Music
Music Video Sunday: "Dolce & Gabbana"—RiFF RaFF
RiFF RaFF-- the rapper whom (supposedly, but it's basically definite) James Franco's "Alien" character from Spring Breakers is based off of-- has graced with us a new music video for his single "Dolce & Gabbana." With deep and profound lyrics such as "Only f*** with hoes who rock Dolce & Gabbana," RiFF RaFF keeps it ridiculous as usual.
Shock Absorber: The End of the Video?
Street presents a new series of music commentary by the music section, featuring Michael Scognamiglio. Can you absorb it?
Philadelphify Your Music
You could wait another year for your favorite band to stop in town for one night only. Or you could check out these Philly–based bands who are always here (and might even be better).
Album Review: “From Here To Now To You”—Jack Johnson
Jack Johnson has charmed his way into the music industry by consistently delivering lovable and laidback songs.
Album Review: "Spreading Rumours"—Grouplove
Grouplove’s choice to experiment more on their sophomore album, “Spreading Rumours,” further proves they are capable of more than 2011’s radio hit “Tongue Tied.” “Spreading Rumours” ranges from crooning to pulsing beats and back over 13 tracks, occasionally all in one song (“Shark Attack” or “Hippy Hill”), while more upbeat songs like “Ways to Go,” the lead single, are likelier to reach larger audiences.
Meet the Penn Musician: Michael Lewis
Veteran Penny Loafer and self–proclaimed “West Coast kid” Michael Lewis sat down to talk to us about his recently released EP “Hearts of Sand” and the struggle of wanting to be a musician.
Album Review: "MGMT"—MGMT
While widely known for breakthrough pop songs off their first album, MGMT’s most recent output continues to shun mainstream pop in favor of the experimental style they pursued on “Congratulations,” but “MGMT” meanders when it needs to focus.
Mash-up Wednesday: "How Low vs. Walking on a Dream"—WasteTimeChasingCars
Empire of the Sun's "Walking on a Dream" is one of the more under–appreciated songs of the past five years.
Music Video Sunday: "Reflektor"—Arcade Fire
Arcade Fire’s new existentialist music video of “Reflektor,” has kept fans eagerly awaiting the release of their upcoming album.
Top 10 Hilariously Bad Rap Songs
It’s okay to claim you like these songs “ironically,” but we all know better.
Music Streaming Confessional
Spotify or Pandora? Casual music listeners tell us about their preferences.
Meet the Penn Musician: Meeka Kates
Accomplished musicians in our own backyard: the first installment of Meet the Penn Musician.
Album Review: "A.M."—Arctic Monkeys
“Do I Want to Know?” the first track on the Arctic Monkeys’ highly–anticipated fifth studio album, starts out with a thumping bass like the stomping of a marching band announcing its arrival.
Album Review: "Apar"—Delorean
2013 has seen the summer of electro–pop, and Spanish dance outfit Delorean offers a contribution in the form of its new album “Apar.” The band has Basque origins and a characteristic sound—a sunny, melodic optimism that drives the album forward with relentless cheer.
Album Review: "Kiss Land"—The Weeknd
Canadian–born artist Abel Tesfaye, or as we know him, The Weeknd, releases his sophomore album “Kiss Land” this week.
