Playlist of the Week Nov 10 – 16
Isabel Torres-Padin, Staff Reporter
November 10, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
www.genius.com Maroon 5 ft. Julia Michaels- “Help Me Out” Off of their new album “Red Pill Blues,” this catchy and uplifting tune brings together the classic high pitch of Adam Levine with the rougher voice of newcomer Julia Michaels. This is a great follow up to their popular sing...
Maroon 5 releases most cohesive album yet
Shivalika Keni, Copy Editor
November 10, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
It’s hard to believe, but it’s been three years since Maroon 5 released their last full-length album, “V.” While the group steadily released singles and went on an extensive world tour to fill that gap, they’re finally back with their sixth studio album, “Red Pill Blues.” The album is packed...
“Unapologetically” is a country dream
Alex Clarke, Staff Reporter
November 9, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
Kelsea Ballerini’s second album “Unapologetically” elevates Ballerini to country queen royalty among the likes of Carrie Underwood or Miranda Lambert. Of course, that’s completely my opinionーthere’s no ranking for these thingsーbut just listen to “Miss Me More” and try to deny that th...
Rihanna shines on N.E.R.D. comeback track
Amy Yu, Staff Reporter
November 9, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
The long dormant side project of The Neptunes, N.E.R.D., has returned with a surprise comeback that is sure to turn into a bop. Released Nov. 1, “Lemon” is the first new song from N.E.R.D. since their album, “Nothing,” was released in 2010. The funk rock/hip hop trio comprised of Pharre...
Playlist of the week Nov 3 – 9
Shivalika Keni, Copy Editor
November 2, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
“Squeeze” - Aminé Aminé, who is best known for his platinum single “Caroline,” is currently touring North America and Europe for his album “Good For You.” However, that hasn’t stopped him from releasing more music. On Oct. 27, Aminé released bass-heavy “Squeeze,” where he raps a...
Ty Dolla $ign experiments with album
Alex Tomazic, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
In a musical landscape dominated by trap rap and pop hits, R&B offers new opportunities for growth and experimentation. “Beach House 3” by Ty Dolla $ign attempts to explore a fresh take on this tried-and-true genre. Along the way, it traverses elegant beats and interesting interludes, but som...
Niall Horan’s debut album reaches No. 1
Alex Clarke, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
With his debut single album, “Flicker,” Niall Horan has become the third former One Direction member to have a No. 1 album in America, a feat accomplished only by another British invader: The Beatles. Horan was one of the more subdued members of One Direction, and “Flicker” feels incredibly ...
Unfulfilled potential in “Masseduction”
Matt Hooke, Staff Reporter
October 27, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
St. Vincent’s “Masseduction” is the follow-up to her 2014 self-titled breakthrough album, which won a Grammy for Best Alternative Album. It’s a frenetic high-strung album that is the perfect soundtrack for our high-stress times. The album, unfortunately, doesn’t entirely follow through on its ...
Playlist of the Week: Oct 27 – Nov 2
Shivalika Keni, Copy Editor
October 27, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
www.genius.com “Deserve” - Kris Wu feat. Travis Scott Former EXO member Kris Wu collaborates with Travis Scott for the first time on his trap-inspired hip-hop track “Deserve.” Wu spots a girl in the club who has caught his interest and declares that she’s so good, she deserves a song...
Playlist of the Week Oct 13 – 19
Shivalika Keni, Copy Editor
October 13, 2017
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Music
www.genius.com “Help Me Out” - Maroon 5 & Julia Michaels Maroon 5 is back with another single off their 10-track LP, “Red Pill Blues.” This time, they rope in “Issues” singer Julia Michaels. “Red Pill Blues” is expected to release Nov. 3 and will also feature SZA, Kendrick Lamar ...
