Sabrina Carpenter sure is a busy woman who does it all. After coming off her highly successful North American run of the “Short n’ Sweet Tour,” Carpenter has been everywhere. She won two Grammys at the beginning of the month, for “Best Pop Vocal Album” and “Best Pop Solo Performance” for “Espresso.” She was also […]
On Feb. 9, Super Bowl LIX (59) took place, the world’s most popular TV program of all time. This year, over 126 million viewers in the United States watched, making it the most-watched Super Bowl in history. The halftime show, a performance by American rapper Kendrick Lamar, brought in over 133.5 million viewers, up 3% […]
On Valentine’s Day, Blue Hawk Records (BHR) and Black Student Union (BSU) collaborated for a “Classroom Concert” from 3-5PM. Chelsea Lagotta, Michael Anthony Rocks, Aidan Cole, Evan Schuett, Azure Kai, and Samantha Spano sang about love and heartbreak. Amani Adelekan, Vice President of BSU and BHR was the one who made the event come together. […]
The melodies of ‘90s love songs capture the essence of beautiful romance. The heartfelt vocals and compassionate lyrics intertwine, tugging at our heartstrings and leaving many today yearning for that ‘90s type of love. These songs sound genuine, embodying what a beautiful relationship should feel like. Whether you’re in a relationship or not, the love […]
It’s no secret that Taylor Swift’s impeccable lyricism and songwriting have garnered her attention. She writes an array of different music, but there’s no doubt she’s best known for her love songs. With songs ranging from the start of a new relationship, the unease of love, to the euphoria of falling in love, Swift has […]
During this Valentine’s Day season, it’s important to remember that you can’t love another person until you love yourself. Easier said than done, right? Bella Buono, a junior Interdisciplinary Studies in Elementary Education and Students with Disabilities major, here at Monmouth University, published a children’s book about the very subject of self-love and believing in […]
In celebrating Black History Month, there are so many groundbreaking black musicians and singers who shaped our culture. Whether it was through their stunning renditions, guitar solos, smooth vocals, or musical classics, these names live on in music history. Here’s my list of the most influential black artists. Born and raised right here in the […]
Black American culture paved the way for many things we see in our everyday lives, including music, food, art, language, and more. More specifically, the part this culture played in television helped influence shows we see now, including those with black actors, producers, writers, and directors. Six shows that have successfully shaped culture, not only […]
Every generation has individuals who carry forward the legacy of those who came before them. They pay homage through music and art while recognizing the hard work of earlier artists. Musicians often draw inspiration from the lyrics, beats, and styles of their predecessors. This inspiration is expressed through sampling, cadence, and lyricism in their own […]
“The Wakandans used vibranium to develop technology more advanced than any other nation. But as Wakanda thrived, the world around it descended further into chaos. To keep vibranium safe, the Wakandans vowed to hide in plain sight, keeping the truth of their power from the outside world.” Young Killmonger said, “And we still hide, Baba?” […]