January 28, 2016

Artist Spotlight: Zonnique

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Hey guys. I know Black History Month starts in February (and it's currently January still), but I'm going to highlight an African-American artist anyways (The sooner the better! Right? Right!!!). This week I discovered a fairly new artist, Zonnique. Ring any bells? IT SHOULD. Zonnique was once a part of the teen girl group The OMG Girlz. If that does not sound familiar, she is also the daughter of rapper T.I. and singer-songwriter Tameka "Tiny" Harris from the hit reality show T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle. After what seemed like a small fun with The OMG Girlz, Zonnique decided to spread her wings and start a solo career. Following her mother's footsteps into music, who was in the 90's group Xscape, one can describe Zonnique's sound as refreshing new R&B that can still bring that "old-school" feeling back. Make sure you look out for Zonnique's music on WNJR Radio 91.7FM.

January 26, 2016

Artist Spotlight: Victor Kivuva

 

Victor Kivuva
On Campus there is an up and coming artist that has been making waves throughout Washington and Jefferson College. He started writing poetry at a young age reflecting the issues around the world. Globally conscious, he tries to incorporate current issues in his music. He would consider his style of music soulful floetry, not wanting to limit himself to the stigmatized category of Hip-Hop, although this is a sub-category of this versatile genre of music. His new single PE$A discusses the racial issues that are only examined surface deep based on skin color, but the real issue is socio-economics. The phrase "Iko wapi pesa"means "where is the money?"the message of the song is: Everything has a money trail and understanding the money helps one understand the problem. I encourage all to listen and comment on his soundcloud!      

January 25, 2016

The Good, the Bad, and the Happy

Hi guys! Its New Music Monday again, and this week I have some great stuff for you.

Panic! at the Disco's new album, 'Death of a Bachelor,' was released on January 15th.  I've been excited for this album since it was announced (if you couldn't tell - I mentioned it several times in past posts!) and the final product is nothing short of what I expected.  Half the album was released prior to the January 15th date, making the ultimate release slightly lackluster for me.  However, the album as a whole is incredible, touching upon old P!ATD's borderline raunchy songs about sex and sinning while also showing that they have evolved yet again, gracing our ears with a new sound that will be stuck in our heads for days.
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Listen to: "LA Devotee," "The Good, the Bad, and the Dirty," and "Crazy=Genius"
 
Hoodie Allen's new free album was released on Friday under an accurate name: "Happy Camper" definitely made me a happy camper!  This album is truly the whole package - an upbeat pop song, a killer feature by "Blackbear" that is as just sexy as you would expect it to be, a hip-hop banger about relationship issues, and a fun song with a catchy feature by a talented female vocalist - the whole shebang.  As if I wasn't excited enough to see Hoodie in March, I REALLY can't wait now!  Much like the transformation that is apparent on Panic! at the Disco's new album, Hoodie's fresh release has some undertones of the young, boisterous Hoodie while also exhibiting his growth as both an artist and a professional.  Check it out - its free and 100% worth it!
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Listen to: "Surprise Party (feat. Blackbear)," "Remind Me Of," "Too Invested"

Also on Friday, Weezer FINALLY gave us the album announcement we've all been praying for since the release of "Thank God For Girls" in October.  Unless you're like me and you've just been itching for more Weezer since "Everything Will Be Alright in the End" was released October 27th, 2014.  Weezer's tenth studio album will be self-titled, with a parenthetical "White Album" title and will be released on April 1st.  The album announcement was accompanied by a new single, "King of the World," as well as a tour announcement with none other than Panic! at the Disco!  Unfortunately the tour doesn't come anywhere near Pittsburgh... road trip, anyone? 

January 22, 2016

Let's Get This Party Started


Hello everyone! I hope that everyone's New Years, break, and Intersession is going wonderfully. We're back in action at WNJR Radio and hope that you guys are ready for a big bang. Next month is Black History Month and I'll be doing my spotlights on artists that helped pave the way for the minorities present in the music and the media today. I hope you guys are excited as I am!

January 19, 2016

Chance the Rapper: Sparring is Training

 
Sparring is Training 
If you just need intellectual stimulation and a great beat to listen to, it is highly encouraged that you listen to 'Sparring is Training'. This song references the Old Testament's story of Jacob. Chance speaks on the sparring match that occurred between Israel and the being. There is a sparring with a angel/God it is relating it back to the fight he puts up in his life; with the album cover appropriately depicting Israel’s fight. Chance the Rapper really has a playful aspect to his writing while still sending a powerful message. Sparring is Training has neo-classic soul feel to it which is not used lately. Listen! you will not regret it.

January 14, 2016

New Year, New Playlist

Hey all, and happy new year! (I know, it's already half way through January - time flies!) I'm so glad to be back here at WNJR. What better way to start off the new year than by sharing a workout playlist for you all to listen to while you're in the gym working hard on your new year's fitness resolutions?

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Whatever I Want - Classixx feat. T-Pain
I Know There's Gonna Be (Good Times) - Jamie xx (feat. Young Thug & Popcaan)
Greek Tragedy - The Wombats
In My Room - Yellow Claw & DJ Mustard (feat. Ty Dolla $ign & Tyga)
Bruk Bruk (I Need Your Lovin') - Dillon Francis
Gold - Kiiara
Purple Light - Ellipant (feat. Doja Cat)
Say My Name [Hermitude Remix] - ODESZA (feat. Zyra)
Break My Fall  [Rainer & Grimm Remix] - Golden Coast
You & Me [Flume Remix] - Disclosure (feat. Eliza Doolittle)
Smoke Filled Room - Mako 
Dancing on Glass - St. Lucia
Take My Love and Run - Bad Suns
Naked - Alison Wonderland & Slumberjack 
Electric Love - BØRNS
Gemini - What So Not 
Pure Grinding - Avicii
Drunk All the Time - Dillon Francis (feat. Simon Lord)  
Afterglow - Wilkinson
Forbes - G-Eazy & Borgore
Roses - The Chainsmokers (feat. ROZES)
I Can't Take It [Party Favor Remix] - Dillon Francis
Middle - DJ Snake (feat. Bipolar Sunshine)
Alive [Zedd Remix] - Empire of the Sun
Red Lips [Skrillex Remix] - GTA (feat. Sam Bruno)
Take Ü There - Skrillex & Diplo (Jack Ü) (feat. Kiesza)
Jaguar - What So Not
Run - Alison Wonderland
Cake by the Ocean - DNCE

I hope you enjoy this playlist! It's full of upbeat, fast-paced, EDM and alternative jams to keep you going at the gym. Tune into Bad Dance Moves on Mondays at 10 PM to hear more great songs with Jess and me!