Indigenous rock bands have carved out a unique and powerful niche in the rich and diverse landscape of North American music. These bands blend traditional sounds with modern rock, creating a genre that is both deeply rooted in heritage and strikingly contemporary. This article delves into the world of Indigenous rock bands, exploring their history, influence, and the rising stars who are making waves today.

The purpose of fashion–like all art–is to tell a story. Whether that story is about wealth and status, like the women of the 1940s and their silky ermine coats, or a response to a societal movement, like the liberty spikes, distressed jeans, and leather-draped teens emblematic of the counter-cultural aesthetics of punk. This purpose has remained unchanged throughout history. The only differences have been the messages themselves.

Dystopian novels are a popular YA fiction in the genre because of their common themes such as coming of age and a new journey, with a twist of reflecting current societies and their specific stressors. Dystopian novels reflect real-world issues and take those to the extreme to serve as a cautionary tale to the reader, there are Utopia words and dystopian worlds.

Navigating the vast world of literature can be daunting, especially when delving into the rich landscape of Japanese novels. Often seen as a genre, contemporary Japanese literature masterfully blends modern life with traditional elements, offering a reserved yet vivid depiction of everyday Japanese realities. Japanese writers capture a unique cultural essence that has captivated readers worldwide. Whether contemplating life choices or facing a millennial mid-life crisis, the philosophical questions woven into Japanese fiction will resonate deeply with many readers. But ...

Did you know that some of the most iconic moments in rock history were fronted by powerful women? From Janis Joplin’s soulful wails to Debbie Harry’s punk prowess, women have shaped Rock ‘n’ Roll in unforgettable ways. Rock ‘n’ Roll has always been my go-to, whether I’m cleaning my apartment or on a road trip with friends. And it’s the powerful voices of women like Ann Wilson and Joan Jett that make these moments truly electrifying.

Shifting Sands, an extraordinary art exhibition, is the result of a unique collaboration between the esteemed artist Fathi Hassan and The Sunderland Collection. This exhibition at the inaugural event of The Sunderland Collection Art Programme, a platform dedicated to presenting contemporary artworks, offers a rare privilege. It allows you to delve into the unique blend of contemporary art in dialogue with antique world map atlases and celestial maps from the collection, fostering an unparalleled artistic dialogue that is sure to ...

The Birth and Evolution of Heavy Metal Heavy metal, a genre that has both enthralled and shocked music enthusiasts since its inception, emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s. This musical genre, characterised by amplified distortion, extended guitar solos, emphatic beats, and overall loudness, quickly became a countercultural movement. Heavy metal’s roots can be traced back to the hard rock bands of the late 1960s. Groups like Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and Deep Purple pioneered this sound, laying the ...

It is no secret that the tensions between our world’s nations are escalating, inching us ever closer to the very possibility of a World War Three. Leaving many to wonder what effect a world war would have on the already fragile state of our generation’s mental health.

Imagine walking into a room painted in a shade that instantly lifts your spirits, or wearing a garment in a hue that makes you feel confident and connected. Every year, designers, marketers, and trendsetters eagerly await Pantone’s Colour of the Year announcement because it’s more than just a trendsetter; it’s a reflection of our global culture, influences, and societal mood.

Irish novelist Sally Rooney unravels the similar overeducated and anxious characters in different words. Her dialogues are filled with discourse or complaints on Marxism, classism, late capitalism, identity and gender politics (even more likely to take place during a vacation in Southern Europe). Her novels continue to divide readers; some find her social complications infuriating and her characters unreliable, as did John Maier who finds them indulging in ‘almost pathological degree of highly absorbed self-examination‘. Despite receiving criticism that her ...