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Bohemian Rhapsody: A Film Review, Ailey Butler Jul 2020

Bohemian Rhapsody: A Film Review, Ailey Butler

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This is a review of the 2018 Queen bio-pic, Bohemian Rhapsody.


Metallica: Some Kind Of Monster Film Review, Ceara J. Costa Jul 2020

Metallica: Some Kind Of Monster Film Review, Ceara J. Costa

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This is a film review of the 2004 documentary, Some Kind of Monster, which provides an in-depth portrait of the heavy metal band, Metallica, during the making of their St. Anger album. It addresses issues of mental health, depression, group dynamics and the pressures that successful artists face in maintaining their internal and external relationships while still trying to create new music.


A 70'S Dream Queen: Carole King's Tapestry, Kortney Burton Jul 2020

A 70'S Dream Queen: Carole King's Tapestry, Kortney Burton

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The essay critiques the 1971 best-selling album, Tapestry, written and performed by Carole King.


Rock Of Ages Film Review, Sarah Werth Jul 2020

Rock Of Ages Film Review, Sarah Werth

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This is a critique of the 2012 musical film, Rock of Ages.


Re-Born On The Bayou: Creedence Clearwater Revival's Sophomore Album, Mike Camfield Jul 2020

Re-Born On The Bayou: Creedence Clearwater Revival's Sophomore Album, Mike Camfield

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This is a critique of the 1969 sophomore album, Bayou Country, by Creedence Clearwater Revival.


Me Too: The Effects Of Sexual Harassment And Assault In The Entertainment Industry, Cassandra M. Gaal Jul 2020

Me Too: The Effects Of Sexual Harassment And Assault In The Entertainment Industry, Cassandra M. Gaal

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This paper gives insight to the growing issue of sexual harassment and assault in the entertainment industry. The paper provides information on the impact technology and social media have on sexual harassment and how women in particular are viewed in the entertainment industry. The paper also discusses how different genres of music and other forms of entertainment had oversexualized women, and how movies and TV shows have created this idea that someone being romantic is someone who is aggressive and forceful towards their partner.


Passing The Baton From Detroit To Berlin: Techno’S Introduction To The Global Scene, Rebekah M. Thomas Jul 2020

Passing The Baton From Detroit To Berlin: Techno’S Introduction To The Global Scene, Rebekah M. Thomas

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Podcast describing the history and cultural impact of the techno music trend in the 1980s and 1990s.


The Next Frontier: Blockchain In The Music Industry, Manuel J. Manriquez Jr Jul 2020

The Next Frontier: Blockchain In The Music Industry, Manuel J. Manriquez Jr

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This Research Paper takes a look at how Blockchain technology can potentially change the music industry as we know it!


Streaming Services Insist On Buying Out Composers’ Music Rights, Kendra Sananikone Jul 2020

Streaming Services Insist On Buying Out Composers’ Music Rights, Kendra Sananikone

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No abstract provided.


From Penny Lane To Stranger Things: Technology’S Influence On Music Production, Sami Fong Jul 2020

From Penny Lane To Stranger Things: Technology’S Influence On Music Production, Sami Fong

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No abstract provided.


Spotify Vs. Apple Music, Lexi Gerbino Jul 2020

Spotify Vs. Apple Music, Lexi Gerbino

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A quick look at the differences of the two biggest music streaming services, Spotify and Apple Music.


Female Representation In U.S. Music Festivals, Kortney Burton Jul 2020

Female Representation In U.S. Music Festivals, Kortney Burton

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No abstract provided.


A Guide To 30 Northern California Venues: Excerpts, Nicole Wasnock Jul 2020

A Guide To 30 Northern California Venues: Excerpts, Nicole Wasnock

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This is a sample of six venues from my senior project, A Guide to 30 Northern California Venues.


Interview With Sarah Jones, Music Industry Media Specialist, Jennifer Morrow Jul 2020

Interview With Sarah Jones, Music Industry Media Specialist, Jennifer Morrow

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No abstract provided.


Letter From The Editor, Keith Hatschek Jul 2020

Letter From The Editor, Keith Hatschek

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No abstract provided.


