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The Chimes

Taylor Swift wows unexpectedly

Taylor Swift wows unexpectedly
Swift proves herself as quite the force to reckon with in her newest album.
Vic Silva, Staff Writer November 17, 2017

Taylor Swift has made quite the name for herself within the thriving business of songwriting. Writing for the likes of Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney and with five albums under her belt, she has proved a vibrant contender within the world of music. Her evolution remains incredibly fascinating to watch...

Future Islands remains simple and poignant with “The Far Field”

Future Islands remains simple and poignant with “The Far Field”
The synth-pop masterminds advance their successful formula and expound upon their uncanny energy.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager April 11, 2017
The synth-pop masterminds advance their successful formula and expound upon their uncanny energy.

Joanne leaves Gaga behind

Jose Flores/ THE CHIMES
Lady Gaga’s new album and sound reveals her present to fans.
Jose Flores, Writer October 25, 2016
Lady Gaga’s new album and sound reveals her present to fans.

Justin Timberlake has 20/20 hindsight

TVline
With a performer’s new concert movie out, fans can see if it feels like going to one of his shows.
Joseph Lyons, Writer October 18, 2016
With a performer’s new concert movie out, fans can see if it feels like going to one of his shows.

Local Natives stray from their roots

diymag.com
After two successful releases, the Orange County natives release their highly anticipated and profoundly disappointing “Sunlit Youth.”
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager September 12, 2016
After two successful releases, the Orange County natives release their highly anticipated and profoundly disappointing “Sunlit Youth.”

New music emphasis to debut

John Uy/THE CHIMES
A major based on modern and pop music will be available starting fall 2016.
Bethany Higa, Writer May 11, 2016
A major based on modern and pop music will be available starting fall 2016.

“The Sound” of The 1975 stuns

Tim Seeberger/THE CHIMES
The Manchester four-piece beautifully crafts their live show and live up to the hype.
Tim Seeberger, Writer April 20, 2016
The Manchester four-piece beautifully crafts their live show and live up to the hype.

An a capella afternoon with SeaNote

Brooks Ginnan/THE CHIMES
The quintet gives new life to pop standards during a Music at Noon performance.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer March 23, 2016
The quintet gives new life to pop standards during a Music at Noon performance.

The Body releases a pop album

nashvillescene.com
Oregon’s notorious sludge metal duo broaden their destructive horizons.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer March 22, 2016
Oregon’s notorious sludge metal duo broaden their destructive horizons.

Taemin Lee aces his first album

alwaysdreaminghigh.com
Taemin Lee proves himself as a solid solo artist with “Press It”.
Catherine Streng, Writer March 1, 2016
Taemin Lee proves himself as a solid solo artist with “Press It”.

Alt-J lights up Hollywood Bowl

Photo courtesy of Stephanie Stragier
Mercury-Prize winners rock southern California with the help of two great opening acts.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager October 21, 2015
Mercury-Prize winners rock southern California with the help of two great opening acts.

’90s pop brims with nostalgia

Hindsight is 20/20–late ‘90s hits were decidedly terrible, but recreate childhood nonetheless.
Hayley Langdon, Writer October 20, 2015
Hindsight is 20/20–late ‘90s hits were decidedly terrible, but recreate childhood nonetheless.