“’Father Stretch My Hands Pt. 1’ by Kanye West. I recently watched the Kanye trilogy ‘jeen-yuhs’ which gave me a new-found appreciation for Kanye as not only an artist but a human being. ‘Father Stretch My Hands Pt. 1’ is a song off of Kanye’s album ‘The Life Of Pablo.’ This album was one of his many turning points, it develops another one of the complex layers that make up Kanye. ‘jeen-yuhs’ humanized Kanye. The trilogy emphasized that regardless of the issues Kanye has faced or caused, he continues to be an influence on the rap community. Despite his struggles, Kanye has had many phases of inspiration, motivation and faith. ‘Father Stretch My Hands Pt. 1’ reminds me that there is always something greater to look forward to. There is power within me to push away the unwanted and make it to the next day for another beautiful morning,” said Gerianne Salamanca Gamez, chief of visual design.
“I’ve currently been on an 80’s fantasy and sci-fi synth kick, and anything that sounds remotely similar. There’s something in the way artists use synth in their music that really makes it have a different texture all together, one that elevates the listener and truly sends them to another plane of existence, or at least it does for me. It can be magical and ethereal, or spacey and intense, it can be used in pop punk and indie or in purely musical soundtracks. The possibilities are endless as they are fantastic. I’ve curated a playlist called “brain go brrr” that has lyrical music such as ‘See You In The Future’ by Waterparks, ‘Terrible Lie’ by Nine Inch Nails and ‘Washing Machine Heart’ by Mitski, as well as soundtracks like ‘Thirteen O’Clock’ by Trevor Jones, ‘Healing Crystals’ by David Hewson and ‘Sailing Through the Tempest of Battle’ by Ur Pale,” said Sophia Cortes, arts and entertainment editor.
“Right now, I’ve been reconnecting with a lot of old music that I love, as well as discovering a lot of new stuff. Since I watched ‘The Batman,’ I made a playlist based off of the movie and I’ve been enjoying a lot of that stuff that I listened to a lot more when I was younger. That playlist ranges from The Cure to Nirvana, and it even has a little bit of The Pixies and Radiohead. At the same time, I’ve been listening to a lot of female artists like Mitski, Sidney Gish, Fiona Apple and Florence + The Machine. I’ve specifically had Florence + The Machine’s new release ‘King,’ on repeat for the last month or so,” said Sofia Gallus, editor-in-chief.
“It’s not a surprise to anyone that has read the waves of the week pieces that I have written or listened to my show on RadioX — shameless plug, DJ Noctua Sundays 6-9 p.m. only on RadioX — that I have some weird tastes in music. Surprisingly, the current song I’m listening to on repeat is actually in English instead of some random dead or dying language. Right now, if I’m listening to music I am probably just listening to ‘The Golden One’ from the second season of ‘The Witcher,’ which, much like all of Jaskier’s songs, is truly a masterpiece,” said Alexander Martinie, copy editor.
“Recently, what I have been listening to repeatedly is Chase Atlantic and a couple of his songs titled ‘Swim,’ ‘Friends,’ and ‘Into It.’ When I’m driving at night they add to the vibe or mood I want to be in. Where the music is upbeat and ties into lyrics that are catchy and have depth. Also, it helps me connect more to how I am feeling and guides me to my location faster,” said Brielle Aguayo, opinions editor.
“Recently, I have been listening to El Alfa as well as Morgan Wallen or really any country artist, repeatedly. When I listen to country music, I am typically in the shower belting the lyrics. In the car is when I listen to El Alfa, specifically ‘Mera Woo,’ because the base and the beat hits harder in the car for some reason. Growing up as a dancer has made me find the love for different genres of music,” said Hailey Wilcox, business manager.
“In the past couple of weeks I’ve been listening to a lot old-school. I don’t even know why, I’m not old school. Daddy Yankee, Farruko, Sean Paul; these are all artists who I’ve had on repeat. Early MC Doom and J Balvin are also going really hard for me right now. There’s just something about how the early 2000’s really abused the bass that I love. As long as you can hear it with all the car windows rolled up I’m good with it. More bass, more life,” Rei Perez, features editor.
“Lately I’ve been listening to the song ‘Good Morning, Gorgeous’ by Mary J Blige. It came on a random playlist from my Alexa and ever since then, it’s been on repeat in the mornings when I walk to class. It’s just a positive song about self-love and I’ve just been super drawn to it lately. Whenever I’m walking or after I finish a workout, I put it on and it always puts me in a better mood,” said Jamila Hughes, news editor.
“Lately, I’ve been hitting repeat on ‘Do Better’ by Gunna. I love a good melody and chorus and that song has it. ABoogie, Roddy and Lil Skies are my go-to’s for that mood. Otherwise, Juice WRLD, Travis Scott, Lil Uzi Vert, Youngboy, Lil Tjay and throwback Kodak Black have been in my playlist recently,” said Blake Malick, sports editor.
