Slowdive makes unprecedented return

The shoegaze trailblazers modernize their origins in self-titled release.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager
• May 9, 2017
White Ward master depressive experimentalism

“Futility Report” gives a multifaceted perspective on mental illness and inner negativity through an unmistakable sound.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer
• May 2, 2017
Alcest’s “Komada” transcends in abysmal glory

The French pioneers expand blackgaze while perfecting their template.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer
• October 4, 2016
Deftones astound with “Gore”

Sacramento’s favorite alt-metal quintet resets the standard for the genre.
Maxwell Heilman, Writer
• April 12, 2016
Sad Lovers & Giants grace The Echoplex

The band impressed at their first Los Angeles show of their 36-year career.
Brooks Ginnan, Writer
• April 6, 2016
A beginner’s guide to coldwave

An in-depth look into the intensely emotive and oft-overlooked genre.
Brooks Ginnan, Writer
• April 5, 2016
Summer six

Arts and entertainment editor Christian Davis puts his credibility on the line with six selections for your summer.
Christian Davis, Writer
• May 12, 2015
Title Fight discover top form on Hyperview

Title Fight trades their hardcore punk riffs for dreamy, shoegaze inspired tones.
Christian Davis, Writer
• February 10, 2015
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Exhalerated, nervous, anticipation, sour- these are all words provided by students to describe the mood of Mayer’s lobby on Friday Sept. 5....