Music
Album Review: "The 20/20 Experience 2 of 2"—Justin Timberlake
The second half of Justin Timberlake’s “20/20 Experience” falls short of the hype.
Album Review: “B-Room"—Dr. Dog
Dr. Dog’s seventh studio album combines a mixture of instrumental heavy tunes with their own style of psychedelic tunes for the masses.
Album Review: "Pure Heroine"–Lorde
Lorde’s highly anticipated debut album “Pure Heroine” doesn’t produce the same thrill that its title promises.
You Have to Listen to This: Little Daylight
I take it as fact that whenever I unintentionally see a musician or band live, I will become obsessed with them.
Music Video Sunday: "Don't Hate the Playa"—Tyga
If you were planning to be Ms. Baddest Bitch 2013, we have unfortunate news: the spot has just been taken.
Throwback Thursday: 9.26.2013
Better late than never, #tbt
Album Review: "The Bones of What You Believe"– Chvrches
Glaswegian synth pop trio Chvrches opens its debut album with “The Mother We Share,” a song that was released as a single over a year ago.
The Best Party Songs You Probably Forgot About
They may not be in heavy rotation anymore, but when you hear them, drop your jungle juice and haul ass to the dance floor.
Album Review: "Mechanical Bull" – Kings of Leon
After three years without new music, Tennessee–based rockers Kings of Leon have returned to the spotlight with their latest album, “Mechanical Bull.” Overall, the album disappoints more than it excites.
Album Review: "Nothing Was the Same" – Drake
Drake’s newest album, “Nothing Was the Same,” does not have a misleading title.
Meet the Penn Musician: Danielle Harris
Senior Danielle Harris was hard to track down last year because she spent most of it working to pay off voice lessons in New York with celebrity-acclaimed vocal coach Don Lawrence, who has experience with the likes of Bon Jovi and Whitney Houston.
Mash–up Wednesday: “Diggin’ Ray Charles”—MashMike
Kanye West feat. Jamie Foxx vs. Chiddy Bang [soundcloud url="http://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/35531834" params="" width=" 100%" height="166" iframe="true" /] There are many reasons to throw shade at Kanye West.
You Have to Listen to This: Sam Smith
Like every other fad-tracking fool, I got the Macklemore haircut this summer. Shaved the sides, left the top long, strutted out from the barber feeling like a progressive pop star, albeit shorter and more modestly dressed. Within a week, I was regretting my choice and whining nonstop about what seemed to be an unending onslaught of unfriendly comparisons to the “Same Love” MC, my favorite of which was “You look like a young Macklemore, but even gayer.” One friend though, went a different route.
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).
