Cultural icon Marilyn Manson returns in ‘The Pale Emperor’ with full shock value.
Music, Arts
California X Strike Electric Atmosphere, Miss Lyrical Mark
California X hits right cords, replicating an authentic punk sound, but is still searching for right words.
Column, Television, Arts
A Look At The Diverse Cast Of Television’s Fall Season
This year’s television leads—including stars from ‘Orange Is The New Black’ and ‘The Mindy Project’—challenge stereotypes this TV season.
Arts, Music
Folk Singer Neil Young Brings In An Orchestra For ‘Storytone’
Young records stripped-down solo and orchestral versions of each track on his musically diverse, ‘Storytone.’
Music, Arts
Chesney’s Latest Has ‘Big’ Country Sound, But Revives Nothing
Chesney keeps to what he knows on ‘The Big Revival,’ an album of guitar-driven tracks about cars, girls, and other country themes.
Arts, Music
Shakira Falls From Her ‘Empire’ With Self-Titled Album
By: Phoebe Fico
With only a few redeemable tracks, Shakira’s latest album is a scattered compilation of pop, dance, reggae, and Latin.
Arts, Music
Beck’s Lyrical Talent Is On The Rise With ‘Morning Phase’
By: Phoebe Fico
‘Morning Phase’ ends up in the same place as it starts-both musically and lyrically-but the album never feels stale, as new elements are added to each song.
Opinions, Letters To The Editor
LTE: BC Should Improve Handicap Access On Campus
The mission of the Disability Services Office says, “that students with disabilities [will] receive support services and accommodations that permit equal access to all Boston College programs and the opportunity to realize their potential and develop effective self-advocacy skills.” I just wish they would stick to that.
Arts
Broken Bells’ Shine Fades Away On ‘After The Disco’
By: Phoebe Fico
Shins frontman James Mercer and Brian Burton (Danger Mouse) treat their new record After the Disco as simply a side project, with little to make it stand out.
Arts, Music
Britney’s Career-Encompassing Record Has Nothing New To Say
The few songs on Britney Jean that reflect the iconic eras of Spears’ career are not enough to salvage the album.
