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Maricruz Villalobos
Apr 2, 20224 min read
Behind the Lyrics: “Don’t Forget I’m Human” with Amber Wilson
By Maricruz Villalobos Welcome back to Behind the lyrics! My name is Maricruz Villalobos and I ask artists to breakdown their songwriting...
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Mason Stoutamire
Apr 1, 20222 min read
Vince Staples Raps with a Broken Heart on "ROSE STREET"
By: Mason Stoutamire Photo from DIY Magazine. Vince Staples chooses is engaging with loss in order to love again in every capacity. “ROSE...
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Madelline Gastelo
Mar 25, 20224 min read
The Happy Fits Talk About "Changes": Music in an Everchanging World
By: Madelline Gastelo Luke Davis (drums), Calving Langman (cello, lead vocals), and Ross Monteith (guitar), respectively. Ross Monteith,...
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Thomas Young
Mar 23, 20223 min read
Nostalgia and Melancholy on Miranda Cosgrove's Debut LP "Sparks Fly"
I have very fond memories of driving home from elementary school to the soundtrack of Miranda Cosgrove's "Kissin U", the first and only...
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Gabriela Huselton
Mar 17, 20223 min read
Women we Love in Music
Image from blog.musixmatch.com March is International Women’s Month and what better time to shine a light on female music artists than...
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Maricruz Villalobos
Mar 12, 20223 min read
Behind the Lyrics: "concussion" with girlhouse
By Maricruz Villalobos Hi! Welcome back to Behind the Lyrics! My name is Maricruz Villalobos and I ask artists to break down their...
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Helena San Roque
Mar 9, 20221 min read
Avril Lavigne: The Princess of Pop Punk Releases New Album
Writer: Helena San Roque No, she didn't die. And, no, she wasn't replaced by a doppelgänger like Paul McCartney. The energy of Canadian...
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Mason Stoutamire
Mar 9, 20222 min read
Why Iayze is the Realest Rapper Out Right Now
By: Mason Stoutamire Photo from Iayze’s Spotify. I first heard Iayze (pronounced “Jace”) after seeing “C’mere!," a single from his EP,...
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Madelline Gastelo
Mar 8, 20222 min read
Mitski in Los Angeles
By Madelline Gastelo A lone door stands center stage as chilling music plays. Fog fills the room and the crowd cheers in anticipation....
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Helena San Roque
Mar 5, 20221 min read
The 6-Stringed Spotlight: Filipino-British Guitarist Towa Bird
Writer: Helena San Roque 22 year-old Filipino-British guitarist Towa Bird gripped us with her first Youtube video— a cover of Tame...
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Helena San Roque
Mar 5, 20223 min read
Red Hot Chili Peppers Return with New Album "Unlimited Love" after 16 years
Writer: Helena San Roque You either love them or you hate them—although many often choose the latter. In 1983 , lead guitarist John...
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Mason Stoutamire
Mar 2, 20222 min read
Wiz Misses Again, Juicy J Shows Out on 'Stoner's Night'
By: Mason Stoutamire Cover art for 'Stoner's Night' via Trippy Records I miss the early 2010’s. I was discovering a ton of hip-hop and...
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Thomas Young
Feb 28, 20222 min read
Michael Cera Gets Weird on 2014 Indie-Folk Album ”True That”
Oh dear. This is becoming somewhat of a trend. A few weeks ago, I reviewed Steven Seagal’s enigmatic — and ultimately problematic — album...
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Helena San Roque
Feb 27, 20222 min read
The Godmother of Rock: Sister Rosetta Tharpe
Writer: Helena San Roque Getty Images Before Chuck Berry or Jimi Hendrix, there was sister Rosetta Tharpe—one of the earliest pioneers...
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Gabriela Huselton
Feb 26, 20221 min read
Florence + the Machine is back with "King"
The official artwork for Florence + the Machine's single, "King". It’s been almost four years since Florence + the Machine released their...
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Madelline Gastelo
Feb 25, 20221 min read
New Music Friday: Early Eyes' Debut Album "Look Alive!"
By Madelline Gastelo Early Eyes dropped their debut album "Look Alive!" today, available on all streaming platforms. The album, which...
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Madelline Gastelo
Feb 22, 20221 min read
Supporting UCI's Up and Coming Mystery Artists
By Madelline Gastelo Upon my usual stroll from class to my car, I pass by the bridge by Aldrich Park. Posters normally hang here, but on...
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Madelline Gastelo
Feb 21, 20221 min read
The Slaps' New Single "Around" Closes Out Around Trilogy
By Madelline Gastelo Indie-rock band The Slaps released their latest single "Around" last week, finishing off their Around trilogy. It...
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Maricruz Villalobos
Feb 20, 20224 min read
Behind the Lyrics: “To Avoid Pain” with Jessica Mazin
By Maricruz Villalobos Hi! My name is Maricruz Villalobos and I’m glad you’re back for another episode of Behind the lyrics! Where I ask...
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Mason Stoutamire
Feb 12, 20221 min read
Zack Villere's "Cardboard City" Turns Two Years Old
By: Mason Stoutamire Cover art for "Cardboard City" from Villere's Soundcloud. This Valentine’s Day marks the two-year anniversary of...
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