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the last of us
-SPOILER WARNING- Last summer, I raved to anyone who looked my way about The Last of Us and The Last of Us 2, a video game saga. After playing them both, I was desperate to vent to someone other than my brother, who didn’t have any context to understand my comments. Now, all my frustrations—and…
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PØSTERCHILD caffeinated corner
Hailing from Anchorage, Alaska, DJ and producer PØSTERCHILD (Taylor Mapes) has spent the past few years crafting high-energy euphoric dance music. Drawing inspiration from house, trance, and techno from the 90s to early 2000s, PØSTERCHILD injects nostalgic rave sounds into contemporary pop music soundscapes. From DJing club nights, to throwing renegade parties in the remote…
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nothing in particular – afternoon bike ride
Canadian trio Afternoon Bike Ride could be described as a low-key supergroup; all three members established themselves as musicians in their respective genres prior to forming the band. Made up of Lia Kurihara (lia), David Tanton (tender spring) and Éloi Le Blanc-Ringuette (Thomas White), Afternoon Bike Ride deliver refined emotional storytelling through a lens of…
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march favorites
March has honestly been quite an exciting month in terms of music this year. For months on end, I struggled to stay up-to-date with new releases and invest my time in finding new artists to listen to. It was hard for me to find excitement in listening to new music when I found far more…
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love you later – are you gonna care when i die?
Love You Later, also known to some as Lexi Aviles, is soon to be your new favorite indie-pop artist. Originally from Orange County, California, she now calls Nashville, Tennessee her home. “Are You Gonna Care When I Die?” is the second single ahead of her upcoming EP, From The Window Seat, out May 5th. The…
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a guide to taylor swift’s openers
The time has finally come. Taylor Swift has finally kicked off her “Eras” Tour, her first since 2018. If you recall her last tour, the “1989” Tour, Swift managed to surprise her crowd nearly every show with a guest appearance. However, this tour comes with no surprises, as she announced that nine different artists were…
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dizzy spells – faerie (christine lam)
Faerie, otherwise known as Christine Lam, is a self-taught musician from the Big Apple (New York). Where many good things begin, Lam eased her way into the music scene by posting covers on YouTube. After a taste of success, she honed into her songwriting during college as a way to express the ups and downs…
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radiohead – nightly
Nightly (with enthusiasm)!! This Nashville-based alternative pop band consists of members Johnathan Capeci, Joey Beretta, and Nicholas Sainato. Popular songs like “the movies” and “Twenty Something” show vulnerability in love and in life and breaks down the complexities of relationships. In an interview, Capeci said one of his “favorite things to do is [drive] home…
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aries playlist
Aries season is now upon us. It’s time to be passionate about all the things you love and not be ashamed about it. As a fire sign, Aries are confident and domineering, but also possess relentless determination. Don’t be afraid to go after what you want, and most importantly–remember there is no such thing as…
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kaleah lee
In late January on a Monday night, I had the chance to speak with Vancouver native Kaleah Lee on a zoom call. Though soft spoken, Lee made it easy to talk to her – it was like making a new friend. Kaleah Lee is one of our chosen Emerging Artists and someone we feel deserves…
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the secret history – a playlist deep dive
“I suppose at one time in my life I might have had any number of stories, but now there is no other. This is the only story I’ll be able to tell.” Written by Donna Tartt, The Secret History swiftly became one of the best novels I have read to date. I’ll admit, it’s a…
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olive klug caffeinated corner
A magical upcoming album from Olive Klug will bring back childhood memories of playing in magical worlds and feeling carefree. Coming from Oregon, their aesthetic is almost camp counselor-like while simultaneously blending folk with rock. Olive is releasing tracks from their upcoming album, establishing themselves as a folk artist to watch. “Coming of Age” and…
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a guide to moon tang
Moon Tang, a Thai-Chinese singer-songwriter focuses on creating dreamy pop songs that radiate cute and cozy vibes. Over the past year, moon tang has exploded in popularity and continues to grow with the release of her new album. Initially, Moon sang cover songs, but then discovered that those songs couldn’t quell the emptiness. She decided…
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it’ll be (video game song) – lauren juzang
If you’re not familiar with singer/songwriter Lauren Juzang, now is the time to make yourself acquainted. Originally from Tarzana, California, Juzang is currently attending Syracuse University as a student in the Bandier Program for Recording and Entertainment Industries. Following up her 2022 single, “Yeehoo!,” Juzang is back with the release of a heartbreaking, yet way-too-relatable…
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love spells mixtape
A song that makes you feel nostalgic A song from your favorite artist of all time 2. Pirouette by Chiiild A sad song you listen to in every mood 3. Destruction by Vlad Holiday your favorite song from a soundtrack 4. Let My Baby Stay by Amandla Stenberg from the Everything, Everything soundtrack a song…
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