Music

The 'Bob Dylan of Vietnam': Trinh Cong Son's anti-war music

Article
Quynh Nguyen
09/06/2023
9 minutes to read

In this article, Trinh Cong Son’s influence during and after the Vietnam War will be critically analyzed by making use of documents, literature, and domestic and international presses to ensure the persuasive delivery of his global success.

APESHIT: The Carters versus Globalization and Art

Paper
Jaimy Pijpers
10/02/2023
10 minutes to read

An analysis of the music video of APESHIT by the Carters. The music video criticizes the Western monopolization of Art. This paper analyses the music video through the perspective of McDonaldization, Colonialism, Art history, and World Art.

A replica of the Eiffel Tower with the festival logo stands on the grounds of the French edition of Lollapalooza, held in Paris.

Globalization and music festivals: the case of Lollapalooza

Article
Gerard Castillo-Miralles
19/05/2023
13 minutes to read

In this article I will analyze the tense relationship between the local and the global in music festivals. To do so, I will focus on the Lollapalooza festival, known for its eclectic artistic proposal, which is currently present in 8 countries.

Promotion and storytelling in Hopeless Fountain Kingdom by Halsey

Paper
Hanan Faour
20/05/2022
10 minutes to read

This paper explores the ways in which the transmedial extensions of Halsey's concept album Hopeless Fountain Kingdom function as both a means of artistic exploration, as well as promotional tools. 

Ariana Grande Then & Now

Ariana Grande switching from Positions

Article
Marjon Adil
16/01/2022
13 minutes to read

Ariana Grande started her career as the red haired tv series character Cat Valentine. This article analyses the different hairstyles connected to Ariana Grande's public and private personas.