Tag: album review
Feb. 13, 2015
Drexel students involved in local funk band Darla
If you go to Drexel University, you know about our great music industry program. If you have been to some of the local house shows,…

Feb. 28, 2014
St. Vincent creates bold sound with latest album
After streaming her new album for free the week prior to its release, Annie Clark, or St. Vincent, debuted her fifth studio album Feb. 25.…
Nov. 1, 2013
Arcade Fire’s ‘Reflektor’ achieves distinct sound
Two years ago, people were saying, “Who the f— is Arcade Fire?” after the Canadian band’s album “The Suburbs” won the Grammy for Album of…
Apr. 19, 2013
Kid Cudi returns from solo hiatus with very adventurous ‘Indicud’
It’s been two and a half years since Kid Cudi released a solo album. During that time, he released an experimental album with producer Dot…
Oct. 26, 2012
Kendrick Lamar hits home with ‘good kid, m.A.A.d city’
The word “classic” in hip-hop is one that cannot be used lightly. “Classic” albums withstand the test of time and are still highly regarded 10,…
Oct. 5, 2012
Miguel pushes R&B boundaries with ‘Kaleidoscope Dream’
To say Miguel’s R&B career got off to a shaky start would be an understatement. After producing a top-10 single with the album’s title track,…
Sep. 28, 2012
No Doubt refreshes sound with youthful rock on ‘Push and Shove’
When you’re one of the biggest bands from the ’90s, the golden age of alternative music, and you’re staging a comeback in 2012, it’s helpful…
Sep. 28, 2012
Rockie Fresh revs up for ‘Electric Highway’
As an up-and-coming rapper, imagine this nine-month stretch: Release a highly regarded mixtape; get signed to Rick Ross’ label, Maybach Music Group; perform in front…
Sep. 28, 2012
Green Day tames sound on ‘Uno!’
To promote an upcoming album, some bands do press junkets, make television appearances and star in Target commercials. But that’s not very rock ’n’ roll…
Apr. 20, 2012
Neon Trees’ sophomore album has plenty of funk
The music industry just got a lot funkier and wavier with the sophomore album “Picture Show” by Neon Trees, released April 17. The band gave…