Drink of the week: Beer Buster
October 9, 2012
For those looking to compliment their palate with the 2012 D2 Chili Challenge, look no further.
Content by Jacob Wilbanks
Australian rock group delivers on second album
October 8, 2012
Tame Impala is a psychedelic rock group, though most of the music is written and recorded alone by frontman Kevin Parker.
Music review: 'The 2nd Law' fails to please listeners
October 1, 2012
English rockers Muse released their sixth studio album, “The 2nd Law,” today. Lead singer and guitarist Matthew Bellamy jokingly stated the group’s new album would be a “Christian gangsta-rap jazz odyssey, with some ambient rebellious dubstep and face-melting metal flamenco cowboy psychedelia.”
Lupe Fiasco dumbs down message to reach wider audience
September 24, 2012
Lupe Fiasco’s last album “Lasers” supposedly suffered from creative differences with Atlantic Records. Fiasco recently announced he will retire after his current record contract with his label expires, which raises anticipation for his upcoming albums.
Grizzly Bear showcases quality, upbeat sound
September 17, 2012
Grizzly Bear won universal acclaim with 2009’s “Veckatimest” and, as a result, had a bit of a breakthrough into the mainstream arena with the hit song “Two Weeks.” “Veckatimest” showed off the inimitable sound of the group’s superbly crafted arrangements and vocal harmonies.
September 12, 2012
Post graduation life is a scary prospect for undergraduates and graduate students alike. There is endless puzzlement about what life will entail and the more stressful task of actually having to find employment.
'Crossing Borders' aims to educate students about other cultures
September 11, 2012
A free screening of the documentary film “Crossing Borders,” followed by a Q & A with Guru Ghosh, will take place at 7 p.m. in Squires Colonial Hall.
Music Review: After several idle years, The xx returns with hit album
September 10, 2012
The xx is an exemplary band that excels in doing less.
Two Door Cinema Club repeats sound in 'Beacon'
September 3, 2012
Two Door Cinema Club blew up on the indie pop scene in 2010 with the release of its debut album, “Tourist History.” That album shot the Northern Ireland group to stardom do to its incredibly catchy hooks and slick production.
Bloc Party's 'Four returns to roots, pleases fans
August 27, 2012
Bloc Party is a prime example of a band that created a dashing debut album, rose rapidly to fame, and then had trouble matching expectations on its next two albums.