Whether it’s a live show or within the confines of a pair of headphones, Beach House demands awe from its audience. Beginning in November, Baltimore’s Beach House began the four-part release of its eighth studio and first self-produced record, “Once Twice Melody.” The final chapter, released on Feb. 18, completed the double album, reaffirming its...
When everyone had months to stare at their belongings and decide what to clear out, the internet saw a spike in Marie Kondo-type content. Minimalism emphasizes the shift in focus from quantity to quality. By curating a more intentional set of belongings, people are able to focus on personal relationships and other more important aspects...
Carole King’s 1971 release “Tapestry” just hit its fiftieth birthday. After its release, “Tapestry” cemented King as one of the most prominent singer-songwriters for decades to come. The record, co-written with James Taylor, has since been certified platinum 13 times, according to CNN. King won Grammy Awards for Album of the Year and Best Pop...
The Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show brought California to the field. In the first of its kind, the all-rap halftime show featured a packed lineup of hip-hop and R&B legends. With Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, Eminem, and Kendrick Lamar as its leaders, the show evoked history and meaning. Dr. Dre and...
Spotify just lost another musical giant. Last week, Joni Mitchell followed Neil Young in removing her discography from Spotify. The boycott of the platform is centered around artists’ discontent with “The Joe Rogan Experience.” The podcast began in 2009 and has since grown to be Spotify’s most famous podcast. “The Joe Rogan Experience” amasses nearly...