Category: Music

  • Organisational Profile: Playing For Change

    Organisational Profile: Playing For Change

    Playing For Change is a nonprofit organization founded with the belief that music has the power to bring people together and drive social change. The organization works to create a global community of artists and music lovers who are committed to making a positive impact on the world. Through collaborations with musicians, filmmakers, and activists,…

  • The Kosovo War: How Music Became a Voice for Resilience and Identity

    The Kosovo War: How Music Became a Voice for Resilience and Identity

    The Kosovo War (1998–1999) was a defining moment in the history of the Albanian people. The brutal conflict left deep scars, displacing hundreds of thousands and leaving Kosovo in ruins. However, despite the destruction, a powerful cultural movement emerged in its aftermath. Music became a way for Kosovars to heal, express their identity, and reclaim…

  • Cheap Perfume “It’s Okay (To Punch Nazis)” Song Review

    by Mariel Gousios Music has long served as a vessel for spreading political messages throughout American history, and the punk rock band from Colorado, “Cheap Perfume,” is keeping that tradition alive today. Their most streamed song, “It’s Okay (To Punch Nazis),” began trending on social media platforms after Trump won the presidential election, demonstrating history’s…

  • Atlantic Records’ Problematic Past

    by Mariel Gousios Atlantic Records celebrates its 75th anniversary and continues to hold successful artists despite past controversy and callouts.  The record company has faced controversy in the past, including significant layoffs in September 2024, and public criticism from artists such as Gucci Maine and Chapel Roan.  In July Gucci Maine threatened to leave the…

  • Trump Receives Backlash After Using Artists’ Songs

    Many artists protested after President Trump’s campaign used their songs at rallies. However, the legality of the president’s actions still holds firm.  A billboard report from October 2024 named 23 artists who responded to Trump’s unauthorized use of their music. These responses came during Trump’s 2016, 2020, and 2024 campaigns from infamous artists and bands…

  • Kendrick Lamar Claims “They’re Not Like Us” at  Halftime Show

    By Mariel Gousios Kendrick Lamar took the stage and became the first solo rapper to perform for the super bowl halftime show at 8:30 pm in New Orleans. The show, included nods to several national and political issues, and it reached an audience of about 120 million Americans, one being President Donald Trump. Kendrick was…

  • The Soundtrack of Resistance: How Music and Film Amplify the Black Lives Matter Movement

    The Soundtrack of Resistance: How Music and Film Amplify the Black Lives Matter Movement

    In 2025, music and film continue to be powerful tools in the Black Lives Matter movement, reflecting ongoing struggles and inspiring change. The Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement, founded in 2013 after the killing of Trayvon Martin, has since become one of the most influential social justice movements of the 21st century. From protests to…

  • The Real Aitana: The Truth Behind the Fame

    MY RATING: 4/5 ★★★★☆ Aitana: “Metamorfosis”, arrived on Netflix February 28th  2025 , giving a close look at Spain’s biggest pop star. Aitana Ocaña started as a normal teenager, but now she is an international sensation. The six-episode documentary follows her journey from “Operación Triunfo” contestant to a successful artist, showing the challenges of fame,…

  • New trend, but old music? Bad bunny causing the rapid growth of Reggaeton worldwide

    How one artist reinvented reggaeton, broke cultural barriers, and made it a global sensation. Reggaeton has been around for decades, so why does it feel like a brand-new trend? The reason is that artists like Bad Bunny have reinvented the genre and brought it to a wider audience than ever before. While reggaeton first gained…

  • Rimas Publishing: Leading the Way in Latin Music Innovation

    Rimas Entertainment is an independent Puerto Rican record label and management company, founded in 2014 by Noah Assad. It has become one of the most influential labels in the Latin music industry, primarily known for its role in shaping the career of Bad Bunny, one of the biggest global superstars in reggaeton and Latin trap. Rimas…