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KISS returns for the stage for their final tour.

KISS returns to stage for their final ‘End of the Road’ World Tour

Joseph Ferrer, Arts & Entertainment Editor April 20, 2023

For decades, the phrase, “You wanted the best, you got the best! The hottest band in the world, KISS!”has been used to introduce one of the world’s hardest rock groups prior to each of their concerts....

Samara Joys Linger Awhile marks a young artists impressive entry to the world of Jazz

Samara Joy’s music may let jazz Linger Awhile longer

Niomi Nunez, Features & Lifestyle Editor March 12, 2023

What does a 23-year-old know about jazz, let alone singing it? Well, apparently everything, because jazz musician Samara Joy sings with the same tender yearning and playfulness that is recognized amongst...

Rihanna wows audiences across the country with her first performance in over half a decade.

Rihanna makes waves with her comeback in the Super Bowl Halftime Show

Connor Coppola, Staff Writer February 25, 2023

While Super Bowl LVII was one of the best sporting events from the last 20 years, Rihanna's halftime performance stole the show and the numbers prove it.  Rihanna made her musical comeback six years...

After a lengthy hiatus, Paramore marks their musical return with their latest album “This is Why.”

Paramore returns after years-long hiatus with sixth studio album “This is Why”

Joseph Ferrer, Arts & Entertainment Editor February 23, 2023

Paramore is a group that needs no introduction. Since setting themselves as a cornerstone of early 2000s punk rock, their sound has grown and evolved over the years, most evidently with 2017’s “After...

Kanye Wests Donda finally releases despite troubled development.

“Donda”: One of Kanye West’s Most Creative Albums Despite Troubled Production History

Jason Piccolomini, Staff Writer September 9, 2021

After 401 days and three listening parties, Kanye West released his highly anticipated 10th studio album, “Donda.” The album, named after his late mother Donda West, was initially scheduled to release...

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Julien Baker’s self-loathing star shines bright on ‘Little Oblivions’

Owen Conway, Staff Writer March 8, 2021

In popular music full of depressing and gloomy songwriting, several contenders have thrown their hats into the ring for the title of Number One Debby Downer. Phoebe Bridgers’ Elliott Smith-inspired...

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Foo Fighters get out of their comfort zone on “Medicine At Midnight”

Owen Conway, Staff Writer February 11, 2021

There are few musical acts that have been as consistently reliable from the start of their careers as the Foo Fighters. Dave Grohl and company have been pumping out arena-ready, easy-on-the-ears rock music...

Oasis Whats The Story Morning Glory still remains influential 25 years after its release - Credit to Michael Spencer Jones

25 Years of Oasis’ “(What’s the Story) Morning Glory?”

Owen Conway, Staff Writer October 16, 2020

Rarely does something occur that is recognized in its time as a touchstone historical moment. Some things may be looked back on and granted such importance with hindsight, but when something happens...

Whitney plays to musical strengths on new cover album

Whitney plays to musical strengths on new cover album

Owen Conway, Contributing Writer September 1, 2020

As a band, Whitney is good at what they do. As the kings of soft indie rock, Whitney’s signature high-pitched vocals and incredibly chilled-out sound earned them critical acclaim on their 2019 sophomore album “Forever...

Kesha is among many artists to recently release new music, with her new song Raising Hell perfectly blending pop and gospel sounds.

What new music you should have on your playlist

Brian Connors, Arts and Entertainment Editor October 31, 2019

The first single of the “Tik Tok” singer’s upcoming album “High Road” is spectacular. It is the perfect pop song with gospel undertones that provide a feel good, uplifting song. The beat is...

Post Malone blends different genres in third album

Post Malone blends different genres in third album

Stacey Franciamore, Managing Editor September 19, 2019

Post Malone released his third album, “Hollywood’s Bleeding,” on Sept. 6 and has proven his versatility and creativity with songs that have the potential to make it big. The 24-year-old artist...

Lana Del Rey mixes strong instrumentals, sad lyrics in “Norman F—-ing Rockwell”

Daniel Scochemaro, Staff Writer September 5, 2019

Lana Del Rey released her sixth full-length album, “Norman F---ing Rockwell,” and she is better than ever. The indie darling’s last release, “Lust For Life,” featured a few prominent artists,...

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