Album Review
“The Album” review: Blackpink is back
Photo Courtesy of Variety Story by Makala Greene/Contributing Writer Blackpink is finally back with their much-anticipated first full album, aptly titled “The Album.” This is the group’s first official release in over a year. The energetic EDM beats provide a sense of nostalgia on some songs, while other tracks bring back those girl-group grunge feelings …
Brendan Benson “Dear Life” album release
Story by Danielle Findley Photos courtesy of Third Man Records Brendan Benson released a new album on April 24, 2020 titled Dear Life. Dear Life was a surprise, considering Benson has not produced a new LP in seven years. Benson’s outlook on his new album heralds his Good to be Alive single, which was a …
Review: DJ Khaled’s “Father of Asahd” a summer highlight, features MTSU’s Tay Keith
Photo courtesy of Billboard Story by Diah Marche/ Contributing Writer DJ Khaled released his 11th studio album, titled “Father of Asahd,” on Friday, and the album is already set to become one of summer’s biggest jams. The album is named for his son Asahd, who was named executive producer on DJ Khaled’s last album “Grateful.” …
Cage the Elephant returns with songs of heartbreak, hope with ‘Social Cues’
Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Story by Meraleigh Queener / Contributing Writer Cage The Elephant was formed in 2006 in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and relocated to England, where they erratically and unmistakably reached the English charts, lighting their path to success. They’re widely known for their distinct style engulfed in the various tasteful elements of indie …
Review: James Blake captures elements of contemporary cinema on ‘Assume Form’
Photo Courtesy of Stereogum Story by Isong Maro/ Contributing Writer British artist James Blake’s fourth studio album, titled “Assume Form,” was released Friday. This project comes off Blake’s several notable high profile collaborations on projects for Jay Z, Beyoncé, Travis Scott, Kendrick Lamar and a host of others. The album is 12 tracks long, and …
Review: ‘A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships’ is some of The 1975’s best work yet
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons The 1975 is an English pop-rock band, hailing from Manchester. The quartet is led by vocalist and guitarist Matty Healy. The group’s self-titled debut album was released in 2013 and climbed high on the charts in both the U.K. and the U.S. Their fan base continued to expand, leading up …