Music
Andrew McMahon: Then & Now
The former Jack's Mannequin and Something Corporate frontman has branched out on his own. Click on the picture for a retrospective of his career.
Album Review: "Paperwork"—T.I.
With so many new hip–hop artists coming out of Atlanta these days, some may question whether or not veteran T.I.
Remix Wednesday: "Psylla"—Glass Animals (Feki Remix)
If you’re not already listening to Glass Animals, you might want to get on that soon?they’re becoming really big,
Music Video Monday: "Know What I Want"—Kali Uchis
Colombia–born singer Kali Uchis brings us an ironically bright and colorful tale of kidnapping and murder.
Album Review: "...And Star Power"—Foxygen
The rock band's latest effort is a jumbled but interesting ride.
Street's First Kiss Went A Little Like This
Because your kiss is on our list.
Playlist Of The Week: 10/16
This week, we have some new jams from Childish Gambino, Foxygen, Flying Lotus and Vince Staples, along with a Vine hit and some throwbacks from Kanye West & The Strokes.
Album Review: "Sweet Talker"—Jessie J
The vocal powerhouse modestly keeps her promises of originality.
Album Review: "STN MTN/Kauai"—Childish Gambino
Childish Gambino's new mixtape/EP has a little bit of something for everyone.
Haiku Reviews: 10/16
There was some good, under–the–radar music released this week. And then there was Steve Aoki.
Album Review: "You're Dead"—Flying Lotus
Flying Lotus kills us with "You're Dead" and earns himself a perfect rating.
Album Review: "Hell Can Wait"—Vince Staples
No I.D. protege and California rapper Vince Staples gives us seven impressive tracks on "Hell Can Wait."
Album Review: "Encyclopedia"—The Drums
After three albums, The Drums have finally surpassed one–hit wonder indie stardom.
Playlist of the Week: 10/2
Shwayze has been pretty much everywhere on Penn's campus over the last week, so he might as well be in the playlist, right? He joins a Kevin Rudolf track (remember Kevin Rudolf?) and some new songs from Elijah Blake, Whirr, Tweedy, and The Drums this week. Enjoy!
Appropriate Penn Elevator Music
We’ve all been there. Trapped by social convention, you stare desperately at the floor or the walls. If you speak up, the conversation will quickly fall dead and leave you with at least four more floors of mind–numbing discomfort. The elevator is nothing less than the physical epitome of a misanthropic, socially awkward culture. So, what songs describe your various Penn elevator experiences?
Music Video Monday: "Heavy Metal and Reflective"
Notable Lyric: I be PYT, you Billie Jean, you been that ex–bitch!
Album Review: "This Is All Yours"—alt-J
Two years after “An Awesome Wave,” alt-J have returned with their sophomore album, a slightly disjointed compilation of beautiful, experimental tracks.
