Before I write this piece, I want to give a shout-out to the late Roger “Zapp” Troutman, who used the talkbox – a device that modulates a sound with a singer’s voice through guitars or synthesizers. The talkbox is not used widely anymore, but the way Zapp utilized the device in his electro-funk grooves proved […]
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The Rise of Opium Fashion
Opium typically refers to the opium poppy plant. Today, however, “Opium” is synonymous with the unique and dark fashion style of rapper Playboi Carti and other similar artists. This new trend has combined streetwear, punk, goth, and skating fashion to create a new modern look. In 2019, Playboi Carti founded the Opium record label out […]