“In light of recent concerns over our selection for Modstock, we would like to respond to the BC community by apologizing to any student, faculty, or staff member offended by our selection,” the CAB statement said.
Editorials, Opinions
Editorial: B.o.B Selection Raises Questions About CAB Vetting Processes
Last week, the Campus Activities Board (CAB) announced that B.o.B would be headlining this year’s Modstock Festival. Bobby Ray Simmons Jr., professionally known as B.o.B, rose to fame in 2009 after the release of his song, “Nothin’ On You,” and has collaborated with artists such as Jessie J, Bruno Mars, and M.I.A. The artist has…
Letters To The Editor, Opinions
LTE: In Response To: “B.o.B to Headline This Year’s Modstock Festival”
“But it is clear from his statement above that he has been called out on these views—and to no avail.”
Featured Story, On Campus, Music, Arts
Shady Lady Wins Battle of the Bands, Will Open at Modstock
Liz McGovern and Shady Lady brought their best to be successful against the stiff competition at BC’s Best. As winner of Battle of the Bands, Shady Lady will open for B.o.B at Modstock on May 3.
Top Story, On Campus, News
B.o.B to Headline This Year’s Modstock Festival
The rapper’s January 2016 song “Flatline” suggested anti-Semitic views, which gained the attention of the Anti-Defamation League.
Arts Features, On Campus, Music, Arts
Collaboration Reigns King for Little Saturday
Little Saturday, one of Boston College’s on-campus bands, talks preparing for shows, their songwriting process, and their current success after the Winter Showcase.
News, Top Story, On Campus
Ticket Sales to Modstock Lower Than Usual With Louis the Child as Headliner
Students have had mixed reactions to Louis the Child as the Modstock headliner, and ticket sales have been lower than in past years.
Column, Features
Embracing BC’s Traditions but Adding to My Wish List
Since she came to Boston College a year late as a transfer, Shannon Kelly is trying to make up for lost time by participating in the typical BC traditions.
Top Story, On Campus, News
Louis the Child Will Headline Modstock 2017
Previously, Modstock has featured artists such as T-Pain, Ludacris, and Macklemore.
On Campus, Arts
While Modstock Turns to Mudstock in Rain, T-Pain Dazzles Persistent Attendees
BC students overcome showers, mud, and high winds to see T-Pain at Modstock 2016.
