Everyone needs something to hype them up before a workout, a test or just getting themselves out of bed every once in a while. Pump yourself up and feel like you own the place with this playlist. “No Roots” by Alice Merton “Way Down We Go” by Kaleo “Feel It Still” by Portugal. The Man […]
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Portraits in music: A night filled with music
On Nov. 30, NSU’s Performing and Visual Arts department is hosting their biggest musical event of the year: Portraits in Music, featuring NSU’s Mako Band and Pistris Ensemble in a 10 anniversary celebration of the department. This night of music will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Don Taft University Center’s Performance Theatre. There will […]
Songs to listen to with a cup of tea
Whether you’re spending this winter curled up next to a fire while snow falls outside or you’re flattening yourself against an air conditioner, it’s the perfect time to get into some new jams. Put this playlist on your queue for a chill and cozy winter afternoon. “White Winter Hymnal” by Fleet Foxes “Landslide” by Fleetwood […]
Soundbite: “First Words” EP by Tongue Tied
2018 has been an interesting year in music. From the explosive pop scene, with artists ripping each other apart for the top spot on the charts, to great artists falling into the hands of gun violence, substance abuse and unsuccessful album releases. As listeners, we hold onto the edge of our seats waiting to see […]
SOUNDBITE: FICKLE FRIENDS FOR YOUR FICKLE FRIENDS
There’s something about music that makes people feel something. Despite everyone’s different taste in music, there’s a certain genre for everyone that makes people tap their toes or dance around their room. Often times even our friends prefer their favorite artists over our own. If your group of fickle friends never give you the auxiliary […]
Raw talent in OneRepublic’s “Native”
OneRepublic’s latest album “Native” proves these artists should be anything but tamed.
Music Review: Matchbox TwentyNorth
Matchbox Twenty has released a vibrant album after a 10-year hiatus. The band, which formed in the 90’s in Orlando, FL., continues rocking after 17 years — and with five Grammy-nominations under their belt.
Five most exciting new bands/artists
Music has the power to create an atmosphere in a room, and stir up emotions in an individual. It can be used as an outlet for an artist to share a particular emotion, and have others understand it just by listening to the melodies. However, many great artists are not able to share their talent to a broad audience because main stream music tends to drown them out. In spite of this, I found five exciting new artists/ bands that should be recognized.
Listen while you work: Top 10 songs for your study session playlist
Some students can study only when surrounded by quiet peace and tranquility, while others can learn just as well during a heavy metal concert, the circus, a wild party or a suspenseful movie. For those who can study anywhere there’s background noise, here are the top 10 songs to help you concentrate.
Don’t make uniformed judgements about up and coming musicians
Justin Bieber may have a new antithesis in the form of Rebecca Black, a YouTube sensation whose amateur single, “Friday,” has received more than 90 million views within the last two months. But viewers are not raving about Black’s extraordinary talent, as in the case of Bieber, who also started his career at a young age on YouTube. Rather, viewers are ranting about Black’s incredible lack of talent. Already, her video has received close to 2 million dislikes and a mere 230,000 likes. That’s a disproportionate amount of hate directed at a 13-year-old amateur musician.