Cash Arenas Music Journalist The year 2024 was a great year for a lot of things in music, with albums from some of the most prominent names in music, such as Tyler, the Creator's Chromakopia, Kendrick Lamar's GNX, and, of course, Charli XCX's Brat, which took the world by storm, pioneering the term “Brat Summer”. However, today I want to highlight one album in particular called Submarine by the Marias. […]
Brooke Bousley Music Journalist Since the start of Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Tour, a large majority of the discourse online has centered on everything besides the music itself. Inquiries regarding her appearance have continuously swarmed a plethora of social media platforms not only throughout the Wicked Promotional Tour, but have increasingly worsened since the initiation of her Eternal Sunshine Tour. Comment sections that contain speculations concerning her well-being, debacles over eating disorders, alongside predictions that she would be unable to withstand […]
Allison Kirk Music Journalist Perry Maysun, an upcoming rapper from New York, is rewriting the norms for rappers today. The Beginning of Maysun Maysun began his music career at just 13 years old as a form of self-expression. In an interview with TheVuse, Maysun recalled that growing up, he wanted to do just about everything... but poetry, painting, and music creation have always called him. Now, at only 23 […]
Rinah Miller & Abby McCabe Assistant Music Directors A psychedelic, folky amalgamation of nonsensical fun, Spiral is an indie trio from Austin, Texas, featuring Jade, Magnus, and Andrew, who’ll have you asking, “What was that?” With roots in shoegaze, grunge, and influences from just about everything under the sun, Spiral isn’t concerned about staying within just one genre. Making their debut with the single “Pedro”, Spiral invites listeners to turn […]
Sofia Slack Music Reviewer After we caught the one and only Drug Church on tour (read our coverage here!), Sofia Slack and Desarey Elizondo Lopez from KTSW 89.9 Radio sat down with Patrick Kindlon of Drug Church, who was still dripping sweat from his performance, for an exclusive interview. The band, formed in 2011, has made a name for itself in the hardcore scene. Throughout the interview, we talk with […]
Ethan McConnell Local Music Director Spring break has been creeping on us being only about two weeks away, and everyone is beginning to plan their activities. You might be going back home to relax with family before midterms, visit South Padre Island along with every other college student, or you might just be staying here in San Marcos. For those who will be nearby or don’t have plans just yet, let me be your guide because your new favorite band is coming down […]
Emma Paff Music Journalist Walking up to Stubbs Waller Creek Amphitheater, I didn't know what to expect. Little Simz brought her Year of the Lotus tour to Austin this past Tuesday, and while I was unfamiliar with her music, I was looking forward to experiencing something new. The gravel crunched beneath my feet as I journeyed into the venue. Stubb’s has a very rustic and laid-back feel. Vendors were selling […]
Emma Paff Music Journalist Rap/Hip-hop Fall into Rap: A throwback playlist for Fall 2025 In high school, my favorite thing to do to pass the time was to go for walks. It might sound trivial, but I've always had a hard time disconnecting from my phone. Walking around my neighborhood and nearby streets allowed me some peace and a break from the constant stimulation. Of course, I wasn't fully disconnected […]
Ethan McConnell Local Music Director When you think of the genre of metal, what comes to your mind? The first thing that comes up are probably artists like, Korn, System of a Down, or Metallica, loud rambunctious sounds by men who love to wear a lot of black. The genre has always been known for its distorted guitars and jumping percussion layered with lyricism of dark themes, creating a […]
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