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Album Reviews

Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Injury Reserve’s ‘By the Time I Get to Phoenix’ merges masterful rap production with fervent emotion

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It’s one of a kind, unapologetically discussing the ups and downs of life all whilst commemorating the talent and mourning the loss of band member Groggs.
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Album Reviews

Tuesday, December 8, 2020
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Rico Nasty takes you on her ‘Nightmare Vacation’

Don’t listen to Rico Nasty unless you’re ready to fight someone. Her new album, Nightmare Vacation, lets listeners forget reality in its 39-minute run.
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Arts Awards, Music

Thursday, December 3, 2020
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The Daily Californian’s Arts Awards: Music of 2020

With her sophomore LP Future Nostalgia, Dua Lipa put the pop music genre on her shoulders — and needless to say, she carried it without wavering.
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Singles

Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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‘Aquí Yo Mando’ is empowering Kali Uchis, Rico Nasty collaboration

When Kali Uchis and Rico Nasty bring out their stiletto heels and brass knuckles for a music video, you already know the song means business. 
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Album Reviews

Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Denzel Curry, Kenny Beats release nostalgic yet futuristic EP ‘Unlocked’

Unlocked is hip-hop geek heaven, paying homage to the legendary artists of the 1990s and early 2000s while fueling every Nintendo 64-fueled fantasy.
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College Life

Monday, June 24, 2019
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5 female rappers who are really heating up this summer

Here are five female rappers who have emerged within recent years to redefine the hip-hop game for the better. Check them out!
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Album Reviews

Sunday, April 28, 2019

Rico Nasty’s ‘Anger Management’ is perfect chaos

The rapper forced herself into the male-dominated hip-hop orbit, overcame adversity and killed the game on a level unmatched by most of her peers.
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