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How COVID-19 has inspired more creativity in the entertainment industry
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The entertainment industry is just one of the many things that has been drastically affected by COVID-19. With business closures and physical distancing, it’s been a lot harder to make entertainment media in the way we had been accustomed to. While this might seem restrictive for many musicians, it has actually opened up a world…
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Music to get you through the pandemic
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The public health situation continues to be one of many twists and turns. Hearing something one day followed by a sudden contradiction the next can be confusing and tiring. Many of us diligently tune into social media in order to stay informed and educated but sometimes it can be a bit too much for our…
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Musician BA Johnston on music and quarantine
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They say never meet your heroes, but they have clearly never met BA Johnston. A day or so after the interview, as I was attempting to transcribe the audio into text, I could have sworn I was listening to an episode of The Chris Farley Show – aimless, unintelligible ramblings full of monotonous praise, asking…
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Billie Eilish speaks out against body shaming at recent concert
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At a recent concert, Billie Eilish protested about body shaming which consisted of a speech and removing her oversized t-shirt. Eilish is known for wearing clothes that are baggy, and she has stated multiple times that her style has been a way for her to avoid being sexualized and to not give anyone an opportunity…
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Arkells give away free merch in support of local news
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The legendary Canadian band Arkells has come back in recent weeks to promote their newest single “Years In The Making.” In a press release from Feb. 25, frontman Max Kerman described the song as an “A+ banger,” and that it certainly is. The band broke their silence following the winding down of the tour for…
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Why artists need to be treated better in the music industry
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Ever since I was a kid, I have been fascinated by the lives of people within the music industry. All of the components of it, from the singer to the person who runs the soundboard in the recording studio. It almost seemed like a fairy tale to me, but when I actually learned about how…
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The Beaches make waves at Elements Nightclub
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This past Wednesday I was fortunate enough to see the magic that is The Beaches at Elements Nightclub in Kitchener. To say this show was a wild, magical and powerful concert would be an understatement. The band’s four women ooze chemistry, confidence and female empowerment. The show kicked off with a bang — Toronto groups…
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Albums to help you transition into 2020
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It’s hard to believe that 2020 is already here. Big milestones like this can be difficult to adjust to, as it can often feel like time is just pushing us forward. So, whether this new year has you looking for guidance through a big change in your life, wanting to reflect on your past or…
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Drake’s identity is going to be different for everyone – but he will always be a biracial, Jewish, Canadian hip-hop artist: An analysis of Drakes identity in HYFR
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Graphics Editor, Jamie Mere, breaks down the identity of infamous Canadian music icon, Drake, and his impact on pop culture Who really is Drake? While we all know of Drake and have an image of who we think he is, understanding his true identity is very hard to do. Drake has so many attributes and…
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FKA Twigs’ new album is art pop at its finest
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After four long, album-less years, FKA Twigs released her much-anticipated project, Magdalene on Nov. 8. A professional singer and songwriter, Twigs is revered for her avant-garde style. Her performances are grand and sublime, and her music is known for its genre-bending qualities. Magdalene is short and sweet, or rather, quite indulgent. Consisting of only nine…
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