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What genres of music make up the student body’s playlist at AUM?

What genres of music make up the student body’s playlist at AUM?

photo courtesy of Mihis Alex on pexels.com MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Whether walking across campus or studying in between classes, Auburn University at Montgomery students make it clear that music plays a major role in their daily routines, though no two playlists are alike. When asked about their favorite genres, AUM students revealed a wide range of musical tastes. Among them, R&B stood out as one of the most popular, with students Julia Wesa, Aris Williams and Nicholas Hall all naming it as their top genre. “I like listening to rap,” said Tara Portis, while Kyla Washington and Tara Williams both…
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Opinion: Music shouldn’t be forced into a genre

Opinion: Music shouldn’t be forced into a genre

photo courtesy of Blocks on unsplash.com When I released my first music single “LUVLOW” on Feburary 10, 2024, I thought the hardest part would be sharing something so personal with the world. However, it turned out that the most difficult part was something much more technical: choosing a genre. As a music artist, I have always loved exploring sounds beyond labels. While many of my listeners might naturally place me in the R&B category, I’ve never felt tied to just one style of music. I’ve experimented with a little of everything, and I hope to dive even deeper into genres…
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