The Grammy nominations of 2021 have been officially announced, recognizing the talents of the music industry this past year. As the 63rd annual awards show is approaching, the media has been expressing its criticism and praise for the chosen nominees. Leading the Grammys, Beyoncé holds nine nominations recognizing her record, …
Read More »Taylor Swift’s Folklore: a Journey of Vulnerability
Through a familiar, emotional road of gentle melodies – tastefully blended with tender lyrics – Taylor Swift resurrects her 2010 musical style with Folklore. The album dropped late July, selling over 1.3 million copies in 24 hours according to The Hollywood Reporter. Swift masters the concept of tranquility throughout Folklore, …
Read More »The SUN Staff’s Picks: Quarantine Music Recs
Sarah: Volume II by The Ink Spots (Honest, Flirty, Blue), This Love by Bobby Oroza (Vulnerable, Consistent, @ Peace), Honorable Mention: Portrait of a Time by Peter Cat Recording Co. (a single, not an album). Sofia: Ultraviolence by Lana Del Rey (healing, romantic, harmonious), Rumors by Fleetwood Mac (nostalgia, peace, …
Read More »Lana Del Rey Returns with a Soulful Album for Autumn
Grammy-nominated, queen of sad-girl music, Lana Del Rey released her album Norman F****** Rockwell! on August 30th. The singer last dropped an album in 2017, leaving fans anxious for her next release. With only three weeks of the album being dropped, fans have been very receptive and praised the album …
Read More »Brad is gaga for Gaga
The Oscar-nominated film A Star is Born, features the raw and passionate love story of Ally, played by world-renowned artist Lady Gaga, and Jackson Maine played by Bradley Cooper. Their on-screen love story felt real, and to some fans, it might even exist off the silver screen. With both actors …
Read More »Bohemian Inaccuracy
The announcement of Fox’s production on the well-loved and iconic British band, Queen, had an extremely positive reaction. Movie Bohemian Rhapsody gives a closer look into the beloved band’s life and their success. “If you are a music lover, especially a Queen fan, you will love everything about this movie …
Read More »Burn the stage
I’m not going to preface this article with a “Why the world should respect K-Pop” rant or anything, because, as goes for all music industries, this one has its ups and downs. A machine-like production process often describes the formation of an idol group and the creation of their music. …
Read More »Never “second rate”
While Mt. Carmel has a deservingly awarded band, the orchestra has composed seven concerts throughout the year, performing in two competition festivals, and finishing off with their Pops Concert. They also got “unanimous superior” during The Poway festival of the arts. On top of that they have to perfect five …
Read More »Rich Brian’s Amen
Brian Imanuel, known by his musical pseudonym, “Rich Brian,” came onto the rap scene in 2016 with his debut single “Dat $tick.” The song was an instant hit, taking the number four spot on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. The music video went viral for its eccentric style and the praise …
Read More »Vista Kicks live at the House of Blues
Young adults wearing flannels and ankle boots casually walked into the House of Blues on Dec. 13. The crowd stood still, anxiously waiting for the band Vista Kicks to perform their latest music from their 2017 album Booty Shakers Ball. Nodding their heads and swaying along to the opening acts, …
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