Fitz and The Tantrums, the six-person indie-pop and neo-soul band from Los Angeles is on a high note with its new album. Sirens sound as Michael Fitzpatrick, lead vocalist of the band, stumbles into an...
Iggy Pop is one of the few artists who perfectly represents the spirit of punk. A few of the highlights of his decades-long career include covering himself in peanut butter, performing in a loincloth,...
Two years after taking a dreary look at Hollywood in “Lust For Life,” Lana Del Rey returns to her nostalgic roots with her sixth and latest record, “Norman F------ Rockwell!” The album cover features...
By Arleigh Rodgers, Assistant Life & Culture Editor
• September 4, 2019
Raphael Saadiq’s 40-year-long music career is one well-versed in R&B. Although he frequently participates in collaborations over solo music — acting as songwriter or producer for major singers...
Cage the Elephant’s “Social Cues,” the American rock band’s fifth studio album, might appeal to its veteran fans, whose die-hard attitude toward the group will keep them listening if only out of...
Seven men run around a deserted, pastel city, dressed to the nines in the brightest colored clothes they have. They dance, waving their knees and kicking without a care in the world. Their movements are...
Four young women stand together firmly in front of hundreds of trumpets as brass blares in the background. The words “BLACKPINK in your area” ring out as the scenery quickly shifts to one of a woman...
By Sara Belcher, Contributing Writer
• April 14, 2019
The Maine has an empowering message for listeners: “You Are Ok.”
With the release of its seventh studio album, “You Are Ok,” alt-rock band The Maine put to rest the slow, emotional phase of...
Last year was arguably one of the most successful years for R&B singer-songwriter Kehlani.
She served as a supporting act on tours for artists like Demi Lovato and Halsey while promoting her major-label...
After Oakland-based punk-rock group SWMRS signed with New York City-based record label Fueled By Ramen and released its record label debut and overall third LP, “Drive North,” the band has returned...
By Sobeida Rosa, Contributing Writer
• February 16, 2019
Ariana Grande is what some might call a “problematic fave.” She is a human with flaws and is not exempt from making mistakes. Her fifth album, “thank u, next,” is no exception. But criticizing...
After the success of their previous album, “As Long As Your Eyes Are Wide,” in 2017, and after signing to Canadian indie label Arts & Crafts last year, Vancouver-based indie rockers Said the Whale...