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“Jesus is King” is powerful, yet unsatisfying

Kanye West releases his first gospel album "Jesus Is King."
Kanye’s anticipated gospel album entertains, but does not live up to his previous releases.
Sammy Newcomer October 31, 2019

After multiple delays, Kanye finally delivered “Jesus is King” on Oct. 25. The release, in typical Kanye fashion, was surrounded by controversy. This time, the calamity surrounds Kanye’s “rebirth” and conversion to Christianity. While some Christians fear Kanye is using the name of Jesus as...

Random Acts of Culture returns for the fall

Commercial music majors Connor Martin and Hope Langston perform covers.
Students can spot performers from the conservatory peppered around campus.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor October 29, 2019

As the golden afternoon light washed over campus, freshmen commercial music majors Conner Martin and Hope Langston set up by the fountain. A keyboard, some wires and a colorful sign―“Random Acts of Culture.”  Random Acts of Culture is a series of short musical performances organized by the...

Rex Orange County’s “Pony” demonstrates his best work

Rex’s sophomore album surpasses expectations with deep intimacy and emotion.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer October 26, 2019

Alexander O’Connor, otherwise known as Rex Orange County, uses his music to unashamedly shares his emotions and reassure his listeners that they are not alone. His music displays his deepest vulnerabilities, which is rarely seen in the music industry. In “Pony,” which might be his best project...

Fall for these essential autumn tunes

Check out these songs for something fresh to add to your fall playlist this year.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor October 24, 2019

“Pluto Projector” - Rex Orange County Beloved by indie -pop fans across the globe, Rex Orange County returns with his latest single, “Pluto Projector.” The song begins with a soft intro and later shifts into a catchy, subdued beat, concluding with another soothing melody. This number is the...

“Zombieland: Double Tap” shocks with comedy and gore

Zombieland: Double Tap” presents viewers with comedy and gore.
Comedy, guts and zombie-killing return in the sequel to the beloved original.
Adam Pigott, Staff Writer October 22, 2019

Blending adult comedy with an intriguing zombie apocalypse, “Zombieland: Double Tap” presents fans of the original film with a warm welcome. Tremendously paced and easy to follow, the film updates viewers on events that happened between the last film and current date. Similar to the series opener,...

The Rex Orange County essentials playlist

Before the release of his upcoming album, listen to these Rex essentials.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer October 19, 2019

“A Song About Being Sad” Rex impressively delivers both joyous and melancholic songs, which are essential to his discography. In this track, Rex tells the audience about a girl he used to obsess over until he finally realized that she only cared about herself. With nasally vocals and electric guitar...

“Parasite” invites audiences into laughter and horror

While Bong's international satirical-thriller presents comedic elements, it also takes audiences through a dark journey of difficult socioeconomic differences.
The Korean comedy-thriller is a metaphoric masterpiece that displays a universal dystopia.
Micah Kim, Managing Editor October 18, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). As the exposure between the poor and the rich remains a common theme in modern films, “Parasite” brings a distinct perspective of the commonly viewed “evil” high-class through a comedic, yet thrilling story of the problematic...

Devonte Hynes dives into classical music with “Fields”

Devonte Hynes newest album "Fields," gives listeners an artful collaboration.
Hynes’ latest project is an artistic and unconventional collaboration.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor October 17, 2019

After a recent summer album release under pseudonym “Blood Orange,” Devonte Hynes has made a quick return with classical album release “Fields.” The collaborative creation with Chicago ensemble Third Coast Percussion is an unexpectedly unique classical album, with imaginative, electrifying and...

Alumni showcase musical talents at Torrey Conference

Alumna Arielle Howell and Talbot student Ray Quiñones collaborate to present raw, meaningful folk tracks heavily inspired by nature's beauty.
During last week’s Torrey Conference, former students returned to campus to serenade students in between sessions.
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor October 17, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). Last Wednesday, acoustic reverb and warm vocals flooded the Fireplace Pavilion. While Biolans waited in lines for Torrey sessions and participated in other conference festivities, former students returned to the Eddy stage to showcase...

“El Camino” is enjoyable, yet an unnecessary “Breaking Bad” follow up

“El Camino” is enjoyable, yet an unnecessary “Breaking Bad” follow up
Although an entertaining ride for fans of the original show, the follow-up film fails to fully live up to the iconic series.
Sammy Newcomer October 15, 2019

Whatever happened to Jesse Pinkman? The question lingered in viewers’ minds after the riveting finale to “Breaking Bad.” After six years, series creator Vince Gilligan wrote and directed this follow-up film to answer this question. The film picks up immediately after the series finale and follows...

The best of Blood Orange playlist

Prepare for upcoming album release “Fields” with this Blood Orange playlist.
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor October 12, 2019

Music from indie-alternative artist Devonté Hynes, otherwise known as Blood Orange, is characterized by gorgeous vocal harmonies, unique tunes and stunning instrumentals. The fact that nearly all of the songwriting, instrumentals and producing are done solely by Hynes himself is a feat in itself. With...

City and Colour’s “A Pill for Loneliness” is bland and boring

“A Pill for Loneliness,” from City and Colour disappoints listeners with unoriginal content.
The latest album from Dallas Green's solo venture tries to be deeper than it actually is.
Chris Charpentier, Staff Writer October 10, 2019

City and Colour is a solo venture by Dallas Green, a former band member of Alexisonfire. In “A Pill for Loneliness,” his seventh studio album, Green attempts to bring what he believes are dark songs wrapped in beautiful sounds but instead churns up empty arena rock songs that lack depth and authenticity. PALE...