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”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.