By Leighton GamblesMusic Journalist If you have read the Percy Jackson book series by Rick Riordan, then you are a little bit familiar with the Greek gods and goddesses. If you’re not, no sweat. Long story short, there are a … Continue reading Songs for the Greek Gods
By Caitlin DunnMusic Journalist I have always been curious as to what makes a song a summer song. How can a whole season be comprised into a three-minute song? Like Christmas songs or even the “Happy Birthday” song, great summer … Continue reading What Makes a Summer Hit?
By Elise Montemayor Music Journalist Spring break is over and done, the weather is getting warmer and they’re already selling swim suits at Target. You know what this means? Okay, it means that it’s spring. But it also means that … Continue reading Before The First Splash: A Playlist
By Samuel Turner Music Journalist Music, while amazing on its own, is also used as a tool to enhance other forms of media such as film and television. Music sets the mood, builds tension, and in some cases is an … Continue reading The Multifaceted Tool That Is Music
By Anna ValdezWeb Content Contributor It’s shocking. It’s thrilling. It’s everything you’d expect from Argentine-French filmmaker, Gaspar Noé, and his new tale of dismay, Climax. Climax is a psychological horror dance film written, co-edited and directed by Noé. The film … Continue reading The Compelling Music Behind Gaspar Noé’s Climax
By Neil ManningMusic Journalist Short songs can be both satisfying and disappointing. There are times where I hear a short a song, and it feels like a perfect song nicely wrapped, while other times it leaves me wanting more. I … Continue reading Five Songs Under Two Minutes
By Elise Montemayor Music Journalist 1. “All I Need” by Sampha (originally by Air) Piano man, Sampha, did a jazzy, stripped-down version of “All I Need” for BBC Radio 1’s piano sessions back in 2016. It’s been four years and … Continue reading A New Take: Five Notable Covers
By Leighton GamblesMusic Journalist When someone thinks of iconic bands or artists, the Beatles, Journey, or Elvis Presley may be some of the first to come to mind. However, a band that has defined a whole generation that may slip … Continue reading A Look Back at My Chemical Romance
By Iliana RamirezMusic Journalist In 2010, the film adaptation of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World hit theaters everywhere. The comic book turned film centers around Scott Pilgrim, played by Michael Cera, as he defeats the seven evil exes of his … Continue reading Music in Film: The Action-Packed Soundtrack of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World
By Elise Montemayor Music Journalist In the ‘80s and ‘90s, most of us were either infants or not here on Earth just yet. That for sure includes me—I was born in 1999. Yet, I still have a deep appreciation for … Continue reading Unsung Heroes of the ’80s and ’90s
By Gio Gilmore Music Journalist As the spring gets closer and we all get ready to start spring cleaning, make sure you have a playlist to fill your apartment with intense tunes. Only one more month of sporadic winter Texas … Continue reading Spring Cleaning Playlist
By Timia Cobb Music Journalist Black women are the backbone of the music industry; they write, sing, produce, rap, dance and more. Black women have shaped the music we listen to today, but what about the music of tomorrow? Here … Continue reading Seven Female Black Artists You Should Be Listening To
By Tanner Meadows Music Journalist Artist: Deep State Album: The Path to Fast Oblivion Release Date: Feb. 1, 2019 Label: Friendship Fever Website: https://deepstate.bandcamp.com/ The Athens, Ga. quartet, Deep State, offers an energetic brand of punk-influenced indie rock on their … Continue reading Deep State: The Path to Fast Oblivion Album Review
By Thomas Dunlap Music Journalist Martian Subculture is the DIY project of Quin, Ireland’s own Evan O’Malley. Identified as “folk music from another planet,” the tunes of Martian Subculture are as familiar as they are foreign. Solidified by skeletal production … Continue reading Martian Subculture
By Amanda CompianMusic Journalist As Travis Scott proceeds with the second leg of his Astroworld Tour, the night of Valentine’s eve he landed in his hometown of Houston, Texas to deliver an electrifying, unorthodox experience at the Toyota Center. From … Continue reading The Homecoming of ASTROWORLD
By Samuel Turner Music Journalist Bedridden is a playlist designed for the type of days where you just want to ignore the world and stay in bed all day. Whether your reasons for feeling this way are heartbreak, tiredness or … Continue reading Bedridden: A Playlist For When You Refuse To Leave Your Bed
By Clayton Chaney Local Music Journalist MindMassage is an innovative new group based out of the U.K. They experiment with guided meditations within their music by using calm rhythms and easy going harmonies to create a relaxing atmosphere. The mindful … Continue reading MindMassage: Shivers Album Review
By Leighton Gambles Music Journalist Have you ever listened to music and thought, “Hmm… I sure wish I could taste this song?” Well, luckily for you, I’ve compiled a list of five songs that very nearly accomplish that goal. The … Continue reading Five Songs You Can Nearly Taste
By Dylan Reynolds Music Journalist Artist name: iLLism Website: https://www.illismmusic.com/ Album: Illuminate Release Date: January 31, 2019 iLLism is a Twin Cities based hip hop and R&B husband/wife duo comprised of members Envy and Fancy. Their first full length studio … Continue reading iLLism: Illuminate Album Review
By Chantal Green Music Journalist Artist: A Fragile Tomorrow Album: Generation Loss Release Date: Feb. 22, 2019 Label: MPRESS Records Website: http://afragiletomorrow.com A Fragile Tomorrow’s sophomore album with MPress Records is a testament to the present social climate. The album, … Continue reading A Fragile Tomorrow: Generation Loss Album Review
