By Michael Ybarra Music Journalist It is very common for artists to struggle with finishing a piece of work. The final brushstroke, the final vocal run, the final edit. There is always something more that can be added or taken away, making it difficult to let go. It is hard to end something well, but Jacob Collier has perfectly concluded his entry into the world of music with the final […]
By Michael Ybarra Music Journalist TW: Mentions of violence, sexual assault and death Solidarity costs nothing. It is simply showing you see those going through tremendous inequality. Music has a huge part to play in shining a light on the injustice that lurks in the shadows. To me, these songs are more powerful than any deeply emotional heartbreak anthem. They are all around us. We only need to listen. Hozier […]
By Michael Ybarra Music Journalist Hyperpop is a genre of music dominated by the likes of PinkPantheress, Dorian Electra, Charli XCX and many others, all of whom create music with swift electronic beats fit for an exciting house party. However, Namasenda, a Swedish artist, has been slowly carving out space for herself among these giants. Unlimited Ammo by Namasenda She’s been in the game since 2016, but her debut album […]
By Michael Ybarra Music Journalist No movie is complete without a soundtrack. Most directors work linearly: write the story and then add the music. To exercise my creative muscles, I wanted to work in reverse. I listened to songs and crafted a dystopian narrative, which prepares us for the bleak outlook of tomorrow. However, this is not a tale of despair. This is a tale of revolution. Exposition This story […]
Michael Ybarra Music Journalist The time has come for the waking world to acknowledge Fizzville, a whimsical dimension created by the European band FIZZ. After they pushed their debut release back a full six weeks, their album did not disappoint. The singles prior, including up-tempo tracks like “As Good As It Gets” and “High In Brighton”, perfectly encapsulates the overall message of the album. However, the full release gives listeners […]
By Michael Ybarra Music Journalist While cars honked and pedestrians chattered outside the Paramount Theatre in Austin, TX, a line had formed around the building and down the block before its glass double doors opened at 7 p.m. Upon entering, every ounce of noise, all chaos, disappeared. My balcony seat squished my legs slightly; the stage fell further back than I expected, but I knew, from the centerstage cloth-covered piano, […]
Michael Ybarra Music Journalist TW: Mentions of cannibalism and murder Trick or treat is perhaps one of the best phrases to be invented, for Halloween is filled with both. In fact, young adults’ obsession with horror melds trick and treat into one. Humanity has developed a taste for feeling scared, and it is impressive when creatives toe the line between terrible terror and artful expression. Hayden Anhedonia is the perfect […]
By Michael Ybarra Music Journalist A “no sabo kid” is a person of Hispanic, specifically Latin, descent who cannot speak or understand Spanish. Without knowing the language of their family and fellow Hispanic friends, a certain disconnect occurs inside these individuals. In fact, a portion of the Hispanic community scolds these non-native speakers, and this leads to an exclusion from one’s own culture. I am a “no sabo kid.” […]
By Michael Ybarra Music Journalist Alkek Library, located in the center of the Texas State University campus, is not the only palace of literature in the city of San Marcos. Often overlooked by university students, the San Marcos Public Library, holds hidden gems, beautiful displays and plenty of novels to bloat even the most ravenous readers. The public library also houses DVDs, audiobooks, study rooms and so much more, with […]
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