Flower Boy by Tyler, The Creator

Frontman and co-founder of the Los Angeles based hip-hop group Odd Future, Tyler Okonma, better known by his stage name Tyler, The Creator, is well known for his controversial lyrics and public persona. Okonma first gained popularity with the dark and depressing subjects he rapped about on his 2009 debut mixtape “Bastard” and his first […]

“Big Fish Theory” by Vince Staples

California rapper Vince Staples has been on a significant rise in the underground hip-hop scene since his debut in 2010. The 24-year-old first appeared as a featured artist on popular tracks from the now mostly defunct Odd Future group, with rappers such as Earl Sweatshirt and Tyler, The Creator. Since then, he released four mixtapes, […]

“The Thinning” passes the test

If you’re a fan of dystopian movies like “The Hunger Games” and “Divergent,” then you should check out the “The Thinning.” “The Thinning” tells the story of a suppressed society that is dealing with overpopulation. To control it, they have created a standardized test that students must take each year from 1st to 12th grade. […]

Soundbite: “Climate Change” by Pitbull

The Cuban-American hip-hop artist Pitbull released his 10th anticipated album, “Climate Change,” on March 17. His 12-track album features a series of collaborations with powerhouse performers like Robin Thicke, Flo-rida, R. Kelly, Jennifer Lopez, Enrique Iglesias and Stephen Marley. His smash hit singles from last year – “Greenlight,” “Messin’ Around” and “Freedom”- are highlighted throughout […]