In DIIV’s latest album ‘Is the Is Are,’ lead singer Zachary Cole Smith is his own biggest critic, as many songs tackle his struggle with substance abuse.
Arts, Music, Featured Column
Praise Yeezus: Kanye West’s Cultural Movement With ‘The Life of Pablo’
Kanye isn’t the same rapper who debuted 12 years ago. Continuing to grow in style and sound, Kanye’s latest album is foremost an artistic work.
Music, Arts
Florrie’s ‘Real Love’ Video Goes from Candid to Crazed
Florrie’s “Real Love” displays a bit of craft, as the singer contrasts visually images of tranquility with those of a more sinister quality.
Music, Arts
Parquet Courts, Mac Demarco, and Porches in Singles This Week
Parquet induces anxiety with ‘Dust,’ Demarco yearns for childhood in ‘Missing the Old Me,’ and Porches takes you on a hypnotic ride with ‘Cars.’
Arts, Music
Feel-Good Ballads and Renowned Vocals Make for a ‘Wonderful Crazy Night’
Elton John channels the spirit of his older work, while giving listeners something new in his latest album ‘Wonderful Crazy Night.’
Arts, Music, Featured Column, Column
Music of the Roadways, Taking It If We Can
Taste in music can be as divisive as it is unifying. Working with my brother on a farm made this sentiment even more apparent.
Music, Top Story, Arts, On Campus
Fruity Funk and Mellow Beats Mingle in Juice, William Bolton Concert
In a performance in Alston Friday night, Juice feed the crowd beachy vibes, while William Bolton lulled listeners with calm, serene sounds, despite the storm raging outside.
Arts, Music
Dr. Dog Gets Lost in the Inconsequential Sounds of ‘The Psychedelic Swamp’
Though some thoughtful lyrics and bluesy undertones bring interesting ideas to ‘The Psychedelic Swamp,’ the end product feels rather unpolished and amateur.
Arts, Music
Experimentation, Emotional Manipulation Makes Saul Williams a ‘King’
Saul Williams latest conceptual album, ‘MartyrLoserKing,’ is truly a labor of love. Within it are songs that will not only inspire listeners, but future artists and songwriters.
Arts, Music
Wet’s ‘Don’t You’ Draws Empowerment and Lamentation Out of Heartbreak
Artist are often encourage to stay away from emotionally stringent topics like break-ups and exes. Wet proves that these subjects can produce works as pure and passionately charges as any other.
