‘Chromakopia’ rules
Having not dropped a full length album in three years, Tyler, The Creator has followed up with one of his most personal entries in his entire discography. With the album duration coming in at 53...
View ArticleTXT reach for the stars in their latest album
On Nov. 4, fourth-generation K-pop boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) released their seventh mini album “The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY.” The members are credited as songwriters for the six songs. The...
View Article“Rockman” is Mk.gee’s victory lap
It has been a phenomenal year for music. Between Charli XCX’s “Brat” creating a whole summer trend and Kendrick Lamar’s up-beat diss-track “Not like Us” topping the charts, music fans of all genres are...
View ArticleJorge Rivera-Herrans “EPIC: The Vengeance Saga” is a thrilling climax in a...
*Spoiler Alert* Jorge Rivera-Herrans has been working on a series of albums since he was a college student in 2019, and starting 2022 he’s been releasing them all, with the final album in the series...
View ArticleStray Kids’ ‘GIANT’ is an energetic, yet sentimental Japanese release with...
Korean pop group Stray Kids has gained incredible popularity in the past year, and they continue to follow the K-pop industry’s tradition of having Japanese releases to cater to their large Japanese...
View ArticleLil Baby & 21 Savage’s newest single marks its territory in this year’s rap game
After one week of being released, Atlanta-based rapper Lil Baby’s new album “Who Hard as Me” (WHAM) has received moderate-to-high acclaim from fans and critics alike. It has even reached the number one...
View ArticleEthel Cain’s ‘Perverts’ is a controversial but unique indie album that left...
Ethel Cain is an indie artist who amassed a sizable cult following after the release of “Preacher’s Daughter,” an extensive and highly praised album with a rich storyline, haunting ambience and unique...
View Article‘EPIC: The Ithaca Saga’ is an emotional ending to a unique retelling of the...
**Spoiler Alert** “EPIC: The Musical” is a series of albums by Jorge Rivera-Herrans that retell Homer’s Odyssey in song form — specifically inspired by the style of musicals. The songs in this series...
View ArticleThe Bellrays Represent Riverside Rock n’ Roll Royalty
Riverside is home to countless creative individuals with a passion for music. Bands play at venues like Birdcage Comic Cafe or Back To The Grind. If asked about local influences, many bands would...
View Article“SMB” by Odetari ft. Hongjoong of ATEEZ is a fun, fast paced track with attitude
Odetari is a music producer known for going viral on platforms such as Tiktok, with energetic beats and a unique style of music. He has contributed greatly to the hyperpop genre that’s become popular...
View ArticleIVE’s ‘Empathy’ is a catchy pop album with a cohesive theme
IVE is a K-pop girl group composed of six members, known for catchy pop songs, stunning aesthetics and talented members. Empathy was released on Feb. 3, 2025, and was announced in December for release...
View ArticleHigh Fashion, High Style, High Vibes: “LV Bag”
Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Fall-Winter 2025 collection during Paris Fashion Week cemented its luxury status in more ways than one. Remember the Future — Pharrell Williams and Nigo’s long awaited...
View ArticleJennie’s “Ruby” is a successful solo debut that showcases her iconic artistry
Blackpink member Jennie has had a successful solo career for several years, though she has not gone all-in with her solo career until recently, as she was more involved in her group, making K-pop hits....
View ArticleBlack Country, New Road’s ‘Forever Howlong:’ a lesson in rolling with the...
There is no band without its lead singer. There is no Nirvana without Kurt Cobain. There is no Queen without Freddie Mercury. There is no Velvet Underground without Lou Reed. The lead singer or...
View Article‘Adult Swim’ by Kai is a well-anticipated, chill summer K-pop anthem
Kim Jongin, known by his stage name Kai, is an idol most known for being part of the K-pop group EXO, a nine-member boy group that has been active since 2012. He has had an extensive career spanning...
View ArticleThe Marías release two new songs tailored to unrequited lovers
With the release of the 2024 album, “Submarine,” elevating the band to international acclaim, The Marías have mostly been occupied with extensive touring. The makers behind the dream-pop track, “No One...
View ArticleJane Remover’s ‘Revengseekerz’ is a listening experience like none other
Two years since Jane Remover’s last full-length project in 2023, fans have been patiently waiting to experience the genre-bending artist’s newest vision. Well, wait no more, Jane fans, as the release...
View ArticleLana Del Rey debuts her new long-awaited country era with ‘Henry, come on’
The anticipated beginning of Lana Del Rey’s country era arrived with the release of one of her newest singles, “Henry, come on” on April 11, followed by “Bluebird” on April 18. Long-term fans who have...
View ArticleXiker’s ‘HOUSE OF TRICKY: SPUR’ is an underrated K-pop EP with enjoyable ‘boy...
Xikers is a K-pop boy group consisting of ten members. Debuting under KQ Entertainment in 2023, they have garnered a reasonably large-scale fanbase, especially for a group under one of the smaller...
View Article‘We Live In A Society’ is no joke of an EP
On May 2, producer Flume and artist JPEGMAFIA released an EP titled, “We Live In A Society.” The title of the EP, assumingly named in reference to the popular Joker meme, is not the only unique part of...
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