Music

by Jayden Lawrence When Tupac Shakur died on September 13, 1996, the world lost something more than just a rapper; we were deprived of the willingness to continue fighting. Shakur played his last show, somewhat fittingly, at the House of Blues in West Hollywood, California, on July 4, 1996. In

by Rose Orrala   Sharing music invites others to explore our inner world. It reveals our values, personal tastes, experiences, and our emotional states. Music reflects our social and cultural backgrounds, playing a key role in shaping our identities. As a first generation Mexican American, I recognize the power that

by Jesse Hudgins   Life is crazy. There just isn’t a way to get around it. It can be difficult to get your thoughts out or even find something you can relate to. Luckily, Chicago artist Beach Bunny has you covered with their new LP Tunnel Vision. Beach Bunny has

by Jesse Hudgins   Chicago is full of great music. New music is constantly being released, and new bands are popping up consistently. On May 2nd, Chicago super-group Violets released their debut EP, adding to Chicago’s great repertoire. Violets consists of members of Blood People, The Methadones, and Naked Raygun.

by Jayden Lawrence   Doechii delivered Alligator Bites Never Heal less than a year ago, and her work has already reached critical acclaim. More recently, her hit song, “Anxiety,” from her deluxe album debuted at No. 13 on the Billboard Top 100. Additionally, last week she jumped on the “Timeless”

by Hailie Balding   As an avid K-pop listener for almost 10 years now, I’ve been to my fair share of shows both big and small. There’s no secret that K-pop concerts in Korea are routinely better and grander than those held abroad, specifically in the United States. This doesn’t

by Karina Tapia I’ve always found comfort in the music I know. From K-pop and soft jazz, these genres feel like home. My friends, however, have introduced me to their own obscure music tastes and I’ve grown to love discovering new sounds though them. Despite being open to new music,

by Brianna Eloiza   I discovered Netflix’s Arcane, inspired by the game League of Legends, after the second season had already concluded in December 2024, right before finals week in fall semester. I’d never heard of the show or the game, but thanks to the power of my TikTok algorithm,

by Jesse Hudgins   First releases are important. It’s the opening statement of any artist, and if your attention isn’t grabbed, you may not want to return for another release. Bands like Weezer, Led Zeppelin, and The Killers come to mind when talking about the best debut releases. I think

by Meghan Breitberg   While he was the quietest member of Queen, John Deacon was an absolute powerhouse of a bassist and songwriter, writing some of Queen’s biggest hits such as “Another One Bites the Dust” and “You’re My Best Friend.” So, who is John Deacon and how is he