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Bells & Whistles: The future of rap is noisy as hell

Internet rap is reaching such a level of cranked-up cacophony that even the ostensible mainstream feels avant-garde.

We took a trip to Yodieland.

May 23, 2023 by Mason Stoutamire

A raw, no-frills introduction to the budding emo pop star.

June 5, 2023April 25, 2023 by Mano Sundaresan and Millan Verma

We talk to Matt Ox’s mom about his days as a dancer in Dollar Boyz.

April 19, 2023April 18, 2023 by Mano Sundaresan and Millan Verma

We believe in Lil Yachty.

April 12, 2023April 11, 2023 by Mano Sundaresan and Millan Verma

We’re blogging about songs in here now.

Featuring reviews of the R.A.P. Ferreira album ‘5 to the Eye with Stars,’ a Xaviersobased show and the music of 7Nightz and Sayako.

February 7, 2023May 5, 2022 by Mano Sundaresan

Like it or not, Weiland’s new synth pop album Vices is a daring artistic expression.

February 7, 2023March 31, 2022 by Millan Verma

Millan Verma finds a moment of zen watching steer wrestlers at The Great Southland Stampede Rodeo.

February 7, 2023March 15, 2022 by Mano Sundaresan and H.D. Angel

Some thoughts on wido’s new album Field Day, and an introduction to plugg angel Ame.

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