May 27, 2022
It’s been one year since the young pop-star, Olivia Rodrigo, released her first music album “Sour”. Since her debut, Olivia Rodrigo has won 3 Grammy Awards and named Women of the Year in 2022.
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March 31, 2022
After a cancelled performance at the Asuncionico festival in Paraguay Doja cat received backlash from fans claiming the singer neglected them outside of her hotel. After the many complaints from...
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April 11, 2022
After a long 4 year’s K-pop group Big Bang makes a comeback to the music scene with the song “Still Life.” This song has become another banger from the group reminding fans of the music they once...
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April 6, 2022
The first theatre production highlighting the global takeover of the K-Pop industry will be making its Broadway debut later this year, with its opening night scheduled for November 20, while...
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April 6, 2022
Over the past month, singer Ed Sheeran has been battling a copyright trial, accusing him of plagiarizing his 2017 hit song, “Shape of You” the song’s resemblance to their song, “Oh Why” Sami Chokri...
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April 5, 2022
If you’ve been on social media for the past few months, odds are you’ve probably heard of the iconic viral hit, “Leave The Door Open” by Silk Sonic on just about every corner of the internet.
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April 2, 2022
Debut: April 2022 After having competed on the reality survival show, “My Teenage Girl”, the seven-member group CLASS:y was formed, signing a seven-year contract with label, M25. The group was...
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April 1, 2022
Queendom returned for its long awaited second season (hosted by Girls Generation’s Tayeon) and here’s all you need to know: Queendom is a South Korean reality-survival show in which six girl groups...
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April 7, 2022
Bobby Shmurda has finally been released from his deal with Epic Records following his own plea for his release on social media stating, “I did six years in jail trying to get off this label before...
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April 5, 2022
Alas, BIGBANG have finally made their long-awaited return to the spotlight with their new single, “Still Life” – a heartfelt ballad about the perils of growing up and learning from your past. As...
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April 5, 2022
Last week, Louisville heartthrob Jack Harlow dropped a 13 second snippet of a new song he’d been working on that samples Fergie’s hit, “Glamorous” and it immediately went viral on TikTok within...
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March 18, 2022
After month’s of anticipation Japanese Girl group XGalX debute with new single “Tippy Toes”. The group consists of 7 young empowered women named Jurin, Harvey, Hinata, Chisa, Maya, Juria and Co...
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Chief Keef stands as a trailblazing figure who reshaped the genre and introduced a new wave of music known as drill. Being raised in Chicago's South Side, Chief Keef's rise to fame was marked by his raw and unfiltered lyrics, distinct flow, and the creation of a genre that would influence a generation of artists.
Born Keith Farrelle Cozart on August 15, 1995, Chief Keef emerged from humble beginnings to become a transformative force in the hip-hop scene. Keef’s breakthrough came in 2012 when he dropped his album “Finally Rich”, which contained hit songs such as “Love Sosa” and “I Don’t Like”. The song “I Don’t Like” caught the attention of a major artist Kanye West who produced a remix of the song. This remix by West propelled Keef into the mainstream, marking his breakthrough in the music industry.
Chief Keef's most significant contribution to the hip-hop landscape is the creation of drill music. Originating in Chicago, drill music is characterized by its gritty and often violent lyrical content, coupled with hard-hitting beats and a distinctive delivery style. Chief Keef's lyrics vividly depicted the realities of life in Chicago's violent neighborhoods, giving listeners a glimpse into the harsh conditions he and others faced daily.
Chief Keef's influence extended beyond his music impacting fashion and slang in the hip-hop community. His signature dreadlocks, face tattoos, and minimalist style inspired a new wave of fashion trends within the genre.
In reality, Chief Keef’s influence is undeniable. He not only pioneered a genre of rap, but he influenced a whole era in social media, fashion and trends. His legacy and influence will continue to be appreciated as many artists recognize him as a G.O.A.T. Artists will continue to use Chief Keef’s music to influence, and inspire their own creations.
