UDT’s First Annual Showcase
Penn State’s student-run dance group “Urban Dance Troupe” held their first annual showcase in Schwab Auditorium. Featuring choreography based on artists like Michael Jackson, Drake…
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I Miss the Old Kanye
The first Kanye song I listened to was “Through the Wire.” I heard it in the car, liked it, and added it to my playlist….
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Meet VALLEY’s Spring 2022 Campus Culture Section Opener: Winston Eubanks
They say our lives can change in an instant; that it is not our failures that define us, but the way we pick ourselves up…
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Sassy Rap: The Stank Face Culprit
Everyone knows that rap nowadays has everyone and their mother feeling some type of way. Whether it’s another delayed Kanye release or the newest Gunna…
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Celebrating “Circles”: The Life and Legacy of Mac Miller
Though it’s the home of the Steelers and the birthplace of Primanti Brother’s, the people are the best part of Pittsburgh. Malcolm McCormick, most popularly…
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Jack Harlow: The Man with America in his Chokehold
Women want him. Men want to be him. He’s the one they call “The Great White” — and no, we’re not talking about Betty White…
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Drake Withdraws His 2022 Grammy Nominations
Have you ever thought of a musical artist’s importance based on whether they’ve won a Grammy or not? The annual Grammy Awards are known to…
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The Rebirth Of A$AP Rocky
A$AP Rocky has been off the radar when it comes to new music releases, especially during the pandemic. Since his last album in 2018, Rocky…
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Yeezy Season Has Returned
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MF DOOM: Losing Hip-Hop’s Supervillian
“My world will never be the same without you,” Jasmine Dumile writes on December 31, 2020, as the public is informed of her husband’s death,…
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The Uchis Movement
After working with well-established artists like Tyler, the Creator, Thundercat, Tame Impala, the Gorillaz, Steve Lacy and Rico Nasty; Kali Uchis has claimed a spot…
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Tay Money Bussin’ Her Way Through the Rap Industry
TikTok has become an odd platform for songs to go viral. For Tay Money, TikTok has been instrumental in getting her music out into the…
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Gasanova: Mom Music to Not Give a F*ck To
When asked to describe his new album, “Gasanova,” in three words, Yung Gravy replies with “it thumps,” “carefree” and “gas.” These three words seem to…
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TOKYO’S REVENGE: The Rapper Who Keeps Us Guessing
If you don’t know much about TOKYO’S REVENGE, don’t worry — that’s exactly what he wants.
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Spotify Versus Apple Music
There are many details within streaming services that make or break a listening experience. These minor changes have led to an interesting corporate rivalry in…
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Tyler, The Creator Sheds A Light on Minority Content Mislabeling
“Backhanded Compliment.” That’s what musical artist Tyler, the Creator said following his win at the 2020 GRAMMYs. Rapper, singer, songwriter and producer, Tyler Gregory Okonma,…
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Rence: Creating Music Without Genre
Looking for the perfect song to bump to in your headphones around campus? VALLEY needs you to hear this up-and-coming artist.
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The Perfect Summer Aux Playlist
From bump sessions to beach days to pre-game playlist or maybe even a dance in the mirror all by yourself with a hairbrush — you name that type of playlist — VALLEY’s got you this summer.
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New Artist Spotlight: Introducing Guccci Goggles
Khalil Dunham-Carson, also known as Guccci Goggles, has been an icon at Penn State since coming to campus in 2015. Known for his iconic trademark, his vibrant personality and drive for success, he has used his image and energy to fuel his rap career day by day.
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A Night in Astroworld
Travis brought amazing special effects to each arena he took over, and Penn State was lucky enough to visit Astroworld right in the Bryce Jordan Center on February 27.
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