The pandemic created a creative bubble for artists to seclude into, whether they necessarily wanted to or not. Artists on the verge of young adulthood, transitioning from high school to reality, were at...
Chicago's South Side story has been told in many ways, from Black wall street to gang violence, but never through the drill culture lens. Chicago's disenfranchised Black communities gave birth to drill...
Lizzo released her latest single, “About Damn Time,” on April 14 and it did not disappoint. The new song will be on Lizzo’s upcoming album, “Special,” which is slated for release on July 15.
“About...
Recently making its live debut at Coachella on Friday evening, “As It Was” by Harry Styles has quickly added another accolade to its roster. Styles released the first single of his third studio album,...
While I unfortunately did not get the tall gene from my dad, I did get his impeccable music taste. Whether it was the obligated music electives throughout my schooling or just hereditary luck, I know way...
Between 11 Grammys, six Artist of the Year titles and a list full of awards, Taylor Swift has no shortage of accomplishments. Her nine albums and two re-recordings have pushed her to be one of the top...
Social media allows independent artists, now more than ever, to have a legitimate chance at making it big in the music business, and the local Chicago band Ax and the Hatchetmen are seeing that beautiful...
Chinyere Ibeh, Music and Film Critic
• March 13, 2022
“jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy” follows the almost 30-year career of Kanye West, a rapper, producer and newfound fashion mogul. This three-part documentary captures the intricacies of West both personally...
While California-based rock band Weezer may have released most of their best work in the 90’s, they still remain active today. With their two 2021 albums and plans to release four albums in 2022, their...
In the chaotic wake of “Justice League,” its hotly debated Snyder Cut and the rest of the behind-the-scenes turmoil surrounding the Ben Affleck-led DC Extended Universe, the latest film based on DC...
A two part DEJAMZ since there are so many good break up songs. The first week is focused primarily on the female rage after breakup. This includes some of my favorite Black artists for the last day of...
Witnessing true greatness in any art form is a rare experience. For some, bucket-list concerts might include The Rolling Stones at the Hollywood Bowl, Jay-Z playing Madison Square Garden or Lady Gaga at...