Ua12/2/2 Talisman: Zeitgeist, Wku Student Affairs Apr 2020

Ua12/2/2 Talisman: Zeitgeist, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

2020 Talisman yearbook:

  • Mohr, Olivia. Zeitgeist
  • Disrupted – Photo Essay, COVID-19
  • Brandt, Jess. Cut Short – Edward Games, Grace Jones, Jarred Corona, Joshua Crask
  • Zambrano, Max. Point of No Return? – Stuart Foster, Climate Change
  • Francis, Kristina. Weapons Women Carry
  • Steele, Emma. Now & Again – Talisman
  • Gordon, Zora. Not Just Numbers – Sam Aldrich, Social Media
  • Christensen, Nicole. The K-Pop Phenomenon – Music
  • Hornsby, Morgan. Everything Starts with Mama – Warren County Regional Jail
  • McCormick, Dillon. Evolving Sport – Esports, Video Games
  • Sheffield, Catherine. Perfect Match – Travis Hudson, Volleyball
  • Dozer, Claire. Follow the Signs – Deafness, American Sign …


Dichotomies: Lessons From A College Life On Tour, Alexander J. Dontre Nov 2019

Dichotomies: Lessons From A College Life On Tour, Alexander J. Dontre

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In this unique memoir, the author reveals his struggles and triumphs as a touring musician pursuing a college education. From 2011-2017, Alex Dontre performed 505 concerts with his band Psychostick while simultaneously enrolled in rigorous online courses. It culminated with a master's degree in Business Psychology from Franklin University, at which time he gave the commencement speech at his graduation as valedictorian.


Does Spotify Really Hurt Artists?, Daniel Witt Oct 2019

Does Spotify Really Hurt Artists?, Daniel Witt

Marriott Student Review

For years, members of the music industry have debated whether music streaming services like Spotify help or hurt artists. This article explores the pros and cons of music streaming and argues that overall, Spotify and services like it are helping artists to achieve their career goals.


Footprints Of Resilience: Tracking The Career Development Steps Of African American Male Musicians, Patrice Tiffany Leshay Bax Aug 2019

Footprints Of Resilience: Tracking The Career Development Steps Of African American Male Musicians, Patrice Tiffany Leshay Bax

Graduate Theses and Dissertations

For African American (AA) male musicians, the road toward career advancement in the entertainment industry is particularly arduous. Despite many difficulties on the journey to career success, the history of gospel, R&B, jazz, and funk music is evidence that many AA male musicians find their way to develop and advance their careers. Many AA male musicians find career development and advancement opportunities through religious and sacred institutions. However, the journey to become a professional musician for AA males is fluid and not formalized causing ambiguity in the steps taken to enter this career field and sustain growth in a rapidly …


Industry Profile: Denny Stilwell, Mack Avenue Music Group President, Axel Tanner Jun 2019

Industry Profile: Denny Stilwell, Mack Avenue Music Group President, Axel Tanner

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Insta-Promotion: Here’S Why (And How) You Should Be Using Instagram To Market Your Music, Jennifer Morrow Jun 2019

Insta-Promotion: Here’S Why (And How) You Should Be Using Instagram To Market Your Music, Jennifer Morrow

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A Failure Of The Music Industry: The Frustration Of Women Of Color, Christina Estes-Wynne Jun 2019

A Failure Of The Music Industry: The Frustration Of Women Of Color, Christina Estes-Wynne

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Throughout the history of the music industry, women of color have not received the same recognition as their male counterparts because males have dominated the industry resulting in lack of female representation. Women have been oversexualized reducing their clout in their fields and the lack of acknowledgement of success, which discourages future generations of colored women from attempting to reach their highest potential.


Social Activism In The U.S. Music Industry, Joey A. Tan Jun 2019

Social Activism In The U.S. Music Industry, Joey A. Tan

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The Trending Killer, Diana Ventura Jun 2019

The Trending Killer, Diana Ventura

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Big Business In The Music Business, Kortney Burton Jun 2019

Big Business In The Music Business, Kortney Burton

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No abstract provided.


The Music Industry Has A Mental Health Problem, Manny Manriquez Jun 2019

The Music Industry Has A Mental Health Problem, Manny Manriquez

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No abstract provided.


Music And Politics: A Potent Combination To Commercial Success?, Veronica Martinez Jun 2019

Music And Politics: A Potent Combination To Commercial Success?, Veronica Martinez

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No abstract provided.


Stream Ripping: A Copyright Infringement Epidemic, Darla Testino Jun 2019

Stream Ripping: A Copyright Infringement Epidemic, Darla Testino

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No abstract provided.


What Is A Music Supervisor?, June Benoit Jun 2019

What Is A Music Supervisor?, June Benoit

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Closing The Music Industry Gender Gap, Sami Fong Jun 2019

Closing The Music Industry Gender Gap, Sami Fong

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