Music
Music Video Sunday: CHVRCHES—"Lies"
Once you get past the inexplicable “V” in “CHVRCHES” and the ensuring pronunciation issues (it’s definitely “churches” if you were wondering), you can’t get past the band’s infectious, synthy sound.
Synesthesia: "The O.C."
If you ask me about “The O.C.,” I will, with unabashed enthusiasm, explain to you that it’s one of the most important television shows ever to air. There’s a number of reasons I hold this opinion, but a relatively important one is that the soapy and dramatic lives of Orange County residents Ryan Atwood, Seth Cohen, Marissa Cooper and Summer Roberts are soundtracked with astonishing precision.
Shock Absorber: Celebrity Culture
On why I don’t want to be a professional rapper anymore. On November 1, @DonaldGlover tweeted: “found some speakers.
10 Quintessential Lou Reed Tracks
Sex, drugs and some remarkable rock ‘n’ roll.
Review: "Small Sound"—Tennis
Tennis, like its namesake game, is easy to follow. Any release by the gentle pop group tends to hinge upon relatively simple vocal harmonies and twee lyrics marred by a twinge of longing.
Music's Guide to Homecoming
If you’re studying: “Easy” by Real Estate You know you’re screwed for that midterm, but at least you can pretend you aren’t.
Rappers Who Aren't Straight Guys
So we freaked because Chance the Rapper came to our frat parties last weekend, but he fits the profile of most rappers: straight, dude. Here’s a partial list of some sick rappers who don’t fit the typical bill.
Review: "The Marshall Mathers LP 2"—Eminem
Most Eminem fans were skeptical, especially given his last effort, when they heard that his new album was going to be titled “The Marshall Mathers LP 2.” His last full–length album, “Recovery,” was filled with a lot of shouting, cringe–worthy punchlines and collaborations with people he would’ve joked about killing in his golden age.
Review: "Moon Landing"—James Blunt
When English–born artist James Blunt released his first single, “You’re Beautiful,” in the U.S.
Review: "Matangi"—M.I.A
It is evident from the intro song, “Karmageddon,” that M.I.A’s new album “Matangi” is not just a grouping of songs; it is a lyrical and instrumental experience.
Tweet of the Week: 11.5.2013
I'm a tweetin', walkin' paradox, no I'm not—
Music Video Sunday: Washed Out—"All I Know"
A matter of lost love and youth, the video begins with a guy filming his friend Victor, inquiring about the fallout of Victor’s relationship.
Synesthesia: "Friday Night Lights"
“I was living in a devil town/ didn’t know it was a devil town,” sings Tony Lucca as he covers Daniel Johnston’s 1990 song, “Devil Town.” Johnston had no idea his “devil town” would be Dillon, Texas, the imaginary town profiled in “Friday Night Lights,” but his song, reprised in a huskier tone yet with a whimsical air by Lucca, is one of the standouts of the show.
Halloween Costumes Worse Than Miley Cyrus
You might think these costumes are cool and clever, but you should think again before donning them for this Halloween’s party crawl.
Review: "No Blues"—Los Campesinos!
“No Blues” is the fifth studio album by the Welsh indie rock group Los Campesinos! The album sort of sounds like one long 42–minute song, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.
The Music of Penn's Bars
The quality of a bar’s music can make or break a night out—plan your itinerary accordingly.
The Street Drinking Playlist and Rules
SHOT–INDUCING SONGS “Shots” By LMFAO Expanding on this is already superfluous.
