Since 1970, Earth Day has stood as a powerful reminder that our planet cannot thrive without our help. Occurring every April 22, Earth Day encourages all of us, no matter our age, to get out and help,...

You don’t need to be religious to enjoy the harmonic mysteries of Gregorian chanting. While the Latin hymns are traditionally sung at Catholic mass, their striking unaccompanied monophonic tone produces...

Spring quarter may have only started, but do not fear, the finish line is in sight! Although there are still 10 weeks between us and summer – or being adults for all of my graduating folks – the air...

As I turned 23 this week, I thought it would be a great opportunity to reflect on the past couple years of my life through music. At first, I attempted to only pick songs from the year 2000, but what I...

Kiss us, we're awesome. This week’s DeJamz comes from The DePaulia’s very own Irish-persons in residence, Una and Patrick. Though it’s been a minute since either of us have been to mass, we’re...

I have always enjoyed some good cowboy and Western-esque media. And for the past few months, there’s been somewhat of a Western revisionist movement happening, especially on TikTok. Some may say we are...

Talented, gorgeous and ethereal are a few adjectives that come to mind when one thinks of their Pisces friends. Well, maybe we’re just biased. Whether you love or hate Pisces season, you can’t deny...

As I’m no longer Arts and life Editor, the public diary we call Dejamz has been replaced by my triumphant successor Lilly Keller, but I do miss the occasional jab I would make relating my personal life...

Love it or hate it, Valentine's day characterizes the month of February for many. Personally, I consider the holiday to be a little overrated, but maybe that's just because I can no longer afford a bag...

Although unjustly short, Black History Month is a powerful reminder of the Black community's contributions, influences and triumphs. While DeJamz may only focus on music, there is no question that all...

Midwest emo is one of the many genres that were quintessential in my high school upbringing. What is it, though? It’s a subgenre of emo music that focuses on very well curated guitar riffs and very...

Characterized by melodies of sheer melancholy, the slowcore genre was born from a rebellion against the traditional intensity and aggression of grunge music. Although we could discuss the highs and lows...