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New Hozier album is missing something

Rayanne Painter // March 4, 2019
What musician really has a phenomenal second album, anyway?
Lil Pumps sophomore album Harverd Dropout lacks the carefree charisma that made his debut album flourish.

Three rappers deliver their albums exactly as expected

Mitchell Kret // February 28, 2019
Lil Pump, Gunna and Offset all dropped albums that are entertaining, but not ground-breaking
George Michael made a triumphant solo debut with Faith in 1987. Image from Columbia Records and Epic Records.

On This Day: George Michael explores love and spirituality with “Faith”

Natalie Hanson // October 30, 2018

By 1986, George Michael had grown weary with the "teenybopper" image of his group, Wham!, and decided to go solo. He began writing and recording his own material. This would lead to his first solo album...

Eminems Kamikaze albums front cover. Photo credit: Image courtesy of iTunes

Eminem’s new album ‘Kamikaze’ hits the ground running hard

Alex Coba // September 6, 2018

Eminem's back and he's not only angry, he's out for blood. and to say it's the most entertaining thing to hear right now would be an understatement. The rapper released his surprise new album “Kamikaze”...

From left to right: Alex Turner (lead vocals, guitar), Jamie Cook (guitar), Nick OMalley (bass, vocals), and Matt Helders (drums, vocals)
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Arctic Monkeys mark the end of a five-year hiatus with a stellar comeback album

Angel Ortega // May 15, 2018

Arctic Monkey’s sixth studio album "Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino" delivers an exceptional rock album. Arctic Monkeys are an alternative/indie rock band from High Green, Sheffield, England....

J. Coles new album is disappointing.

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J. Cole once again does close to nothing

Mitchell Kret // May 2, 2018

J. Cole has presented yet another average album that his fans will treat like gospel while his haters will write off as trash without listening to a single track. Those who formulate their opinion after...

Album artwork for War and Leisure

Miguel makes his return with ‘War and Leisure’

Niyat Teferi // December 6, 2017

It’s been more than two years since singer and songwriter Miguel has released his album. His highly anticipated fourth studio album titled “War and Leisure” is making waves with its psychedelic...

The art for A Moment Apart, which depicts the other-worldly serene tone to Odeszas new album.

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Odesza’s ‘A Moment Apart’ caters to euphoric electronic daydreams

Alejandra Solorio // September 20, 2017

A journey through that which cannot be seen but rather felt, Odesza's release of "A Moment Apart" belongs to those otherworldly, ineffable moments. Utilizing radiant synth lines, similar to that of Flume...

Album cover of Luv is Rage 2

Does “Luv is Rage 2” bring Luv or Rage

Sophia Robledo-Borowy // September 4, 2017

On August 25, artist Lil Uzi Vert released his album “Luv is Rage 2,” which continues to sing about despair and betrayal over trap beats with his unique vocals.Lil Uzi has been a hot name for...

Flower Boy album cover

“Flower Boy” reveals softer side of Tyler, The Creator

Sophia Robledo-Borowy // August 28, 2017

On July 21, artist Tyler, The Creator, released “Flower Boy,” revealing a new, hidden side of himself. Tyler, The Creator’s music has been labeled homophobic because of his vulgarity in the past,...

No nostalgia found in Rainbow

No nostalgia found in “Rainbow”

Jafet Serrato // August 22, 2017

Kesha's first album "Rainbow," in over five years came out August 11, amid allegations of sexual assault from Dr. Luke.The last time Kesha fans heard her vocals was in 2012-2013, with hits like "Die Young,"...

Starboy album cover. Photo courtesy of Common Grounds.

Music Reveiw: The Weeknd

Rachel Reyes // January 31, 2017

Starboy - The WeekndRate: 4/52016 was a great year for music, but one album really grasped my attention: Starboy by The Weeknd. After being truly disappointed by Kiss Land and Beauty Behind the Madness,...

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