Nirvaan PatnaikEmpire State of Mind: Jay-Z and the Rise of Billionaires in MusicToday, the world knows Jay-Z as one of the most successful and skilled rappers in history. He has released seven consecutive platinum…Apr 21, 2023Apr 21, 2023
Nirvaan PatnaikMetro-nome: Timekeeping and Documenting in RapThe significance of documenting and timekeeping in rap, two important processes in the writing and production of its music, often goes…Apr 21, 2023Apr 21, 2023
Nirvaan PatnaikBedroom Producers, Stadium Sellers: Russ and Independent SuccessIn an era where music production is increasingly becoming a professionalized process, it’s refreshing to see artists who choose to record…Apr 21, 2023Apr 21, 2023
Nirvaan PatnaikMarvelling at the Mic: How Comic Books Influenced Rap SuperheroesComic books are an integral part of American culture, and have influenced every industry one can imagine. Rap music is no exception. Since…Feb 21, 2023Feb 21, 2023
Nirvaan PatnaikWomen in the World of Hip-Hop: Examining Sexism and Representation in the GenreHip-hop and rap music have long been a staple in the African American community, and then far, far beyond. Today, it is one of the most…Feb 20, 2023Feb 20, 2023
Nirvaan PatnaikA Divine Intervention: Rapper ‘Divine’ and Hip-Hop’s Migration to IndiaMumbai based rapper Divine has been an instrumental force in the growth of hip-hop culture in India, with his success creating nothing…Feb 20, 2023Feb 20, 2023
Nirvaan PatnaikLawbreaking and Lawmaking in Music: How Hip-Hop Changed the US Justice SystemIn the United States, attitudes around criminal justice are significantly influenced by hip-hop music and culture. Everything about hip-hop…Feb 18, 2023Feb 18, 2023
Nirvaan PatnaikCrate Digging and Thinking Outside the Box: Sampling in Modern MusicWhen people hear the word “sample,” they often think of hip-hop and its infamous use of samples from classic songs. Sampling has been…Feb 13, 2023Feb 13, 2023
Nirvaan Patnaik‘Good Kid Maad City’: Understanding Systemic Racism through RapThere is no denying that Kendrick Lamar is one of the most well-known voices in rap today. Besides the quality of his music and writing…Feb 5, 2023Feb 5, 2023
Nirvaan Patnaik‘Cole World’: J Cole’s Portrayal of a Cold WorldJermaine Cole, best known to the world as J. Cole, has been a stalwart in the rap industry since his debut in 2011. Since he first signed…Sep 30, 2022Sep 30, 2022
