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The Jonas Brothers return with single 'Sucker'

The Jonas Brothers return with single ‘Sucker’

Aliviah MacCormack, Staff Writer Mar 5, 2019

On March 1, 2019, the Jonas Brothers released their new single, "Sucker". After breaking up in October 2013, the brothers went their separate ways, whether it was in pursuing their solo careers or taking a step back from fame. The Jonas Brothers are a pop group that had their own show during the 2000s...

The cover for XXXTENTACION's album "Skins".

XXXTENTACION’s Skins lets down fans

Aliviah MacCormack, Staff Writer Jan 24, 2019

On December 7, 2018, rapper XXXTENTACION released his third studio album, Skins. Skins is a rap album with a sole feature from Kanye West on it. XXXTENTACION is most popular among teenage audiences, as well as young adults. A few of the songs that brought XXXTENTACION to stardom are Jocelyn Flores, LOOK...

Khalid experiments with Suncity

Khalid experiments with Suncity

Kavya Desikan, Editor Oct 28, 2018

To say Khalid Robinson (better known as Khalid) had a successful debut in 2017 is an understatement. In 2017, not only did Khalid release his double-platinum debut album titled American Teen, but he also received multiple Grammy nominations and collaborated with the biggest names in music right now...

Dierks Bentley's "The Mountain" satisfies listeners

Dierks Bentley’s “The Mountain” satisfies listeners

Dan Allison, Writer Jun 15, 2018

On June 8th, country singer Dierks Bentley released the 9th album of his career titled "The Mountain". This 13 track album was inspired by Bentley's time in Colorado, and you can tell by most of the tracks slow, heavy, calm melodies and lyrics. There is also a visible mark left on the album by the...

'KIDS SEE GHOSTS' explores different areas

‘KIDS SEE GHOSTS’ explores different areas

Tony Yacavone, Staff Writer Jun 14, 2018

In just one month, West came back and released two albums after staying quiet for a long time. KIDS SEE GHOSTS, released on June 8th, shows that he, along with Cudi, are still talented and relevant in music. West's music has always had experimental elements to it, with albums like My Beautiful Dark...

Album cover of The Weeknd's latest project titled "My Dear Melancholy,"

The Weeknd made me cry, but I’m okay with that

Kavya Desikan, Social Media Manager Apr 23, 2018

The king of R&B is finally back after almost a year and a half. The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) has finally released a follow up to his critically acclaimed Starboy titled My Dear Melancholy,. This new project is what appears to be a teaser for an upcoming full-length LP release in the fall. My Dear...

The album cover for XXXTENTACION's ?

XXXTENTACION leaves much to be desired with new album ?

Tony Yacavone, Staff Writer Mar 18, 2018

XXXTENTACION has become one of the most popular rappers since early 2017. While he did  have a small loss of support over his last album 17, X still had a massive fan base that was eager to see his next project. As of March 16th, 2018, X released his second album ?. After listening to the 18 songs that...

Scary Hours impresses despite contrast in songs

Scary Hours impresses despite contrast in songs

Josh Rosenstein, Staff Writer Feb 9, 2018

Arguably the most popular artist of today, Drake recently released a two-track EP (extended play record) titled Scary Hours on Friday, January 19. The drop features only two songs; "God’s Plan" and "Diplomatic Immunity". There is great difference in songs, as one of them pleases while the other is...

Travis Scott and Quavo disappoint on Huncho Jack, Jack Huncho

Travis Scott and Quavo disappoint on Huncho Jack, Jack Huncho

Kavya Desikan, Social Media Manager Jan 21, 2018

Travis Scott and Quavo spent all of 2017 dominating the rap game. The release of Huncho Jack, Jack Huncho on December 21, 2017, should have been something similar to a victory lap. However, upon listening to the 13-track album, it ended up being one of the most underwhelming collaboration albums of...

Undivided Heart & Soul: different, but still JD McPherson

Undivided Heart & Soul: different, but still JD McPherson

Anthony Cammalleri, Co-Managing Editor Nov 2, 2017

The music industry is changing rapidly as artists in all genres are blending, mixing, morphing, and twisting into the new realm of alternative music. In the last five years or so, we've seen pop music evolve from the electric dance sound of Lady Gaga and Katy Perry in 2010, to the retrofitted party...

Drake's "Views" goes in new directions

Drake’s “Views” goes in new directions

Andrew Dickey, Staff Writer May 12, 2016

If Drake's earlier projects are compared with his fourth commercial album "Views," one may think a different artist created them. Drake has evolved dramatically the past two years, finding his own unique sound and style. "Views" (previously "Views from the Six") is the culmination of this evolution. "Views"...

Boston Calling releases lineup for May concert

Boston Calling releases lineup for May concert

Anthony Cammalleri, Staff Writer Jan 15, 2016

On Thursday, January 14th, the lineup for three-day outdoor music festival Boston Calling was announced. The Bostonian counter-culture paradise will start May 27th, continuing until May 29th and will take place on the City Park Plaza. The lineup includes a variety of artists ranging from Australian pop...