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Category: Playlists

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Songs You Don’t Know: A Playlist

April 2, 2021March 29, 2021 paigegreene07

By Lesly MilanMusic Journalist As a Spotify user and avid music listener, I am always searching for new music of all kinds. I have realized that some of my favorite songs are not even songs that I personally searched for. … Continue reading Songs You Don’t Know: A Playlist

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Women in Hip-Hop Playlist 2

March 23, 2021March 23, 2021 Rachael Gerron

By Christopher BrockerHip-hop Director  Women rappers and artists aren’t always highlighted in hip-hop which is presented as male-dominated. However, women are essential to the genre from top to bottom. That is more prevalent than ever as women rappers have risen … Continue reading Women in Hip-Hop Playlist 2

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The New Era of Soul Playlist

March 21, 2021March 21, 2021 Rachael Gerron

Jesse RodriguezMusic Journalist The sound of late 50s and early ‘60s soul music was such a niche time for music and from the wise words of Mr. Brown Eyed Soul himself, Sunny Ozuna, “It can never be duplicated.” Instead of … Continue reading The New Era of Soul Playlist

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Spring Break Quarantine Playlist

March 13, 2021March 10, 2021 paigegreene07

By Gage SuttonMusic Journalist While the state government passed new legislation opening the state of Texas up from COVID regulations, it does not mean we should start treating life like the virus is non-existent. For the safety of yourself and … Continue reading Spring Break Quarantine Playlist

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SXSW 2021: A Playlist of Featured Artists

March 12, 2021April 8, 2021 paigegreene07

By Ashley FarnieAssistant Music Director With the cancelation of South by Southwest in 2020, artists of all mediums have allocated their excitement to this year’s festival. Taking place Tuesday, March 16 through Saturday, March 20, SXSW will feature musicians, filmmakers … Continue reading SXSW 2021: A Playlist of Featured Artists

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Jennifer’s Personal Black History Month Rotation

February 27, 2021February 23, 2021 andieemau

By Jennifer Romero Music Journalist In honor of Black History Month, I would like to share some artists I have been listening to! As of February, my music ranges from R&B to Rap. Although some of these artists have gained … Continue reading Jennifer’s Personal Black History Month Rotation

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Black History Month Staff Picked Playlist

February 24, 2021February 23, 2021 ktsw899

By Christopher Brocker Hip-Hop Music Director  Black History Month is a time to reflect on the great figures within the black diaspora but also to celebrate black culture itself. Our music staff has compiled a playlist dedicated to celebrating black artists … Continue reading Black History Month Staff Picked Playlist

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It’s Too Cold, You’re Stuck Inside: A Playlist

February 16, 2021March 7, 2021 ktsw899

By Dillon VeazieMusic Journalist Texas weather has been something else these past few days. If you’re like me and have avoided going outside unless necessary this week, this playlist is for you. All of these songs have a “cold” feel … Continue reading It’s Too Cold, You’re Stuck Inside: A Playlist

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Valentine’s Day and Every Other Day You’re in Love: A Playlist

February 13, 2021 paigegreene07

By Diamond PedrozaMusic Journalist This Valentine’s Day might be different for some of us because of COVID-19. Whether you will be spending the holiday alone or with a special someone, you can listen to music anywhere. My playlist mixes some … Continue reading Valentine’s Day and Every Other Day You’re in Love: A Playlist

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Songs to Study to: A Playlist

December 7, 2020December 2, 2020 paigegreene07

By Ashley FarnieMusic Journalist With the onset of autumn and the changing of the leaves on the trees, the Texas weather invites us to sit outside under the sun to enjoy the warm breeze. Put your headphones in and sit … Continue reading Songs to Study to: A Playlist

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Bobcat Beats Playlist

November 17, 2020November 17, 2020 ktsw899

by Christopher Brocker and Gage SuttonAssistant Music Director and Sports Director To heavy hip hop listeners, the names featured in this playlist are likely familiar. However, this playlist is dedicated to the casual listener. We’ve compiled a playlist of lesser-known … Continue reading Bobcat Beats Playlist

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5 Albums to get into the Halloween Spirit

October 23, 2020October 14, 2020 ktsw899

By Bradley BarnesMusic Journalist Halloween is nearly upon us, and while many people are binge-watching their favorite horror films, we audiophiles are putting together spooky playlists and party mixes. Ghosts, vampires and all manner of spooky themes have been a … Continue reading 5 Albums to get into the Halloween Spirit

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5 rising artists to add to your listening rotation

September 27, 2020October 5, 2020 Timia Cobb

By Crystal RamosMusic Journalist Are you on the constant search for new music and new artists? I personally live on the Spotify’s “Fans also like” tab on an artist’s pages. If you’re looking to discover similar artists to the ones you’re already … Continue reading 5 rising artists to add to your listening rotation

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A Playlist to Help You Sleep Better

September 26, 2020September 23, 2020 paigegreene07

By Joshua PaezMusic Journalist Some nights, it may be difficult to get good sleep. In a previous article, I wrote about a couple of scientific studies of the effects of listening to calming music at bedtime. Their results suggested that … Continue reading A Playlist to Help You Sleep Better

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Songs to Listen to While the World is Ending

August 22, 2020August 15, 2020 Brittany

By Chinny EgbunaMusic Journalist If you’re alive and reading this article, chances are that you are very aware of the current state of the world. With raging political activism taking place across the country, a contagious virus causing world-wide panic, … Continue reading Songs to Listen to While the World is Ending

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Not All Is Lost: An Ode to my Freshman Year

August 21, 2020August 15, 2020 Brittany

By Zoe ElterMusic Journalist Given the condition of the world right now, being negative seems as easy as breathing. And I suppose that it is acceptable. It’s hard to ignore the climbing numbers, and there seems to be tragedy in … Continue reading Not All Is Lost: An Ode to my Freshman Year

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The Songs of My Summer

July 28, 2020July 21, 2020 Brittany

By Christopher BrockerAssistant Music Director The summer of 2020 has been one of the most hectic in our lifetime. August is still around the corner and it’s tough to be optimistic considering everything. However, through the turbulence great music has … Continue reading The Songs of My Summer

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A New Era of Music Playlists

July 7, 2020July 15, 2020 Brittany

By Crystal RamosMusic Journalist As a kid, did you ever find yourself gazing out of the car window feeling like you were the main character in a movie while the radio hummed in the back and the world slipped away … Continue reading A New Era of Music Playlists

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Black Lives Matter: A Collaborative Playlist

June 16, 2020July 15, 2020 Brittany

By Jason Arline, Christopher Brocker, Ethan Hamilton and Gage SuttonMusic Journalists Enraged, infuriated, sadness and despair. These are just a few of the words that encapsulate the feelings of Black Americans and people today after the murder of George Floyd … Continue reading Black Lives Matter: A Collaborative Playlist

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BRICK TALK: a Rap Playlist

April 22, 2020April 20, 2020 Brittany

By Ethan HamiltonMusic Journalist Drug rap is coming back through groups like Griselda and underground artists like Roc Marciano and Stove God Cooks. It’s a changing-of-the-guards, and these new rappers are pushing into the mainstream quickly gaining the respect of … Continue reading BRICK TALK: a Rap Playlist

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