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Romanticizing Your Summer

Daniella — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 02:27:49 +0000

Summer isn’t just a season; it’s a feeling. It’s the golden light; the smell of sunscreen; the hum of sprinklers. Big plans aren’t needed to capture the magic of summer. Romanticizing summer means slowing down. Noticing small things. Making everyday moments feel special. Here’s how to do it, even if you’re just staying home. […]

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POV: You’re a Side Character in Someone Else’s Coming-of-Age Movie

Daniella — Fri, 30 May 2025 03:02:13 +0000

You’re not the one with the tragic backstory, the indie soundtrack, or the dramatic rooftop monologue. You’re the one who sits next to the protagonist in math class. You make one sarcastic comment, everyone laughs, and the camera cuts away. Welcome to side character energy. You’re not the star, but you’re the reason the […]

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Interview With Calgary’s Music Scene

Diya Kunisetty — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:40:53 +0000

On March 27, I had the pleasure of interviewing Gabrielle Cadiang. She is currently pursuing a combined degree at the University of Calgary, studying both political science and communications media studies. Being an avid music lover and contributor to Calgary’s local music scene, she has also been named as one of Calgary’s top 20 under […]

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10 Canadian Bands That ROCK!

Jianna H — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:21:04 +0000

Canadian Music: More Than Just O’ Canada Home of the beaver, maple syrup, and excessively apologizing. These are all staples of the Canadian brand that may come to mind when you think of the Great North; however, if you’re like me, then you may have also thought of the amazing music scene Canada has to […]

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Unseen & Unheard : The Teen Subcultures That Define the Next Generation

Natania Varghese — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 04:24:42 +0000

In the age of social media, it can seem like the world of teen culture is limited to what we see on Instagram, Tiktok, and Snapchat. From viral trends to the mainstream popularity of certain styles, it’s easy to think that all teens are following a set script. However, there’s another side to teen life, […]

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NewJeans vs. ADOR: The Ongoing Battle and Its Bright Future

Elizabeth Aluko — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:35:51 +0000

The K-pop scene has been buzzing with the ongoing dispute between the popular girl group NewJeans and their former management company, ADOR, a subsidiary of HYBE. This conflict has not only captivated fans but also raised questions about the dynamics of artist management and contract disputes in the entertainment industry. The Beginning of the Conflict […]

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Appreciating Music: Vienna by Billy Joel

S.R. Spencer — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 04:47:13 +0000

Although it never was released as a single, and remained in obscurity for many years after the release of the album, “Vienna” has become one of Billy Joel’s most well-known and popular songs in modern days. The song serves as a metaphor for growing older, with Joel telling the listener to slow down and enjoy […]

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Into the Depths of “Balloonerism” by Mac Miller

Jianna H — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 04:11:54 +0000

Introduction Mac Miller left behind a legacy of music that brought comfort through relatability and nostalgia to his listeners and fans. Yet, even 7 years after his death, his music continues to inspire and grow others. Before his untimely death, Miller recorded his seventh studio album, “Balloonerism,” which was officially released in January 2025, nearly […]

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Laufey’s Musical Revolution: How She’s Bringing Jazz Back for GenZ

Suha A — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 01:37:00 +0000

Laufey (pronounced “Lay-vay”) is a 25-year-old Icelandic-Chinese jazz pop artist who has been gaining traction in recent years. Her classical-inspired sound mixed with jazzy chords has won over the hearts of many Generation Z teenagers and adults alike. She has made one of the most popular jazz debuts in recent times, with notable tracks […]

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How To Change Your Music Listening Habits

S.R. Spencer — Sat, 14 Dec 2024 23:23:51 +0000

We all have our favorite songs. Unfortunately, if we continue to listen to those songs, it is inevitable we will eventually grow sick of them, requiring us to find new songs we like to avoid this problem. Here are five habits to develop which could help you find more songs you enjoy Listen to Albums, […]

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A Symphony of Justice: The Role of Music in Political Movements

Jianna H — Tue, 10 Dec 2024 02:07:02 +0000

Since the beginning of time, music has been not only a vessel for creativity but also a window into the nature and inner workings of humans. Music has united communities by transcending boundaries and creating emotional bonds that defy the dividers of everyday society through universal struggles and beliefs. Music has been pivotal in moving […]

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Calgarian Teen Rocks with the Arkells

Jianna H — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 06:59:11 +0000

“It was the most insane night ever” As many students return back to school after a much deserved November Break, we can’t help but reminisce about our days of rest and relaxation. While catching up with my friends, we talked about the shows we binged, new fall recipes we experimented with, and all the studying […]

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Music as Medicine – A Look Into Music Therapy

Natalie — Sat, 30 Nov 2024 19:41:24 +0000

Music undoubtedly plays a part in all of our lives — whether you’re just a casual listener and use music as a backdrop to your life, or are someone like me: a full-blown music nerd who plays instruments, sings in a choir, and listens genres from classical to hip-hop and everything in between. But, no […]

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Opera is Boring… Right? An Interview With Anna Theodosakis

Jeanne Y — Sat, 16 Nov 2024 22:02:03 +0000

It’s expensive, outdated, and dull. Watching a bunch of people in powdered wigs sing in foreign languages at insanely high pitches for hours… where’s the fun in that? Actually, there’s a lot of fun in it. There’s also a lot more to opera than what meets the initial thought. This initial thought process is a […]

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Guess The Music Artist By The Emojis!

