Music industry

Selling songs with nostalgia

“‘If we stop now and focus on nostalgia and try to bring back albums and songs that [already had their moment], then we’re not setting the stage for [new] creativity.’”
The glitz and glam of the 2023 Grammys

Snubs, surprises and controversy was the 2023 Grammy awards theme. Butler students recap their thoughts on this night to remember.
“It’s always a ‘remember when?’”

“The cycle of violence that continuously kills famous young rappers is an unaddressed problem in the industry that puts young stars at risk.”
Mounting pressures in the music industry

“Audiences and artists alike can only hope that a new era for music will shift to prioritize the well-being of creators, as well as fostering creative innovation.”
How music streaming impacts artists

While streaming solves some issues in the music industry, it may be creating new ones.
Neil Young and others battle Spotify amidst Joe Rogan COVID-19 misinformation scandal

Here’s what you need to know about the controversy surrounding the streaming giant.
Butler students get hands-on recording experience through Indy Blue Entertainment

Read the details behind the university’s very own record label.
Justin Bieber: the good, the bad and the ugly

Justin Bieber releases “Changes” — his first studio album in five years. Take a look at Bieber’s tumultuous career timeline, along with album reactions from past and present Beliebers.
Glorification of drugs in hip hop have went too far

For years, hip hop has glamorized drug and substance abuse. After the death of Chicago-based rapper Juice Wrld, hopefully the cycle will come to an end.