The Neighbourhood introduces a new era and album with EP “Pretty Boy”
Amrita Himmatraopet, Arts and Entertainment Editor
September 13, 2020
The Neighbourhood pre-releases four new songs from their much-anticipated album, “Chip Chrome & The Mono-Tones” that is set to release on Sept. 25, 2020 on their new EP “Pretty Boy,” which released on Aug. 28, 2020. Best known for “Daddy Issues” and “Sweater Weather,” the alternative...
After a 14-year hiatus, The Chicks release emotional and lyrical wonder: “Gaslighter”
Aria Khalique, Multimedia Editor
August 17, 2020
On Jul. 17, 2020 The Chicks released their new record “Gaslighter”. Though some tracks feel lackluster, the album highlights emotional subject matter based on personal events and displays incredible vocals, making it a strong debut after the trio’s 14-year hiatus. The Chicks, consisting of lead singer Natali...
Freddie Gibbs provides the perfect balance between traditional yet synth inspired rap on new album “Alfredo”
Riya Mehta, Multimedia Editor
August 17, 2020
On May 29, 2020, American Rapper Freddie Gibbs released his second collaborative album with American Musician The Alchemist. Titled “Alfredo”, the album successfully steps back into traditional rap while allowing the features to shine, ultimately creating an engaging yet nostalgic album. ...
“My Future” Brings Out a More Hopeful Side of Billie Eilish
August 17, 2020
2020 started off relatively well for Billie Eilish; she took home four Grammys and booked her first sold-out arena tour. However, due to the pandemic, Eilish’s tour was cancelled and fans were devastated. But on July 24st, Eilish surprised fans with a teaser for a new single on her social media. The...
Logic revives his magic in his final album and bids adieu to his fans
Ananda Mayuri Chakkenchath, Journey Manager
August 17, 2020
It has become common for many rappers to retire as they reach their late 20s and/or early 30s. Hip Hop star Logic announced his retirement with the release of his final studio album, No Pressure on Jul. 24, 2020. The finale goes back to his roots: with colorful, genuine lyricism and adept production fro...
Pink Sweat$ serenades listeners on “The Prelude”
Amrita Himmatraopet, Arts and Entertainment Editor
August 17, 2020
David Bowden, known professionally as Pink Sweat$, serenades his listeners on his third EP “The Prelude,” which was released July 17. Containing six songs that range in tempo and feel, “The Prelude” combines R&B, pop and soul elements to create an EP of emotion, love and sorrow. N...
The ‘folklore era’ shows a reimagined Swift
Daniela Wise, Social Media Editor
August 17, 2020
Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift made headlines on Jul. 23, announcing on her social media platforms the release of her 8th studio album “Folklore” at midnight. "Folklore" is a masterpiece made from scratch in the times of quarantine, blending dreams with reality. The album embraces and envelopes ev...
Fiona Apple reflects on her past in intense and emotional new album “Fetch the Bolt Cutters”
Riya Mehta, Multimedia Editor
May 28, 2020
On Friday, April 17, singer song-writer and pianist Fiona Apple released her emotional and intense fifth studio album “Fetch the Bolt Cutters” after eight years. The album begins with a funky and disorienting beat that swiftly proceeds into a progression of beautiful piano chords in “I Want You...
Netflix original “Never Have I Ever” breaks the boundaries of minority representation in American television
Elaine Park, Claire Zhang, Oce Bohra, and Teju Anand
May 28, 2020
As cliche as the storyline was, “Never Have I Ever” shows a promising change in how minorities are portrayed in American television. Co-created by Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher, “Never Have I Ever” focuses on a new coming-of-age story of a fifteen-year-old, self-centered Indian American girl, Devi Vish...
Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem, Madness
Amruta Baradwaj, News Editor
May 28, 2020
The American True Crime documentary series titled “Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem, Madness” officially released on the streaming platform Netflix on Mar. 20. The seven episode show follows the outlandish lifestyle of tiger-breeder Joseph Maldonado-Passage, otherwise known as Joe Exotic. Exotic is the...
One Direction’s legacy continues strong after a decade of music
Mahika Arya and Drishti Upadhyaya
May 28, 2020
Ten years ago, a modern musical miracle happened. Its occurrence came as a surprise, but in no way was it a regret. It revolutionized lives, touched millions, broke unbreakable records. What was it, you may ask? Oh, just a little band called One Direction. Now, a decade later, the band, more commonly...
BTS brings “ON” new genres in “MAP OF THE SOUL: 7”
Helen Kang, Arts and Entertainment Editor
April 30, 2020
On Feb. 21, BTS released their fourth studio album, “MAP OF THE SOUL: 7,” their second chapter of the “MAP OF THE SOUL” series. The series itself references Jungian philosophy, a branch of personality psychology founded by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Gustav Jung. He proposed the concept of arc...