Bowen Zheng — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:19:50 +0000

Introduction: From rappers, to pop singers, this blog will be about guessing which music artist is associated with the given emojis! Ready to test your musical artist knowledge, along with your emoji interpretations? The levels will progressively get harder with 15 levels in total! Good luck and I hope you have fun! (Answers will […]

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“I’m a Queen card:” Female Power in Kpop

Amy Xia — Tue, 28 May 2024 04:05:59 +0000

As the awakening of female power has been on the rise, this trend of feminism can not only be seen with official feminists but also with cultural symbols such as K-pop. K-pop, which refers to Korean popular music, originated in South Korea. Usually in the form of boy and girl band groups, these K-pop music […]

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TTPD – A Review on the Top Songs for Taylor Swift’s New Album

Jeanne Y — Sun, 12 May 2024 14:19:24 +0000

A few weeks ago, on April 19th, an incredibly exciting event occurred. Taylor Swift’s long-awaited new album, The Tortured Poets Department, was released at midnight EST. The fact that 258.3 million adults in the US alone consider themselves Swifties, this drop of this album has been anticipated eagerly for months. As a Swiftie myself, I am no […]

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The Art Behind The Works of Art

Crystal Lattice — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:07:14 +0000

Almost everywhere in our lives, we see art. Whether the artwork exists on the side of a building, as a monument, or simply as a digital picture, etc… there are many pieces of artwork that catch our attention. Between every work of art that you may have seen, there is always a different perspective […]

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Classical Comeback

Iman Alvi — Sun, 15 Jan 2023 03:53:24 +0000

Classical music has long since had a looming reputation over it in the modern day. Elite, old-fashioned, and even outdated have all been prejudices that have been routed deep into the genre, however, that makes it all the more surprising to hear it’s been having a comeback in the younger generation out of everyone. A […]

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Summer Events in YYC

Yuri Choi — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:27:29 +0000

With school finally being done, many of us are looking forward to enjoying the summer break. However, for me personally, I often find myself during the summer sitting around the house, because I’ve run out of things to do. I mean, one can play on their phone for only so long, right? For those of […]

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Songs on Repeat- May Edition

Yuri Choi — Fri, 20 May 2022 23:24:36 +0000

It seems like the second school semester has just flown by. I have a hard time believing that it’s already May, and the school year is starting to wrap up. As many of you know, this is one of the busiest times during the school year. Teachers are rushing to finish all the required content, […]

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Underrated Korean Musical Artists

Yuri Choi — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 03:51:18 +0000

We all know big K-pop names such as BTS, Blackpink, and Stray Kids, but there are countless other talented yet not widely known Korean musical artists. With the rapid spread of K-pop in western countries, people have become more open towards listening to music in another language. This is a great way to experience new […]

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Putting Calgary on the Map

Daniyal Sait — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:10:38 +0000

When it comes to some of the world’s most famous cities, some big names that come to mind may include Paris, New York, London, L.A., and many others from across the world. Diving deeper into Canada specifically, people may think of Toronto, Montreal, or Vancouver. However, in recent decades, Calgary seems to be on the […]

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Honouring the Dark Roots of Jazz Music

Chloe Zhai — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 03:21:15 +0000

Music is your own experience, your own thoughts, your wisdom. – Charlie Parker, legendary jazz saxophonist Introduction If you listen to music, you would have definitely encountered jazz sometime in your life, whether it be in the form of rock, R&B, hip-hop, or pop music. Perhaps you were even in the Jazz Band at school. […]

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3 of the Most Influential Black Musicians

Claire Li — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 03:31:22 +0000

History has definitely seen the impact Black Musicians have had on the creation of art and music. February is Black History Month, making this a great time to celebrate history’s most influential black musicians. Here are 3 of the most influential black artists: Ella Fitzgerald (1917-1996) Ella Fitzgerald, the “First Lady of Song,” is […]

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A month of music: January

Gabrielle Cadiang — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 06:35:50 +0000

I’d consider myself a ‘music connoisseur.’ A lot of my days consist of listening and discovering new songs, creating new playlists whenever I’m feeling a particular emotion or experiencing something specific. Therefore, I do believe that music has played a big role in my life. Now, I am not here to review music (I don’t […]

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An Entertainment Recap Of 2021

Daniyal Sait — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 05:43:30 +0000

Like any other year in history, 2021 wasn’t ideal. But I’m not here to talk about everything that may have been rough – in fact, this article does quite the opposite. Despite everything, 2021 created many great memories that will stay with our generation in particular for a very long time. Even in suboptimal times, […]

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The Stunning Return Of Violet Evergarden

Nayena Sen — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 22:51:39 +0000

Violet Evergarden: The Movie is the first movie released by Kyoto Animations after the arson attack that occurred in 2019. This film has been awaited by fans worldwide and carries a large amount of emotional weight; on and off-screen. Violet Evergarden is a wonderful anime series that follows a slice of life format that has […]

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A Blast From The Past

Daniyal Sait — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 16:13:56 +0000

Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind. – Nathaniel Hawthorne With time passing so quickly, let’s take a look at the 80s in comparison to the present day. One way that time leaves its shadow is through pop culture, and it can be fun to see how various industries have changed over the […]

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The Importance of Supporting Local Musicians

Zainab Majid — Sat, 05 Jun 2021 23:41:42 +0000

Local music artists are hard workers in our community who often go unnoticed. They work hard to make music that means something to them and brings the community together. That friend of yours who records music in their basement? They could be the next Ariana Grande or Shawn Mendes! Who knows? It’s never too late […]

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