“Optimist” dropped Oct. 15, already garnering millions of streams on Spotify alone. From re-defining the industry with sister Billie Eilish, Finneas O'Connell’s own album dares high numbers from his notoriety alone. The expectations for it, however, are equally high.  OPTIMISM DASHED  The album...

How could one even describe the autumn aesthetic? Although southern California does not display iconic fall weather, there are still ways to take advantage of this season. Here are some of our top picks for an autumn playlist, including scenic descriptions.    PUMPKIN CHAI IN A COFFEE SHOP When...

Despite the global pandemic starting off in 2020, artists did not shy away from creating music last year, which led the 2021 Grammy Awards to be a competitive, yet illuminating experience.  THE YEAR FOR WOMEN The large awards such as Album of the Year and Record of the Year all went to women.    Taylor...

Recently released on Apple TV, “Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry” brings fans into the personal, endearing and shocking world of stardom for Eilish. Beginning with her first record deal and entering into her current successes, the film aims to display the process and passion behind her...

“MONSTER” BY SHAWN MENDES & JUSTIN BIEBER The two most powerful male Candian popstars collaborated on the second single Mendes has released this year as part of his promo for the upcoming album, “Wonder.” Airy and dramatic, “Monster” is an honest appeal to the pressures of superstardom,...

Since winning The X Factor in 2011, British girl group Little Mix has left their mark on pop culture. Hit single “Shout Out to My Ex” established them as a go-to band for women looking for empowering sounds to blast on a girl’s night out. Their latest album release “Confetti” brings back some...

“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...

Having a specific playlist for different seasons in life seems like the perfect, accessible and free remedy that any and all college students can attain for themselves. 2017 was certainly an interesting year in music, filled with breakthrough albums and risky musical choices by many of our favorite artists....