The Heights

5SOS Sophomore Album ‘Sounds Good’ To Its Target Audience

Leigh Channell • October 28, 2015

'Sounds Good Feels Good' isn’t revolutionary by any standard, but the boys of 5 Seconds of Summer hit all the right notes in a modern pop-punk album.

Adele Talks Through Her Troubles With “Hello”

Becky Reilly • October 28, 2015

The pop singer releases her first music video for her upcoming album '25,' which will come out in late November.

Adele Returns, Bieber Surprises In Singles This Week

Jagpal Singh • October 28, 2015

The majestic Adele and less than majestic Justin Bieber tackle unrequited love, while Chance the Rapper releases a post-summer jam.

One Direction, DJ Snake, And “Kamikaze” In Singles This Week

Leigh Channell • October 21, 2015

One Direction's Harry Styles belts “Baby, you’re perfect,” DJ Snake is up to no good, and MO comes back with "Kamikaze."

“In My Eyes” Has Best Coast Heart And California Charm

Leigh Channell • October 21, 2015

With a stunning view of the city from the skyscraper’s rooftop deck, we can clearly see why Cosentino and front man Bobb Bruno deemed it the “Best” coast.

Kramer’s ‘Thirty One’ Is A Mess Of Sugary, Empty Pop-Country

Deniz Demirci • October 18, 2015

Full of unoriginal melodies and often times shaky vocals, 'Thirty One' is the type of album that gives the genre its maligned reputation.

Ritter Releases Gospel Of Americana Rock

Bailey Flynn • October 18, 2015

Josh Ritter takes his "Sermon" down two roads—leading listeners into twangy sentimentality while shoving them down a rabbit hole of moodiness.

Music In The ’90s: Angst, Frustration, And Earnest Expression

Caleb Griego • October 14, 2015

The 1990's was a great time for honest art, and in retrospect, we find it most in the work of the decade's bands.

Small Talk Gives A Peek Into The Seavers’ Bond In “Brothers”

Hannah McLaughlin • October 14, 2015

With a new psychedelic sound, Small Talk and Sean Seaver say a fond farewell to former band member Brian Seaver.

Selena Gomez Seperates Herself From The Rest Of The Swift Squad

Leigh Channell • October 14, 2015

The former Disney starlet earns her stripes as an honest musician in 'Revival,' but falls short of crafting a diverse, expressive album.

Ellie Goulding, Lovato, And Blon:ish In Singles This Week

Phoebe Fico • October 14, 2015

Blon:ish duo takes us back to the jungle, while Demi Lovato and Ellie Goulding release average pop fodder for the eager ears.

Avicii’s Energy Slips In Sophomore Album ‘Stories’

Deniz Demirci • October 7, 2015

Avicci has spades of talent to spare, but in his latest work he sticks--to the album's detriment--to general, house pop.