Category: alternative
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caffeinated corner: donna missal
When I met Donna Missal, the first thing that came to mind was, “Oh wow, I think we’re the same height,” right before she brought me in for a big hug. Hearing Missal perform her voice makes itself known to all who can listen to it; it is loud and bold. I couldn’t help but…
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martina’s march faves
As the year progresses at a somewhat alarming speed, I find moments of clarity on (almost) every New Music Friday. Clarity in the excitement that a new release brings me before even pressing play, clarity in the different emotions that a three-minute song can make me feel, and clarity in the constant reminder that I…
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hometown music series – delaware
The first state houses a population of just over one million people, less than most major cities. For clarification purposes, it’s worth noting that the ratio of chickens to humans in Delaware is 200:1. As far as venues go, there are boardwalk bandstands that book cover bands and some local artists every summer; the Freeman Arts…
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Hometown Music Series – Spartanburg, SC
Calling Spartanburg, South Carolina my hometown would be a little bit of a stretch. However, since moving here for college at the end of 2016, I’ve come to love this city as if it were my hometown. In the six years that I have lived here, I have had the pleasure of interacting with so…
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ghost — Sierra Spirit
As artists start to release their first projects in 2024, indie artist Sierra Spirit is breaking into the music sphere with her first ever single “ghost”. Sierra Spirit draws from both her cultural background as a Native American as well as her lived experience, focusing on themes including love and loss in her music.
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The Melancholy of Celebration: A Review of Mae Marie’s “Birthday Candle Wishes”
In listening, you either find solace in shared sentiments or understanding – recalling those around you who’ve always alluded to experiencing similar complexities, yet you never quite grasped. You hear it in first-person, experiencing the depth and nuance of the emotions she delicately unfolds and find a new understanding in what celebration truly entails.
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Bored of your music? We got you covered
Do you ever open your go-to music streaming app and feel lost in your own music library? I don’t know about you, but as much as I love listening to music and making playlists, I often find myself feeling burnt out by the sheer amount of musical content available to me. I end up feeling…
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julia’s january faves
New releases for January is always a fun scavenger hunt. You get the chance to discover what era artists are coming into, setting the tone for future releases. To see the progress and arcs over their career is something I personally enjoy navigating. I think it also aligns with the new year and wanting to…
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avoid the news — Hana Eid
Whether you are currently going through a friend breakup or know the feeling of having gone through one, indie rock singer-songwriter Hana Eid knows the feeling all too well and discusses it in her newest single “Avoid the News”.
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Hometown Music Series — Northern California
Northern California, especially the Bay Area, is home to an incredibly diverse and vibrant music scene. A number of notable artists including Green Day, E-40, and Steve Miller Band all have roots in the Bay Area. From house shows to stadium concerts, to live music in the park across every genre imaginable, the Bay and…
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Cold Days and Warm Nostalgia: Exploring PACKS’ Latest Album, “Melt the Honey”
“While simple in its expression, the lyrics set the tone for what the album truly is, and that’s a deep exploration of [Link]’s ongoing struggle with feelings of love, loneliness, heartbreak, and seasonal melancholy that keep her awake at night.”
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Faye Webster and Lil Yachty Join Forces for the Playful “Lego Ring”
Faye Webster and Lil Yachty are ringing in 2024 with their collaborative single, “Lego Ring.” The ethereal charm of Webster’s soft voice blends seamlessly with Lil Yachty’s distorted sound, creating an exciting, psychedelic-rock atmosphere. The interplay of their vocals take centerstage in this song, overshadowing the straightforward and repetitive instrumentation but enhancing the slowed down,…
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2024 Music Bingo Card
While everyone has been reminiscing about concerts past and favorite drops of 2023, I am fully past that point and onto complete delusions about what is to come in 2024. I’ve created an entire bingo card dedicated to my wishful thinking (see attached), but I’ll hit the highlights for you here. New NIKI album Since…
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capricorn playlist
Hello, hello! Happy holidays, and welcome to Capricorn season! I hope everyone is having fun and spreading the holiday cheer, because we are now transitioning into the determined and ambitious spirit of the Capricorn. During this time, the disciplined nature of Capricorn takes center stage, encouraging us to set meaningful goals, embrace responsibility, and cultivate…
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portraits of tracy – drive home
A review of Portraits Of Tracy’s new album Drive Home by Julia Falcone on Daybreak Music.
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