Dale Blasingame Associate Professor of Practice - School of Journalism & Mass Communication My mom died five years ago this week - and dad followed a few months later. As the globe shut down because of COVID, my entire world collapsed like a black hole in outer space. I was a bit of a surprise as a baby - born to late-in-life parents who already had three kids in high […]
By Lillian Jones Station Manager A five minute walk through the woods behind Stephen F. Austin High School lies something unexpected. Once making your way over a wooden bridge that is much sturdier than it looks, you will find yourself in the heart of Austin’s D.I.Y music scene. On Thursday, Oct. 9, music lovers of the central Texas area gathered in the tunnels for a magical night of music […]
Allyson Bowman Local Music Journalist Ludwig Van Beethoven was in his mid-20s as he wrote his third symphony, at the time nearing deafness. Eroica, translated “Hero” in English, is an overall architectural feat of early modern music; although ultimately overshadowed by his later, more famous works, it was the first of its kind in epic nature and exemplary in the composer’s pioneering of dissonance as a mode of suspense. The […]
Juniper Wolff Local Music Journalist In a dusty parking lot on a late October night, guitars roared, crowds moshed, and community came together. With the shutdown of Alchemy Records and Private Park, finding shows has been more than difficult. Spit Fest came in to save the day and restore community during these difficult times. Featuring live music and several vendors, Spit Fest hit the mark with creating a fun space […]
Josh Welvaert Music Journalist "Popol Vuh" was a book that was written between the years 1554 and 1558. It chronicles the Mesoamerican folktales of the creation of humankind, the actions of the gods, the origin and history of the K’iche’ people, and the chronology of their kings down to 1550. It is also the name of the newest sprawling, violent, intense, melodic, authentic, and original album from contemporary California black […]
Josh Welvaert Music Journalist Australian producer Nina Wilson, better known online as Ninajirachi, serves as a moving love letter to the wild, blustering music of her adolescence with her debut album, "I Love My Computer". Wilson's first full-length album is a teched-out cacophony of beeps and glitches, influenced by the PC Music legends like A.G. Cook and SOPHIE, while also showing obvious influences from traditional EDM kingpins like Skrillex. Wilson checks […]
By: Emma Paff 2025 has been an undeniably remarkable year for rap music. Groundbreaking releases from established titans such as Tyler, the Creator, Clipse, and JID have captivated audiences and further demonstrated their powerful influence in the industry. As the music industry continues to evolve and embrace the digital age, new voices emerge, molding new sounds in hip-hop culture. These musical innovators are shaping the future of rap by challenging […]
Ethan McConnell Local Music Director In the city of Austin, live music is a huge staple in the community. When down there there's an event for almost everyone to enjoy. With events like Free Week, SXSW, and ACL it’s hard to not enjoy the scene. Now with all those bigger events I’d like to bring all you lovely listeners to talk about one of my personal favorite festivals to regularly attend. […]
Robbie Howard Music Director Levitation 2025 just wrapped up this weekend, and what an experience it was. The three-day festival presented by Resound took place at Palmer Event Center. A change from their previous formats for Levitation. The lineup featured a mix of established and emerging artists across psychedelic rock, experimental, garage, and electronic sounds, giving fans a blend of nostalgia and fresh discoveries. As a first-time festival goer, I […]
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