain in the introduction…
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The Comfort of Music: How Kid Cudi Transcends Pain and Struggle
Why do certain songs bring us so much comfort? Music has a profound effect on many of our lives, helping…
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A Requiem for (the old) Kanye West
As Ye entangles himself in a downward spiral of controversies and conspiracies, his anti-hero persona exposes itself clearer than ever….
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The Sounds of Fall: 10 Songs to Add to Your Fall Playlist
As green leaves turn to shades of red, yellow, and orange, and the warm, sunny days of summer become infused…
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Kurt’s Ghost: Reflecting on Nirvana and the 21st Century
On October 9th, 2018, sometime after 3 p.m. EST, I listened seriously to a Nirvana song for the first time….
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From Darkness to Light: 80s Influence in The Weeknd’s Dawn FM
Trends are cyclical. In many ways, a trend can never be truly original, as current ones often take influence from…
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The Kanye Soundtrack For Finals Season
To call Kanye West a polarizing figure would be an understatement. The 43-year-old rapper/producer/fashion designer has been at the forefront…
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Healing Through Rage: An 8-Track of Angry Canadian Artists
The following article initially appeared in a reduced version in the Bull & Bear Winter 2021 Print Issue: Healing. In…
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Rocking Hard and Giving Back: McGill’s Music Scene During COVID-19
This year has been one of the toughest for McGill’s music scene. Both local artists and student-run organizations have been…
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The Uphill Slope of Rebecca Black’s Career
Abstract: Rebecca Black has been a household name for a decade now. Her breakout song “Friday” accompanying music video defined…
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