Listening to contemporary hits while studying can be very distracting. But complete silence can be exhausting. So here are five alternatives as you get ready for Finals.
Seven ways to conquer quarantine
April 22, 2020 by
What a crazy time it is. While we’re all at home protecting the health and safety of ourselves and others, it is safe to say we have all gone a little crazy – and if you haven’t, I applaud you. Social distancing has brought us strange times where we have absolutely no idea what to […]
3 underrated albums from the 2010s you should hear today
December 5, 2019 by
The 2010s are the first decade in which streaming has become the primary way listeners consume music, making it more accessible than ever. But with accessibility comes difficulties for artists who are not well known to the masses, and as the decade comes to a close, it is essential to highlight some hidden gems of […]
Eight instruments you can learn that are NOT guitar
November 21, 2019 by
Everyone loves music, and guitar music is one of the most versatile in terms of genre. People of all tastes flock to it. But everything has a limit. There is no need for everyone and his/her youth pastor to be busting out “Hallelujah” at a hangout, and if I hear “Wagon Wheel” one more time […]
7 songs everyone should have on a playlist
April 4, 2019 by
In a world where there are a ton of music styles, genres and tastes, it can be tedious and intimidating to find the perfect songs to have in your playlist. Not to mention, there are plenty of stressors while making the perfect playlist. What if you get roasted when you’re on aux? What if you […]
5 ways music is the best thing ever
March 13, 2018 by
We all need something consistent in our lives to rely on, and music is just that. Whether it’s background noise, your favorite get-ready song, or a track to get through your multi-hour car ride back home, music is there every step of the way. And here are five ways music can get you through your […]
How a Kanye West fan forum saved the rap genre
March 7, 2018 by
Amid a culture saturated with shallow lyrics and electronic pseudo melodies, there appears to be hope for the dismal reality that is our current rap genre. This hope is Brockhampton. This self-proclaimed “boyband” has risen from virtual obscurity to widespread conversation in just a year, after releasing three consecutive albums and more than 10 music […]
The 5 most-anticipated albums released this fall
November 17, 2017 by
Pop music continues to rock the charts in 2017. Artists like Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift have shared a few singles in preparation for the release of their albums while breakout star Grace VanderWaal is ready to drop her first. These artists have kept us on our toes long enough, and we expect they will […]
5 reasons music festivals are still a blast
November 17, 2017 by
Festivals now offer an opportunity that captivates the full attention, time and savings of their patrons – reinventing the occasion from a typical live music event to a global affair. Since the infamous Woodstock, music festivals never quite lost their enticing flare, but with advanced technology, festivals have become more prominent and more extravagant than […]
5 tips for beginner concert photographers
December 3, 2016 by
I got my first camera at 13 as a Christmas gift form my parents. My interest grew through high school from taking a bunch of photography classes, but I had always struggled in finding the right subject— what I wanted to shoot. Then I went to a bunch of concerts at a variety of Charleston […]
4 times Kanye West has positively influenced the music industry
November 22, 2016 by
With his well-documented egotistical persona, rapper-producer Kanye West never seems to be a crowd favorite. In interviews and on social media, Kanye mostly brags about his own accomplishments, which easily turns many listeners off. But what if the music mogul is deserving of his ego? Despite popular belief, the Chicago native has had a positive […]
Top 15 tracks of 2015
April 23, 2016 by
2015 was a magnificent year for all genres of music. While many may be skeptical of modern pop markets, other genres are not only flourishing, but are collaborating to craft tunes that redefine present notions of production. 2016’s releases look promising, between waiting for Frank Ocean’s new project, new tunes from The Shins and the […]
Nine great songs to pump you up during Finals Week
April 22, 2016 by
Do you need an epic montage of music to get you through the day? These compositions will help you get motivated for the gym, prepare for a big interview, excite you for this week’s game, help you stay alert through finals and generally get you ready to take on the world. This list looks at the songs […]
5 best albums for practicing yoga
April 18, 2016 by
by Mara Fields I am constantly searching for great music for practicing yoga because music is an integral part of my practice, as it is for many in the yoga community. In fact, yoga and music festivals have become popular in the United States over the past two decades. One of the most popular yoga festivals, […]
‘Tis the season (to decorate for Christmas)…fa la la la la la la la la
December 3, 2015 by
Don’t kid yourselves…if Halloween is over, it’s time to get ready for Christmas. At least, that’s what we think. by Phalan Henry and Amanda Doran
7 songs to help you cope with Finals Week
November 24, 2015 by
by Laura Taylor Everyone who has experienced a finals week can identify with the quickly shifting emotional stages that accompany a week of exams. Here’s a short playlist to use as your go-to coping mechanism for the stress of finals.
9 songs you just can’t get out of your head
April 23, 2015 by
You hear these songs constantly, and no matter how hard you try to get them out of your head, … you just can’t. Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson, featuring Bruno Mars Listen Here This pop song has definitely become one of the most popular songs of this year, playing on every radio station and at […]
They came, they raved, they loved
April 23, 2015 by
Three things sum up why Ultra Music Festival is one of the premier music festivals in the world – Miami, weather, electronic dance music. 330,000 people from more than 80 countries flooded into Miami last year to experience the magical three-day weekend that is Ultra, and UMF is ready to make an even bigger splash at […]
Fall Out Boy will delight punks, jocks alike
April 15, 2015 by
Chicago-based Fall Out Boy has continually reminded us why they are one of the greatest punk bands of our generation. Here are seven reasons in case you need the reminder. by Phoebe Wheeler
10 reasons why we can’t “let go” of Frozen
April 24, 2014 by
Unless you’ve been living under a rock you probably know about the Disney movie “Frozen.” It has been breaking records and winning awards ever since it came out last November. Here are just some of the reasons that prove ‘Frozen’ is a power house of movie and why we love it! by Stephanie Benner […]
10 ways music makes you happier, healthier
November 25, 2013 by
See the listicle by James DeMarco. We’ve known intuitively that music can pick us up when we need a little lift or just adds to our already good mood, but now there’s research proving that music is actually helping us live healthier and be happier. Related articles 5 Ways To Be Happier (lifehack.org) How […]
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