Sounds - Page 34

Lil Nas X Is a Torchbearer for the Yeehaw Agenda

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

And nobody can tell him anything.…

April 20, 2019

Meet Gabbie Hanna, YouTube’s Triple Threat

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

The actress, singer and vlogger will make you laugh, cry and sing along.…

April 19, 2019

Khalid’s ‘Free Spirit’ Is a Masterclass in Relatability

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

In it, he grapples with the all-too-familiar trials of adolescence.…

April 18, 2019

8 Bands You Need to See at KVRX Fest This May

Mark Stenberg

The student-radio-run music festival in Austin is the first of its kind, and an absolute can’t-miss.…

April 17, 2019

5 Alternative Artists Who Are So Much More Than Their One Hit Wonders

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

You’ve probably forgotten about them, but you shouldn’t have.…

April 17, 2019

So Your Band Just Broke Up. Here’s How to Cope

Colin Boyd, Ithaca College

On the bright side, at least now you have the creative anguish you need to make some new music!…

April 15, 2019

The Slaps’ New EP, ‘A,’ Is Simultaneously Innovative and Nostalgic

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

Welcome to your go-to summer jams.…

April 15, 2019

Tame Impala’s Newest Tracks, ‘Borderline’ and ‘Patience,’ Thrive in Their Familiarity

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

It’s been over four years since their last release, and all I can say is 'Finally!'…

April 13, 2019

Spotify’s 9 Best ‘Modern Love’ Podcasts for the Newbie

Maya Butler, Baylor University

Because love is more than just romance.…

April 12, 2019

P. Diddy’s Son, King Combs, Just Dropped His Debut Album, ‘Cyncerely, C3’

Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire

It's hard to be Puff, but it's even harder being Puff's son.…

April 11, 2019

Why Rapper and Artist Ryn Should Be on Your Radar

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

From rap to jazz to soul, this up-and-coming artist does it all.…

April 11, 2019

In a Series of Emotional Videos, Big Sean Has Explained His Mental Health Struggles

Gabrielle Sheehan, Montclair State University

In three videos on Instagram, the 31-year-old rapper explained why he had been on a yearlong hiatus.…

April 9, 2019

Wallows’ Debut Album, ‘Nothing Happens,’ Teases a Wealth of Ingenuity

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

Dylan Minnette, of '13 Reason Why' fame, flexes his musical chops on the band's wobbly first project.…

April 9, 2019

Lauren Daigle Is Bringing Inclusive Christianity to Lollapalooza 2019

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Will the 'You Say' singer lead a worship session for the Lolla crowd?…

April 6, 2019

The 10 Best Modern Baseball Songs, for Anyone Still Mourning the Group’s Breakup

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

You’re definitely gonna miss it all.…

April 1, 2019

How James Droll Learned to Make Art from Heartbreak

Mark Stenberg

The Nashville dark-pop savant is combining his confessional songwriting with a sultry, haunting sound.…

April 1, 2019

Move Over, Queen and Elton John, We Need an ABBA Biopic

Maya Butler, Baylor University

Take a chance on it!…

March 30, 2019

Rapper/Producer Duo Freddie Gibbs and Madlib Are Back at It Again

Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire

The 'Pinata' sequel, 'Bandana,' is slated to release next month.…

March 28, 2019

Ocean Park Standoff’s EP Is the First Big Summer Sound of 2019

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Whether you're on a road trip or a bender, they're your soundtrack.…

March 28, 2019

Sigrid’s ‘Sucker Punch’ Is a Tale of Two Albums

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

The Norwegian pop sensation's debut is torn between her musicianship and her contractual obligations.…

March 28, 2019

I’m About to See Twenty One Pilots for the Fourth Time — Here’s Why

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

For me and so many others, a twenty one pilots concert is a second home.…

March 27, 2019

Jacob Latimore’s Newest Music Video Is a Beautiful Tragedy

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

The shocking video for "Come Over Here" premiered live on YouTube, and fans are still beside themselves.…

March 26, 2019

Juice WRLD’s Second Album, ‘Death Race for Love,’ Doesn’t Quite Cut It

Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire

The bloated album did well on the charts, but its standards are clearly lower.…

March 22, 2019

Here Are All the Musicals Eligible for the 2019 Tony Awards

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

Plus which ones are likely to win, lose, shock and awe.…

March 22, 2019

Rising Alt-Rock Phenom Billy Raffoul Has the Trappings of a Future Star

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

His unique voice and clever lyrics seem guaranteed to lead to a successful future.…

March 21, 2019

How Japanese/Korean Rapper Chanmina Is Changing the Game

Grace John, Rutgers University

A fierce, multilingual, female rapper? Yes, please.…

March 19, 2019

The 10 Best Things We Saw/Did at South by Southwest 2019

Mark Stenberg

This year more than ever, local acts shone.…

March 19, 2019

Woodstock 50: Here’s a Rundown of the Rumored Artist Lineup

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

This August's 50-year Woodstock reunion will feature some of the biggest names in the industry, but who?…

March 19, 2019

Lights Poxleitner-Bokan’s Dual Graphic Novel + Album, ‘Skin&Earth,’ Is Ingenious

Hannah Cullen, St. Cloud State University

The two projects, which are completely interrelated, break down the barriers between text, image, emotion and sound.…

March 18, 2019

Is Billie Eilish’s New Single, ‘Wish You Were Gay,’ as Problematic As It Seems?

Grace Larson, Ripon College

The title is a clear instance of queer-baiting, and that's just the tip of the iceberg.…

March 18, 2019