By Lexi AshburyMusic Journalist In this playlist, titled “last college winter,” I have successfully pulled songs together that exemplify the nostalgia of simpler times with some bold, newly released tunes. Most of my playlists feature a majority of oldies and this one is no exception. A few tracks are ones I absolutely adored in high school, which I felt was only fitting to include on this list, because who doesn't […]
By Lexi AshburyMusic Journalist Theme songs for television programs have the power to make or break the show; they’re essentially a first impression for viewers. From "The Andy Griffith Show" to iconic themes have been around since the start of TV sitcoms and are only getting better with time. Here are a few of my favorites that I simply can’t help but to dance to when I hear the opening […]
By Lexi AshburyMusic Journalist Let me preface this doctoral dissertation by saying I am a King Princess superfan. Seeing her set this year at ACL was something I can only describe as a spiritual experience. Let’s cut to the chase, 20-year-old Mikaela Straus, known by her stage name King Princess, came back Oct. 25, 2019 with her first full length album titled Cheap Queen. The album features 13 tracks that stay […]
By Lexi AshburyMusic Journalist Recently, I forced my friends to watch “Across the Universe” for the hundredth time in the comfort of my living room, paired with the sounds of my off-key singing. Watching the movie and hearing the soundtrack after a brief hiatus is a nostalgic feeling I can only describe by sobbing in front of the television. If you hear that title and think of the classic Beatles […]
By Lexi AshburyMusic Journalist Let’s be real, no matter the topic, us millennials love to pop on a podcast anytime of the day. Guilty as charged! I’m sure we’ve all tried to get a family member or friend to listen to our favorite podcast, which may or may not have gone on without a hitch. In recent years, we have begun to ditch the usual driving playlists for a podcast […]
By Lexi AshburyMusic Journalist We all know Paul McCartney as one of the founding members of The Beatles. Ever heard of them? Just one of the most successful and influential bands in music history. Not ringing any bells? Well maybe you know him from his hits with Wings or his highly successful solo career. With 18 Grammy Awards, and two Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductions, McCartney is recognized […]
By Sami DugdaleProgram Director Other Side Drive hosts, April Gutierrez and Lexi Ashbury, talk with Megan Osborne from the Hays-Caldwell Women’s Center. In this interview, Megan discusses what the women’s center does for the community, how to reach out if you need services, and how to get involved. You can visit their website here. The National Domestic Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 Featured image by KTSW Social Media.
By Sami DugdaleProgram Director Other Side Drive hosts, Cheyenne Young and Lexi Ashbury, sit down with Austin-based band After Aristotle. In this interview, the band discusses new music, upcoming tour dates, and what’s in store for the future. Featured image by KTSW Social Media.
By Sami DugdaleProgram Director Other Side Drive hosts, April Gutierrez and Lexi Ashbury are joined by the President of the Electronic Music Association of Texas State Amanda Miller. In this interview, Miller discusses the history of the organization, the electronic music scene in Central Texas, and upcoming events. Featured image by KTSW Social Media.
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