The rise of Bedroom Pop – is the DIY popstar here to last?

By Rhiannon Humphreys With the rising popularity of social media platforms such as YouTube, Soundcloud, and even TikTok, itÔÇÖs becoming increasingly easy for artists to share their creations with hundreds, even thousands, of strangers on the internet. But how much power do these platforms really hold for self-made musicians who want to bypass the record label grind?┬á Clairo is perhaps one of the most successful … Continue reading The rise of Bedroom Pop – is the DIY popstar here to last?

Anonymity In Art | For and Against

In a world dominated by social media, where everything seems to be public and privacy is a tricky subject, where should we stand in regards to the anonymity of well-known artists? Transparency can be key to building a relationship with fans, but what happens when anonymity is the key to success? Our contributors Molly Sedgemore and Sabrina Sherchan discuss both sides of the debate.┬á   … Continue reading Anonymity In Art | For and Against

We’ve Got You Covered: The Gig Calendar (First Semester)

  The 2019/2020 academic year is about to begin. With that comes streams of artists and bands into Cardiff, and the announcements are all over the place. This gig list will help every fresher and returning student figure out which gigs they want to go too. Who knows, maybe you’ll even see a band you fancy checking out. There are some absolutely wicked artists visiting … Continue reading We’ve Got You Covered: The Gig Calendar (First Semester)

Human Dignity: The Cost of Art?

By Sara Abidi An Italian director and screenwriter, the late Bernardo Bertolucci is credited with several works that achieved remarkable critical acclaim. His work in The Last Emperor earned him the Academy Award for Best Director and the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. Eventually, he was presented with the inaugural Honorary Palme d’Or Award at the opening ceremony of the 2011 Cannes Film Festival. … Continue reading Human Dignity: The Cost of Art?