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Tunesday: “Found You” soulful gem

What’s crackalackin’? It’s your boy Jalen is back in action. I’m not gonna lie, this past week and a half has been something else. I’ve been stressed, feeling emotional, and been a little all over the place. This installment features the music I’ve been listening to in order to cope with this rollercoaster I’m on. […]

Tunesday: ‘Life of Pause’ resembles perfect girl for editor

Have no fear, Jalen the musical savior is here. Yes, we’re back for another installation of Tunesday. I’ve been trying to mellow out these past few weeks while I’m getting adjusted to my new classes for the semester. Starting anew can be quite overwhelming for some, but hopefully these tracks can help ease your nerves […]

Tunesday Tunes: Editor introduces first batch of favorite songs

I don’t know about you, but the struggle of finding new music daily can be eventful. Luckily, you won’t have to struggle much longer. Here at the Dixie Sun, we’ve decided to start the bi-weekly column “Tunesday,” led by none other than your favorite photo editor, yours truly. Whether it’s brand new music or just […]

Tuesday Tunes, Week #1 (Example)

What’s goings on people? You may or may not have seen some of my articles previously here on the Dixie Sun where I gave my opinion on some worldly things going on. Today (and hopefully for more weeks to come), however, I am here to present to you some of the things I’ve been listening […]

Racism can be subtle, accidental

“I don’t mean to be racist, but…” No. Just no. I will be the first to tell you, millennials (myself included) are a generation of people who are more sensitive when it comes to the feelings of others. You can hardly make any kind of joke without “triggering” a 69th wave, pizza-sexual feminist considering all of the different upbringings […]

Kanye West no longer inspirational

“…One nation under Yeezus, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” When I think of the word “president,” a few things come to mind: bravery, honesty, charisma, patriotism, “Thanks Obama!,” etcetera. When you hear Kanye West you may think of: arrogant, genius, visionary and “Poor Taylor Swift.“ There are very similar qualities between the two, […]