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#METOO AND MUSICAL THEATRE
There seems to be a narrative in the musical theatre industry, and the performing arts industry as a whole, where young women are continuously being exploited by men in positions of power. It should be no surprise that the #MeToo movement has come to light in recent years when so many power-hungry and abusive men are in positions of authority.
MTDQ 2000s
Interview with Brendan Kennedy - The third article in a series exploring the music alumni associate with their time at Queen’s University.
Music That Defines Queen’s: The 1990s
The second article in a series exploring the music alumni associate with their time at Queen’s University. Find the first installment of the series here.
WHERE HAVE I HEARD THIS BEFORE?
This ability to curate and draw on older music in the production process has always fascinated me so I threw together a playlist of sampled songs which find themselves centre stage in the hits we love today. I hope you have as much fun as I did listening to these songs and ask yourself - where have I heard this before?
Jack's Music Corner: February Finds
The latest instalment of Jack's Music Corner features a fresh playlist of February finds to check out!
MUSIC THAT DEFINES QUEEN'S: THE 1980'S
This is the first article in a series exploring the music alumni associate with their time at Queen’s University.
JACK'S MUSIC CORNER: A 2020 LOOK-BACK
When I pitched this music corner idea, I really just wanted to share my music tastes and opinions with MUSE readers. Although only two have been published so far, I want to keep this series going into 2021. In this edition I’m going to be listing off my favourite albums, beats, songs and artists of 2020. Enjoy, and be sure to check out the playlist below!
YOUNG, RICH, AND FAMOUS
A look at how the effects of child stardom may impact TikTok’s emerging child stars
Interview with Benny Fulton of The Tales
A prominent member of the Kingston music scene, and signed to the same agency as their idols The Tragically Hip, Benny Fulton of The Tales sat down with Steph Crimi to talk music, COVID, future projects and more.
The Chronicles of Going to an Arts High School
"Is an art school just like how it appears in High School Musical? Do people dance on tables at lunch and randomly break out into song?" In this article Steph Crimi evaluates her own experience going to an Arts High School and details how it has influenced who she is today.
Jack's Music Corner: An Introduction
This article is the first installment of a very exciting project the MUSE Music team has decided to take on titled Jack's Music Corner! This series will be spearheaded by Online Music Contributor Jack Selby and is meant to share some of his most recent and favourite music finds. Enjoy!
The Power of Music: Coping with Anxiety
Music is one of the most successful weapons I use in fighting my battle with anxiety. I hope my words inspire you to seek your creative outlet - whether it be from music or something completely different - to properly convey your feelings and take steps toward a life of peace and progress.
DOUBLE STANDARDS IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY: THE PRESSURE TO STAY RELEVANT AS A FEMALE ARTIST
Estrogen is an asset, it turns out. With female artists genetically more creative than men, this more novel artistry actually seems to be a product of inequality as women receive more negative evaluations while consistently working to outperform men. The most recent disparity? WAP.
WHY I LOVE CRYING ON THE DANCE FLOOR (AND YOU SHOULD TOO)
While weeping in bed alone can certainly be tantalizing, I prefer to find my catharsis doing the Charleston.
THE ULTIMATE QUEEN'S PLAYLIST
Have the Kingston blues? Wish you could time-travel back to before the semester was cut short? Check out today's article where Frannie and Steph compile a playlist of songs that will bring you back to your favourite memories, nights, places and traditions at Queen's...pre-COVID.