A Look At Musician Perfume Genius
There is nothing quite as beautiful or as elegant or as poignant as the arrangements of Mike Hadreas’, otherwise known as Perfume Genius, music. Listening to his songs triggers a wave of sorrow deep within your soul. It feels like being submerged under the coldest, iced water. Yet, everything is at ease. Each wave of [...]
Blur Return Once Again
In a move that will not shock fans familiar with Damon Albarn’s on-and-off again attitude, Blur have announced their 2013 return in the form of a set at Belgium’s Rock Werchter festival. Despite Albarn previously stating that their Olympic closing Hyde Park show earlier this year would be their last, Blur have once again surprised [...]
Big Names on Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 2 Soundtrack
Twilight is a very divisive franchise. Many hate it and many love it. Some people appreciate the books and can’t stand the movies. And there are those who swoon for Robert Pattinson and those who call for Kristen Stewart’s blood… okay, maybe those sentiments come from the same crowd. But regardless of how you feel [...]
“The Carpenter” by The Avett Brothers
It’s not easy to tread the middle road between mainstream success and credibility. People are quick to pounce on the unexpected, the middling indie band turned arena rock stars, and instantly decry them for simply doing what so many other bands have done before them. After all, think about how many bands we wouldn’t have [...]
“The Rhythm You Started” by Sophie Madeleine
Much of this adorable British girls album was recorded in her home, adding to it that sweet self-layering that makes it so endearing. Some say her sound is similar to Feist, but she’s got some melodies of her own. She’s been involved in a whirlwind since her first album in 2009, Love.Life.Ukulele. Now The Rhythm [...]
Fun on the Playground: Pru Boo
Calling all Playground lovers! If you are looking for some exciting Halloween fun before the big night, head over to The Shops at the Prudential Center on October 28th. The Pru Boo is going on so you can trick-or-treat for Charity! The Pru Boo this year is partnering with the charity Room to Grow, a [...]
This Week In Music History
At the risk of talking about The Beatles way too much in my TGI Friday music history posts, I’m going to go ahead and do it again. I mean, what better way is there to kick off the weekend really? Today, in 1962, The Beatles first single on the Parlophone label “Love Me Do”, backed by “P.S. [...]
Jack White Disappoints (But Bounces Back) in NYC
Jack White, just a day after his performance in Boston, completely let down his fans at the Radio City Music Hall in New York on Saturday October 29th. After a few snide comments to the crowd and claiming that he was displeased with the level of energy and the sound, White left the stage after [...]
Riddim Watch: Sun Screen
To keep the fall warm with music, Warrior Chief Productions guarantees it with Sun Screen Riddim, their new single featuring Chino, Laden, Dredon, Ninja Kid, Timberlee, Beenie Man, Munga, Shane Hoosang, and Kiprich. This single was released On September 13th, giving you dancehall music to party through the night with! This riddim is unique with [...]
This or That: “Killing Me Softly”
“Killing Me Softly with His Song ” by Roberta Flack VS “Killing Me Softly” by The Fugees Both versions won a Grammy Award for the song and were recorded by icons of their time. However, I am going to have to go with The Fugees. Roberta Flack and Lauren Hill both sing the song with [...]
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Serenata de Amor Brings Cape Verde to Emerson
Serenata de Amor, a musical theater project spearheaded by visual media arts associate professor Claire Andrade-Watkins, was brought to Emerson this past year. The project is a tribute to the morna of Cape Verde and Brava set in the 1940s. Andrade-Watkins worked with a team of faculty and staff members from Emerson to bring Serenata [...]
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