PLAYLISTS
97 Tracks: Sounds of Christmas Playlist
Throughout the month of December, each of our writers shared their holiday favorites via their own 97 Minutes of Christmas playlist. Now that
Songs About Divorce, Week 2
Last week, I listed four songs that looked at divorce from four very different perspectives. To recap, there was Christina Aguilera’s “I’m
The 19 “97” Singles of 2016
2016 year saw the return of heavy hitting Pop icons, like Britney and Beyoncé, those who had been away far too long, like JoJo and
Playlist: Lil’ Kim’s Top 20 Features
Lil’ Kim’s power as an MC has always been reinforced by her featured verses. Kim has the ability to command attention and
IN 1997
Reliving the Splendor: Mariah’s nostalgic storytelling on Butterfly
Arguably the most captivating tracks on Mariah Carey’s Butterfly are the trifecta of “The Roof,” “Fourth of July,” and “My All.” On each of these songs, Mariah showcases her lyrical prowess not solely through rhyme or clever lines, but rather through her superb and imagery laden storytelling. All three have one thing in common: she is yearning for a love she experienced in the past and is feeling nostalgic as she longs to experience it once more. On the album, these three songs are
Wicked: For Good – Ranking Every Song in the Soundtrack
Spoilers ahead. The album itself contains heavy spoilers if you haven’t seen the movie. The wait is over. The Wicked Witch of
Review: “West End Girl” by Lily Allen
Welcome back, Lily Allen. I mean no shade when I say this, but is it 2025 or 2007? Listening to a Lily
Through It All, Mariah Carey is Still “Here For It All”
First Listen: “Here For It All” I was stunned. Before me was an 80-foot-wide, 50-foot-tall glass window overlooking Central Park, a stage
97-Hour Review: On “eternal sunshine,” Ariana Grande proves herself
Upon the release of the lead single “yes, and?,” I wrote that Ariana Grande was selling herself short by successfully emulating her
Someone’s Favorite Daughter: A Different Type of Mariah Carey Album Ranking
It’s tiiiime again, it seems, to reevaluate my Mariah Carey album ranking. Following the release of her 16th set, many publications have done listicles ranking thee D-I-V-A’s incomparable discography. I’ll be doing it
Mariah Carey and the Catalyst of “Caution”
There comes a time in every iconic music superstar’s career when they must accept they have transitioned from icon to legend. Some do so obnoxiously, others are a little more graceful about it.
Big Purr: The Debut of Toni Braxton
Toni Braxton: The Debut It All Started With a Purr. Not quite the kind of vocal purr that Eartha Kitt famously once possessed. This purr was vastly different: vaguely androgynous, with a fry
FOR THE NOSTALGIA
‘Stripped’ Is Christina Aguilera’s Magnum Opus
The story of the rebellious and angsty young adult in music is a tale as old as time. They get their record deal, start
VH1 Divas Live: A Life-Changing Show
I was recently at a friend’s house for game night, and upon finally finding the lost remote and taking over music (as I regularly
“#Beautiful,” Mariah Carey’s Summer Hit That Got Away
With a musical catalog as expansive as Mariah Carey’s, casual listeners will surely come across a multitude of hits they’ll know by heart. But
Destiny Fulfilled, Relived: A Reflection of Sisterhood
November 16, 2004. On November 16, 2004, Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams reunited once more as Destiny’s Child for their final album, Destiny Fulfilled.
Cher’s ‘Living Proof’ Turns 20 – Retrospective
“The music’s no good without you baby, come back to me,” laments a haunting Cher. “The Music’s No Good Without You” is the lead
In 2005 The Black Eyed Peas ruled with ‘Monkey Business’
In the business of hit-making, there's no monkeying around! With their fourth album 'Monkey Business,' The Black Eyed Peas proved they had staying power.
Janet Jackson: Pop Music’s Leading Lady
After taking control of her life, her music and her career, Janet Jackson was about to transform herself yet again. This time, as the
Teenage Dream: Celebrating Katy Perry’s Pop Confection
August 24, 2010 Rewind back to summer 2010 when Katy Perry was back with a new album, Teenage Dream, and once again on top of
Top 5: Janet Jackson’s “Damita Jo”
On March 30, 2004, Janet Jackson released “Damita Jo,” her eighth studio album. Plagued by backlash and blacklisting following her infamous Super Bowl wardrobe
Nippy is 60: Whitney Houston’s Greatest Live Performances
Whitney Elizabeth Houston lived a life that was akin to a Greek tragedy. The world watched her reach dizzying heights and stunning lows. In
Snowflakes: A Very Toni Braxton Christmas
Toni Braxton is one of the most recognisable names and voices in R&B music. In 2001, after some turmoil with her record label and
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