Raffy Ermac

Arizona State University

Raffy Ermac

Being that I was a voracious writer and a newspaper/yearbook nerd in high school, I decided to enroll at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, to study multimedia journalism. I am obsessed with the entertainment industry and everything pop culture. My writing reflects that love, and I hope my fervor for the written word will one day translate to a career as a features writer for a national magazine. I’m also afraid of dirt, an avid blogger, a perfectionist, a bad driver, overly dramatic, and would much rather watch red carpet coverage of the Grammys than the NFL draft, any day.

Articles by Raffy Ermac

Headshot Raffy Ermac One Direction Live — A Directioner’s Perspective April 4, 2012 It’s hard to believe that in just a few months One Direction has exploded onto the pop music scene. After seeing them live on stage, it is no exaggeration to say they are not only extremely talented, but know how to put on an exciting show.
220px-Carly_Rae_JepsenInfobox The Best Music Videos of 2012…So Far March 21, 2012 Music wise, 2012 has been a very interesting year. Since it is already towards the end of March and spring is right around the corner, we at NextGen Journal thought it would be cool to recap the best music videos thus far.
Headshot Raffy Ermac Rihanna Disregards Fans with Brown Collaboration March 5, 2012 Recently, an uproar shook the music business when rumors of Rihanna collaborating with ex-boyfriend and abuser Chris Brown proved true. This stunt shows complete disrespect not only for Rihanna's loyal fans, but for the millions of young girls who look up to her.
Christopher_Macsurak_Nicki_Minaj_cropped Nicki (and Roman) Stir Grammy Controversy February 16, 2012 Known for her eccentric stage antics and amazingly unconventional wardrobe, this pop star is now also making waves for her performance at Sunday's Grammy Awards. Surprise — it isn’t Lady Gaga. This year’s spotlight of controversy shone on none other than pop-rap hybrid Nicki Minaj.
Screen shot 2012-02-08 at 4.51.34 PM Off-the-Radar Grammy Contenders — deadmau5 February 8, 2012 With the Grammy Awards less than a week away, NextGen continues our series of spotlights on lesser-known nominated artists. Today, it's deadmau5, a nominee in the "Best Dance/Electronica Album."
Screen shot 2012-01-12 at 12.40.45 AM PCAs Kick Off Awards Show Season January 12, 2012 Although not as prestigious as the Grammys or the Academy Awards, the 2012 People's Choice Awards kicked off awards season with honors doled out according to the fan vote.
Screen shot 2011-12-10 at 12.44.49 PM The 10 Best Christmas Songs of All Time December 10, 2011 From Mariah to Bing Crosby and Wham! to Gaga, these are the songs that should be on everyone's musical wishlist this holiday season!
5295790469_6603783f5c_z Rihanna Knows How to “Talk That Talk” November 23, 2011 Rihanna's latest album, Talk That Talk, dropped on Tuesday. For her latest release, the pop music superstar gives us a sexier, more explicit work that still manages to embody everything great about pop.