semi-hiatus

So some fanartist drew a “sexy” (read: booby) version of a (cartoon) character who is traditionally very non-sexualised. Fans of the character got mad about it because it’s kind of groundbreaking how that character is written and portrayed and this art totally ignores the entire point of the character. They demanded the art be deleted. In response to that other people said, well what the fanartist did may be distateful but they have every right to draw what they’re into. The two sides fight for days and each starts a harassment campaign and even report their “opponents’” accounts.

So far so typical. But things eventually come to a head and they decide that this will be settled by votes - not through a poll. Through donations to a children’s education charity via each side’s portal. Whoever can get the highest amount of donation wins.

Our latest is live! 🌟 A fantastic piece by music journalist Earl Hopkins on Drake's fandom, who continue to stand by the music even as they struggle with unanswered questions over the artist himself:

It’s a loyalty Drake has routinely relied on: whenever his back has been against the wall, Drake has mastered the ability to generate hits that make listeners forget what battles he’s lost, or what embarrassing moments were brought to light. And no group has had more selective amnesia than Drake fans. 

This piece weaves in all the cultural context and tons of great reporting with Drake fans alongside critical writing about his most recent triple-album release. A truly deep dive! Earl also recently published a book:

Hua Cheng

I love this boy so much; after everything he's been through, all I want is to protect him.

Long live Hualian! My boys deserve nothing but happiness and good things from now on.

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having a hard time keeping up with multiple social media but happy bday hua chongus i love you