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Deja View: Dame D.O.L.L.A and being a part-time artist

Deja View: Dame D.O.L.L.A and being a part-time artist

By Kendyl Bennett, Podcast Editor • November 8, 2017

In a special bonus episode of Deja View, Life & Culture Editor Jake Leary talks to Multimedia Editor Matt Maloney about his review of NBA star Damian Lillard’s new album “CONFIRMED” and his...

Damian Lillard is a basketball player for the Portland Trail Blazers and is coming to prominence in the world of music. His first album, “The Letter O,” was released in 2016. One year later, “Confirmed” was released Oct. 6.

Review: Dame D.O.L.L.A drops the ball on latest rap release

By Matt Maloney, Multi Media Editor • November 7, 2017
While he demonstrates some songwriting skill, on this album it’s pretty clear that music is just his side hustle.
Senior Lensdarly Dieujuste is an aspiring rapper

Q&A: Aspiring hip-hop artist establishes himself in Ithaca

By Silas White, Assistant Life and Culture Editor • October 3, 2017
That’s a big part of what rap is about, just saying what you want and trying to change the world politically.
"Luv is Rage 2" is the fourth album from Lil Uzi Vert. The album bounces back and forth between serious subject matter and lighter material.

Review: Uzi’s ‘Luv is Rage 2’ transcends trap tropes

By Charlie Musante, Contributing writer • September 13, 2017
Uzi’s colorful influences come together to create one of the more entertaining trap albums released this year.
“Patti Cake$” is the debut feature from writer, director and composer Geremy Jasper. The film follows Patricia Dombrowski as she tries to break into the music industry and attract the attention of her favorite rapper, O-Z. Stay Gold Features

Review: ‘Patti Cake$’ can’t hit the high note

By Tyler Obropta, Proof Reader • September 6, 2017
But the absurdism undermines the film’s attempts at genuineness, and the more poignant moments don’t land.
"SATURATION" II is the middle album in a trilogy by Brockhampton, a progressive rap group that stylizes itself as a boyband.

L&C Review: Rap group infuses novelty into saturated genre

By Matt Maloney, Multimedia Editor • August 31, 2017
BROCKHAMPTON’S ability to focus on the present while also acknowledging its past differentiates it from other notable rap groups.
Kendrick Lamar's newest album, "DAMN.," released April 14 and features guest appearances by U2, Rihanna and Zacari. "DAMN." is Lamar's sixth album and follows the 2016 release "untitled unmastered."

Review: Kendrick Lamar conquers the hip-hop competition

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor • April 26, 2017
It may not be a straightforward classic like “good kid, m.A.A.d city,” or sonically experimental like “To Pimp a Butterfly,” but it has mass appeal.
"HNDRXX" is the second album in two weeks from popular rapper Future. The album features tracks with guest artists The Weeknd and Rihanna.

Review: Future’s ‘HNDRXX’ marks a new era in rapper’s career

By Matt Maloney, Assistant Multimedia Editor • March 1, 2017
Future sacrificed the high-energy simplicity that put him on the map for an overabundance of deep contemplation that doesn’t fit his artistic persona.
Sophomore Isaiah Horton performs an improvisational rap with Brü on Jan. 27 for the Sinfonia Ball in the Whalen Center for Music. The musician later put on a wig designed to look like President Donald Trump's hair and performed a rehearsed political rap.

Ithaca funk bands raise money for Southside Community Center

By Kate Nalepinski, Life & Culture Editor • February 1, 2017
To raise awareness for homelessness in Tompkins County, the Delta Chapter of the Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia hosted the Sinfonia Ball Jan. 27 in the Whalen Center for Music.
Review: Chief Keef releases lo-fi mixtape independently

Review: Chief Keef releases lo-fi mixtape independently

By Evin Billington, Life & Culture Editor • December 3, 2014
"Back from the Dead 2," the latest mixtape from Chicago street rapper Chief Keef, is evidence that Keef has lost none of his talent after being dropped from Interscope Records.
Learn more about the band behind freshman rapper San Williams.

Rapping it up: Freshman rapper relays personal narratives through music

By Evin Billington, Accent Editor • April 9, 2014
Freshman rapper San Williams performed at the South by Southwest music festival. Williams' music deviates from many usual staples of hip-hop.

Review: Once golden rapper loses shine in hazy debut release

By Evin Billington, Accent Editor • January 22, 2014
Empowered rapper Angel Haze's newest release is boring and melodramatic.
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