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Everybody Talks: Metal Music swerved the curse of being a trend then how is it still relevant?

Being a part of a metal music conversation where the only bands being mentioned are Black Sabbath, Metallica, Iron Maiden is the new normal. But who made it a norm and why is nobody getting bored of these same names on a roll already?? Or perhaps these bands cracked the code for the algorithm back in the 70s? Today’s search involves: why in a world … Continue reading Everybody Talks: Metal Music swerved the curse of being a trend then how is it still relevant?

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Verses and Vendettas: Kendrick vs. Drake

Kendrick and Drake. Two names which have completely taken control over the music scene with their intense, borderline petty, rivalry. Now I’m sure you’re wondering where this beef spawned from. Two months ago, there was barely any mention of grievances between the two and all of a sudden, they’re throwing egregious accusations at each other? Well, this rap battle has been brewing behind the scenes … Continue reading Verses and Vendettas: Kendrick vs. Drake

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Are the jingles jingling for you?

“We used to be a country. A proper country,” or maybe the prim and properness went down the drain as we grew up. As you walk through the old rubble of memories, you pick up the stride and hum to an old tune, which you never quite forgot, and it keeps levitating in your mind, why? The bubble gum isn’t that class apart but you … Continue reading Are the jingles jingling for you?

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Taylor Swift, Shakespeare and BTS: Can Modern Music be considered Poetry?

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer and are not representative of the platform itself. Picture this: after an exhausting day you plug in your headphones and stream your favorite songs on Spotify to unwind. But here’s the thing. You’re not listening to just music; you’re listening to poetry that will be a part of the English curriculum a few … Continue reading Taylor Swift, Shakespeare and BTS: Can Modern Music be considered Poetry?

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Language, Music, Opinion

What is Music? Can it be Considered a Language?

How is it that you can recognise the Mission Impossible soundtrack almost instantly? There’s something that all spy movie soundtracks have in common; you can almost immediately notice it. But how? Is it because their melody evokes mystery, or is it because of the way spy movie soundtracks have always been? Has your mind been trained to see things in a certain way? Is it … Continue reading What is Music? Can it be Considered a Language?

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Gangnam Style, Bts and Squid Game: The linguistic consequences of the Korean Wave

Via the global stardom and the colossal cult-like following of global K-pop groups like BTS, Got7, Blackpink and Twice, Korean culture has seen a massive rise in its popularity all around the globe, something which is attributed to increasing accessibility to technology and social media. This steep hike in popularity is visible within all sectors of culture; tv shows (Squid Game), Cinema(Parasite), Food (Dalgona Coffee) … Continue reading Gangnam Style, Bts and Squid Game: The linguistic consequences of the Korean Wave

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