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Music Without Borders: The Rise of Le Rap Français
Music Without Borders: The Rise of Le Rap Français

French youth have combined the music of Africa with American New Wave rap, creating a distinct sound that immerses listeners in an unparalleled musical affair.

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DIVERSITYAfterglow ATXOctober 29, 2020redding mickler
At the End of Quarantine, There’s Light (and, Maybe, Art): Bon Iver’s ‘For Emma, Forever Ago’
At the End of Quarantine, There’s Light (and, Maybe, Art): Bon Iver’s ‘For Emma, Forever Ago’

As the world sits isolated within their homes,Vernon’s For Emma, Forever Ago is relatably harrowing yet optimistic, as we all try to figure out our next steps.

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Afterglow ATXOctober 28, 2020sloan wyatt, darrina green
Album Review: Beabadoobee’s Raw Expression on 'Fake It Flowers' Makes For an Intimate Listening Experience
Album Review: Beabadoobee’s Raw Expression on 'Fake It Flowers' Makes For an Intimate Listening Experience

British-Filipino singer-songwriter beabadoobee ventures into new territory on Fake It Flowers with a more alternative rock sound and vulnerability gushing from each track.

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REVIEWSAfterglow ATXOctober 28, 2020heather stewart
Music Without Borders: Drain Gang Is Taking Swedish Cloud Rap to New Heights
Music Without Borders: Drain Gang Is Taking Swedish Cloud Rap to New Heights

The polarizing Sweden-based alternative hip-hop collective Drain Gang has quickly become one of the most popular non-American rap groups on the planet.

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DIVERSITYAfterglow ATXOctober 28, 2020joshua troncoso
Interview: No Longer “Strangers” with Hall Johnson
Interview: No Longer “Strangers” with Hall Johnson

Local band Hall Johnson discusses growing up in the Dallas suburbs, the Austin music scene, and maturing as musicians.

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Interviews, Photo StoryAfterglow ATXOctober 27, 2020
Playlist: Helping Bisexuals Get Through Sweater Weather
Playlist: Helping Bisexuals Get Through Sweater Weather

Bundle up and buckle down with this playlist at your side.

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PLAYLISTSAfterglow ATXOctober 27, 2020grayson patteson, kate glenn
In Memoriam: Riley Gale of Power Trip Screamed for Texas
In Memoriam: Riley Gale of Power Trip Screamed for Texas

Riley Gale’s politically-motivated heavy metal brought camaraderie and justice to the Texas music scene.

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Afterglow ATXOctober 27, 2020felix kalvesmaki
Quiz: Which Artist Matches Your Musical Mood?
Quiz: Which Artist Matches Your Musical Mood?

Sometimes it’s hard to decide what you’re in the mood to listen to. Take this quiz and find out which artist we’d recommend to you based on your current mood.

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quiz, Crossword PuzzlesAfterglow ATXOctober 26, 2020quiz, camryn garza, roberto soto
Certified Geek: Hozier’s Simp Status and “WAP” Have More In Common Than You Think
Certified Geek: Hozier’s Simp Status and “WAP” Have More In Common Than You Think

The quiet sensuality in Hozier’s music is just as “dirty” as the explicit sexuality in Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s “WAP.”

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Afterglow ATXOctober 26, 2020beril lara saygan, vildan karaca
How Pearl Jam Turned Angst into Activism
How Pearl Jam Turned Angst into Activism

Since the formation of legendary Seattle grunge band Pearl Jam 30 years ago, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recipients have created a perfect combination of activism and rebellion.

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Afterglow ATXOctober 26, 2020alany rodriguez, darrina green
Album Anniversaries: The Earnest Grandiosity Of ‘Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness’
Album Anniversaries: The Earnest Grandiosity Of ‘Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness’

25 years ago, Smashing Pumpkins released their third album, a sprawling exploration of the human condition and a high-water mark for the band.

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ANALYSISAfterglow ATXOctober 24, 2020carys anderson
Drake vs. The Beatles: Who’s Got More Slaps?
Drake vs. The Beatles: Who’s Got More Slaps?

Drake’s bold proclamation that he’s “got more slaps than The Beatles” gives way to an interesting debate.

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Afterglow ATXOctober 23, 2020thomas galindo
Album Anniversaries: 5 Years Later, ‘Sprained Ankle’ Still Evokes Fresh Grief
Album Anniversaries: 5 Years Later, ‘Sprained Ankle’ Still Evokes Fresh Grief

In the five years since its release, Julien Baker’s self-produced first record has aged into a testament to humankind’s ability to change and progress.

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ANALYSISAfterglow ATXOctober 23, 2020felix kalvesmaki
Photo Story: Royal & the Serpent Takes on Anxiety in “Overwhelmed”
Photo Story: Royal & the Serpent Takes on Anxiety in “Overwhelmed”

As a mental health advocate, I depicted the song’s themes of feeling overwhelmed and hopeless due to anxiety.

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Photo StoryAfterglow ATXOctober 23, 2020carolyn parmer
How Nicki Minaj’s “Anaconda” Rewrote the Rules for Mainstream Radio
How Nicki Minaj’s “Anaconda” Rewrote the Rules for Mainstream Radio

“Anaconda,” the sensual single from Nicki Minaj, walked the line of controversy so songs like “WAP” could run it.

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Afterglow ATXOctober 22, 2020josh whalen
Photo Story: "Blueberry Eyes" Music Video Visuals 
Photo Story: "Blueberry Eyes" Music Video Visuals 

Visuals inspired by MAX’s latest hit “Blueberry Eyes,” from his most recent album, Colour Vision.

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Photo StoryAfterglow ATXOctober 22, 2020Erica Grifaldo
Art Zoom: Online Art History Classes Taught By Your Favorite Musicians
Art Zoom: Online Art History Classes Taught By Your Favorite Musicians

Google Arts & Culture’s video series “Art Zoom” allows its viewers to look at art from the perspectives of musicians from different corners of the world.

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Afterglow ATXOctober 21, 2020katie karp
Photo Story: Austin Locals Meet Austin Locales
Photo Story: Austin Locals Meet Austin Locales

Austin artists might travel all over to perform their music, but their album art still feels a lot like home. We pair up hot tourist spots around Austin with album covers from some local favorites.

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Photo StoryAfterglow ATXOctober 21, 2020rudi klarmann
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