By Michael KaiserMusic Journalist The name Aoki is probably one you’ve heard before. From Hiroaki “Rocky” Aoki, the Japanese Olympic wrestler and founder of Benihana, to Devon Aoki, the famous actress, and fashion model, the Aoki family has stretched its … Continue reading The Aoki Effect
By James LanikMusic Journalist San Martians rejoice! Bars aren’t the only thing returning to San Marcos this month. It has been over half of a year since San Marcos has seen any activity in the local live music circles, at least … Continue reading Halloween Ushers in the Return of Live Music for San Marcos
By Bradley BarnesMusic Journalist Plato once said, “Necessity is the Mother of Invention.” When a problem arises, it takes creative thinking to solve it, and some of the greatest innovations have come during some of the direst of situations. With … Continue reading Local Music Streams To Watch While Social-Distancing
By Jason ArlineMusic Journalist Whenever there has been a time when I needed to study I often play music softly in the background to help calm my mood and prepare my mind for learning. I find that both jazz and … Continue reading Shiloh Dynasty: The Vibe that has Defined My College Learning
By Claudia RuizMusic Journalist Having been a Music major for over three years now, I can vouch for how important it is to be on-campus for music-related obligations. From ensemble rehearsals to in-person classes to finding a practice room on-campus … Continue reading Getting Back into the Groove of Things: Interview with TXST School of Music’s Director, Dr. Joey Martin
By Zoe ElterMusic Journalist I’ve written multiple articles, at this point, about various artists in the Korean Music Industry. In all honesty, I can’t put a finger on why K-pop and its surrounding genres fascinate me. There is something unique … Continue reading Webcam Covers, World Tours, and a Solo Debut: Who is eaJ?
By Rebecca HarrellMusic Journalist A lover. A hater. An inbetweener. One must fall into one of these categories regarding a beloved childhood carried into adulthood brand: Disney. From classic fairytales of princesses and dragons to original movies premiering on television, … Continue reading The Hidden Gems of Disney
By Jason Arline Music Journalist Tobe Nwigwe, Houston based rapper, has created a unique brand of spiritually uplifting Hip-Hop that has now become a movement to spread positivity through his culturally diverse music. His brand of rap combines the lyricism … Continue reading Spiritually Dope
By Rebecca Harrell Music Journalist Artists from anywhere and everywhere in the world travel to the COLORS Studio based in Berlin, Germany, to stand in a monochromatic box and record a single live performance showcasing their musical abilities to be … Continue reading Why COLORS Studios Should be in your Subscriptions
By Jake Dromgoole Music Journalist I had just graduated high school in San Antonio, Texas, when I started working for a very posh hotel on the River Walk. The Spurs had fought their way back to the NBA finals and … Continue reading Revisiting the Starting Line’s Direction 12 Years Later
By Jake DromgooleMusic Journalist “You’re gonna want to show up early. The list fills up pretty fast.” Familiar words to any aspiring performer looking to showcase their talents to a crowd. For many musicians, the open mic is where you … Continue reading An Open Love Letter to the Open Mic
By Faith VaraMusic Journalist Have you ever wondered what a band would sound like without traditionally learning how to play their instruments? Well look no further than Philadelphia’s experimental art-rock band, Palm. On the surface, Palm might look like a … Continue reading Palm: Rock’s Newest Experiment
By Rebecca Harrell Music Journalist ‘Tis the season for pumpkin carving, apple cider, horror films and spooky music. A genre exists for just about every season of the year, and it evokes an emotion and a feeling within us in … Continue reading Halloween Tracks and the Musicality of the Mood
By Saidif MejiaMusic Journalist What usually comes into mind when thinking about the musical score for famous movies? Some might think of critically-acclaimed figures like John Williams of the “Star Wars” saga background music. Others picture Hans Zimmer, the creator … Continue reading Oneohtrix Point Never: The Composer Nobody’s Talking About
By Kaitlyn Watson Music Journalist Music in film has always been an integral part of the overall experience. While that is the most common way a song can be associated with a movie or television show, sometimes it’s the media … Continue reading The Use of Comedy Samples in Music
By Tania Zapien Music Journalist Texas State University welcomed four executives from Score More Shows in a panel discussion on Wednesday, Oct. 16. As part of Mass Comm Week, Lexi Dolan, Gina Martinez, Edward Castillo and Kevin Hayden provided a … Continue reading Austin Music Festival Promoters give Insight into the Music Industry during Mass Comm Week
By Rebecca HarrellMusic Journalist Popularized by “Saturday Night Live”, carried out by classics like “Weird Al” Yankovic and The Lonely Island and now continued on by late night show hosts, YouTubers and rappers, comedy music has transformed from an accent … Continue reading Make ‘Em Laugh: The Independents
By Timia Cobb Music Journalist A good movie can be made even greater by its soundtrack. Music in films can help the movie become more memorable and impactful, such as the epic “Wonder Woman” theme song or Celine Dion’s “My Heart … Continue reading 3 Soundtracks That Were Better Than The Movie
By Kaitlyn Watson Music Journalist Some people look back on “Saturday Night Fever” or “Dazed and Confused” and experience nostalgia dating back to the formative years of their adolescence. Personally, the sounds of Usher’s “Love in This Club” and Rihanna’s … Continue reading A Time Capsule Movie Soundtrack: Hustlers
By Rebecca Harrell Music Journalist Popularized by “Saturday Night Live”, carried out by classics like “Weird Al” Yankovic and The Lonely Island, and now continued on by late night show hosts, YouTubers and rappers, comedy music has transformed from an … Continue reading Make ‘Em Laugh: The Parodies