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The Observer

Indie rock band Yo La Tengo performed a 22-song set—intentionally excluding their biggest hits—in Cleveland's Waterloo Arts District.

Yo La Tengo gives an unconventional performance at Beachland Ballroom

Kate Gordon, Life Editor March 28, 2025

Last Monday, March 24, indie rock band Yo La Tengo took to the stage at Beachland Ballroom in Cleveland’s Waterloo Arts District. Composed of Ira Kaplan, Georgia Hubley and James McNew, the band cycled...

Indie pop band Japanese Breakfast explores nostalgia through frontwoman Michelle Zauner's lyricism and unique instrument choice in "For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)."

Japanese Breakfast explores nostalgia and introspection with their latest release

Kennedy Wolf, Staff Writer March 28, 2025

This past Friday, March 21, Japanese Breakfast released their fourth studio album, “For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women).” Japanese Breakfast is fronted by Michelle Zauner, an accomplished indie...

Playlist of the week: Angry songs for the trenches of midterm season

Kennedy Wolf, Staff Writer February 28, 2025

As a history major, sometimes I get a little annoyed when I hear people say that they are “in the trenches.” Are you really in the trenches if you are not knee-deep in a mixture of mud and shrapnel?...

CWRU students gathered together this past Saturday for a live performance of Leon Thomas' second studio album, "Mutt."

“Victorious” star Leon Thomas gives a stellar performance at UPB’s most recent concert

Esha Bagora, Social Media Editor February 14, 2025

On Saturday, Feb. 8, the University Program Board (UPB) hosted an unforgettable concert featuring DJ Shaughn and Leon Thomas III. In the Kelvin and Eleanor Smith Foundation Grand Ballroom located in the...

Lady Gaga's new single "Abracadabra" reflects her unique style as an artist and pays tribute to her early career before her upcoming album.

Lady Gaga is at her “Lady Gaga-est” with new single “Abracadabra”

Kennedy Wolf, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

On Feb. 2, the 67th annual Grammy Awards were held. On a night intended to celebrate the biggest moments in music from the past year, many iconic moments were naturally generated. Deserving artists, such...

Elle Fanning (right) and Timothée Chalamet (left) star as Sylvie Russo and Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown." The biopic explores the impact of fame on individuals in Dylan's life like his girlfriend Sylvie.

“A Complete Unknown” showcases the early years of Bob Dylan’s career with a star-studded cast

Kennedy Wolf, Staff Writer January 31, 2025

This past Christmas, “A Complete Unknown” began to play in theaters nationwide. The biopic focuses on Bob Dylan’s transition into fame during the early- to mid-1960s, with Timothée Chalamet starring...

Playlist of the week: Not quite winter vibes

Kate Gordon, Life Editor January 24, 2025

It’s too dangerous to wallow. Melancholy music for melancholy weather was a fun game to play in October, when everyone I know was praying for it to dip below 50 degrees so they could finally break out...

Ethel Cain's new album "Perverts" has become an online sensation, showcasing the artist's songwriting and musical talents.

Ethel Cain premieres new ambient sound in latest album

Kennedy Wolf, Staff Writer January 17, 2025

This past Wednesday, Jan. 8, singer/songwriter Ethel Cain released her fourth studio album, “Perverts.” The newest album from Cain quickly became an online sensation, with much contention as to how...

Rosé's debut album "rosie" explores Rosé's personal struggles through various pop styles. The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200.

“Rosie” showcases Rosé’s vocal talent but lacks broader personal narrative

Téa Tamburo, News Editor January 17, 2025

With her debut solo album “rosie” released in December 2024, BLACKPINK member Rosé unveils a more personal side of herself, contrasting the meticulously polished world typically associated with K-Pop...

From "CHIHIRO" to "BIRDS OF A FEATHER," Billie Eilish captivated the audience throughout each performance of her Hit Me Hard and Soft tour, showcasing her deep connection with fans worldwide.

Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour is the greatest

Aambar Agarwal, Social Media Manager December 6, 2024

This year has been amazing for pop music. From Charli XCX’s “Brat” to Dua Lipa’s “Radical Optimism,” Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” to Sabrina Carpenter’s “Short n’...

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