Healy is truly in his element. Named after the chemical element, the artist’s sophomore album “Tungsten” gives him space to explore themes of time, life and death. Read more...
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January 12, 2:37 pm
Second Take: Success of surprise releases proves excessive promotion can be an album’s downfall
Musicians are cranking the handles of the jack-in-the-box – and albums are popping out. In the past few months, surprise albums have made a sudden resurgence. Read more...
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January 11, 1:44 pm
Rising Artists: New sounds for the new year to add variety to winter quarter playlists
As Bruins hunker down for winter quarter, they can start off the new year right with up-and-coming artists from all ends of the musical spectrum. Ranging from dance pop to indie folk, these shooting stars and their even shinier discographies are ascending quickly. Read more...
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January 4, 6:14 pm
Music Preview: ‘Tis the season for album releases in the rush of winter quarter
No winter wonderland is complete without a soundtrack. While fall quarter was marked with releases from pop powerhouses like Ariana Grande and rakish rock stars like Miley Cyrus, winter hints at a flurry of new records. Read more...
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December 11, 2:55 pm
Album review: Long story short, Taylor Swift gives fans an unexpected gold rush in ‘evermore’
Taylor Swift revealed Thursday that the land of folklore would be expanded evermore. The songwriter put her lyrical prowess to the test in a stripped-back, surprise alternative album with “folklore” in July. Read more...
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December 10, 7:21 pm
Student releases studio single following success of musical content on TikTok
Jonathan Tsai is proving that a minute on TikTok is more than enough to make meaningful music. Using the stage name Mad Tsai, the second-year English and music history and industry student has been able to accumulate nearly 1 million followers and 20 million likes on his TikTok account through his music and comedy videos. Read more...
Photo: Musician and second-year English and music history and industry student Jonathan Tsai released his first studio-produced single “Boy Bi” on Dec. 3. Tsai first posted the original, acoustic version of the song on TikTok, on which he has almost 1 million followers. (Sakshi Joglekar/Daily Bruin staff)
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December 9, 4:26 pm
Life and Hip-Hop: Young artists discuss impacts of social media on music journeys
The impact of music extends far beyond the play and pause buttons. Formed in the 1970s as an underground movement, hip-hop has expanded into various art forms and musical sub-genres – with rap specifically being one of the most popular musical styles among today’s youth. Read more...
Photo: The next generation of hip-hop artists is looking to break into the industry. However, they are also seeking to break industry molds of how a typical hip-hop artist should behave. (Marc-Anthony Rosas/Daily Bruin)