Even on the busiest days, music has the power to improve anyone’s mood. My morning commute to class is made better with a soundtrack of old-school rap.
Arts, Music, Television
‘Vinyl’ Deftly Critiques the Cultural Evolution of Music of the ’70s
Set in the ’70s, during a turbulent time in the music industry, ‘Vinyl’ uses its star power on and behind the scenes to create a marvelous period piece on one of the most crucial times in the history of music.
Arts, Music
Synchronized Ascetics and Song Harmonize in Ok Go’s “Inside Out and Upside Down”
More of a flashy showpiece than an integral part of the music, Ok Go’s ‘Inside Out and Upside Down’ plays with electric sound of pop rock in a zero-gs setting.
On Campus, Arts, Music, Movies, Off Campus
Picasso, Jim Norton, and Animal Collective This Weekend in the Arts
See Picasso at the MFA, Jim Norton on tour, and and Juice at the Garage Lounge, this weekend in the arts.
Arts, Television
Gruesome Histories Make For Harrowing Tales in ‘American Crime Story’
Kicking up a new anthology series, FX’s ‘American Crime Story’ Season 1 retraces the gruesome and grim tale of OJ Simpson, from the leather glove to the infamous Ford Bronco.
Arts, Music, Column
Kanye & the Covenant: How Kanye West’s Music Helped Win a War
With Kanye’s newest album release last week, I took some time to reflect on how I came across Kanye West and what has changed with his music since then.
Arts, Movies, Column
Bye Bye Blockbuster
Not too long ago movies had to be rented. As the human element continues to be phased out, many will look back fondly on those trips and interactions, as the world becomes ever more impersonal.
Arts, Music, On Campus, Featured Story
BC bOp! Offers Refuge from the Cold With Warm Sounds and Sweet Melodies
Rife with soulful melodies and warm overtones, BC bOp! gave another remarkable performance, accessible to all listeners regardless of musical background.
Music, Arts
DIIV Seeks Redemption and a Return to Relevancy in ‘Is The Is Are’
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, On Campus
Gender Identity Exhibit Highlights the Struggles of Self-Searching, Self-Reflection
Frank Garcia-Ornelas’ “Gender Identities: Expression in the Black Community,” highlights the relation and trials associated with gender and identity within the Black community. In a provocative fashion, the exhibit challenges viewers to assess their own perceptions of gender, race, and identity.
