‘Cholla’ by Jerry Paper
By: Marc Arteaga, CW
Right off the bat, Jerry Paper’s newest single “Cholla” strikes the listener’s ears with a bouncy instrumental that is worth dancing to. The sound of his third single off of his upcoming album, “Abracadabra,” stands out from most of his past work characterized by a more slothful mood. While his songs typically seem...
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With its infinite nature and endless possibilities, space has been a central point for several films, such as the legendary “Star Wars” saga. Adding to the list is Korea’s recent sci-fi film, “Space Sweepers.” Intended to be a theatrical release, “Space Sweepers'' was recently delivered on Netflix and has already won audiences' hearts by topping Netflix’s charts in multiple...
One of the best parts about remembering a treasured memory is how sweepingly it can overtake our state of mind. One minute you’re sitting on a desk overwhelmed with papers and trinkets, watching an asynchronous virtual lecture you should've watched weeks ago, and then a random childhood memory temporarily halts any and all productivity. When certain recollections have the...
American award shows have had to adapt and evolve to maintain relevance among music fanatics as well as to reach viewership from the general public. As the 2021 American Music Awards nears its premiere, predicting which current music icons will receive a trophy on Nov. 21 will require a deep understanding of how the show works.
On Feb. 19, 1974...
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Soul and heavenly vocals surround the tunes of Omar Apollo. Recently coming off a Best New Artist Grammy nomination, Apollo has risen from the ground up to bless his fans with alternative R&B, pop and hues of reggaeton.
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