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    Taylor Swift crafts relevant, powerful stories on “evermore”

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    by Chloe Wasserstrom December 18, 2020

    Swift’s new album “evermore” tackles relevant, painful topics like domestic abuse, isolation and loss during COVID-19. By Chloe Wasserstrom

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    CUI Playlist: Best of 2020

    by CU Independent December 10, 2020
    by CU Independent December 10, 2020

    To mark the end of 2020, the CUI staff share their favorite projects from rap to post-genre alternative to Indian classical music.

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    A student-led tribute to Elijah McClain will “channel a theme of empathy”

    by Izzy Fincher November 22, 2020
    by Izzy Fincher November 22, 2020

    CU student leaders are creating a video tribute to Elijah McClain, featuring spoken word performances over “A Change is Gonna Come.” By Izzy Fincher

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    From llamas to Capri Sun pouches, JoeJas’ abstract lyrics challenge rap stereotypes

    by Marion Walmer November 19, 2020
    by Marion Walmer November 19, 2020

    With home-made, unconventional beats and lyrics, alternative rapper JoeJas is challenging mainstream rap culture. By Marion Walmer

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    Soviet Fourth Grader combines Cold War aesthetic, political satire on new punk project

    by Ben Berman November 12, 2020
    by Ben Berman November 12, 2020

    A pair of rockers from Montana weave comedy, politics and music into a faux-Soviet punk project that pokes fun at American culture. By Ben Berman

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    We Are Against Patriarchy (WAP): a discussion about sexual liberation in music

    by Erica McNamee November 12, 2020
    by Erica McNamee November 12, 2020

    Donna Meija discussed criticism and suppression of female sexuality in patriarchal societies, starting with Cardi B’s “WAP.” By Erica McNamee

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    Sam Smith tries to dance away heartbreak on “Love Goes”

    by Izzy Fincher November 2, 2020
    by Izzy Fincher November 2, 2020

    Sam Smith’s third album “Love Goes” is filled with party songs, though a sliver of stripped-down soul remains. By Izzy Fincher

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    CUI Playlist: Power to the People

    by CU Independent November 1, 2020
    by CU Independent November 1, 2020

    Before a historic Election Day, the CUI staff share their favorite songs about political activism, equality and freedom.

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    Former Corda Vera singer, Simone Fohrman, set to release debut project

    by Benny Titelbaum October 31, 2020
    by Benny Titelbaum October 31, 2020

    CU Boulder alumni Simone Fohrman will release her debut album Oct. 31 as Pink Lady Monster. By Benny Titelbaum

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    kennedi’s “self” brings much-needed authenticity to pop

    by Marion Walmer October 28, 2020
    by Marion Walmer October 28, 2020

    Up-and-coming singer-songwriter kennedi’s debut EP “self” brings much-needed authenticity to the music industry. By Marion Walmer

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