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FKA twigs delivers pinnacle of human experience with ‘EUSEXUA’

Will Engle, Copy Chief February 17, 2025

Eusexua is a practice; eusexua is a state of being; eusexua is the pinnacle of human experience. Over four months before the Jan. 24 release of her third studio album “EUSEXUA,” British singer FKA...

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The Lincoln Center revives music of legendary jazz artists

Annamarie Burford, Reporter February 16, 2025

Pieces from Chick Corea, Duke Ellington, Richard Rodgers and George Gershwin were introduced to the stage and revived by the musicians of today at The Lincoln Center during a night to commemorate the music...

Notes of love: The perfect song for every mood this Valentine’s Day

Notes of love: The perfect song for every mood this Valentine’s Day

Hannah Parcells, Managing Editor February 13, 2025

Love and music have a long history together and — more often than not — the two go hand in hand. There is no shortage of famous quotes about music and love, but perhaps Hans Christian Andersen put...

Mac Miller estate releases posthumous album titled 'Balloonerism'

Mac Miller estate releases posthumous album titled ‘Balloonerism’

Janaya Stafford, Staff Reporter February 10, 2025

"Balloonerism," a posthumous album by Mac Miller, shines a light on his passion for music while exploring themes of mental health. Miller was an American rapper who died Sept. 7, 2018, due to an accidental...

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CSU musician develops sounds of straight-ahead jazz

Ruby Secrest, Arts and Entertainment Editor December 4, 2024

Colorado State University is a multifaceted campus. With highly acclaimed STEM, veterinary medicine and agricultural programs, oftentimes, programs such as music and art can be overshadowed. But the department...

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CSU professor creates new class combining language, Taylor Swift

Maria Kantak, Staff Reporter November 18, 2024

Alyssia Miller De Rutté debuted her class Spanish for Swiftie Purposes at CSU this summer. The course focuses on teaching Spanish through the use of all things Taylor Swift. Originally from Pennsylvania,...

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Surfside 7: Fort Collins’ vibrant hub where live music thrives

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter November 12, 2024

Nestled in the heart of Fort Collins, Surfside 7 has become a beloved institution for local music lovers and touring acts alike. Known for its laid-back vibe, eclectic lineup and intimate setting, the...

Members of the Colorado State University Marching Band play trumpet during the CSU Fight Song Oct. 30th. The band performed at the opening of the football game against Boise State University in Canvas Stadium. (Connor McHugh | The Collegian)

CSU Marching Band: Exploring history of CSU’s largest student organization

Janaya Stafford, Staff Reporter October 25, 2024

The Colorado State University Marching Band is comprised of around 250 members with students from every college working toward various degrees. This diverse group of musicians is a staple in CSU sports...

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Battle of the Bands showcases talent, unity

Riley Paling, Staff Reporter September 24, 2024

Colorado State University's campus came alive Sept. 19 as student bands took the stage for the highly anticipated annual Battle of the Bands competition. The event, held on the Lory Student Center West...

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History of indie rock is vast, important to new music

Christian Arndt, Life and Culture Editor September 19, 2024

Indie music is often associated with reverbed guitar riffs and soft-sounding vocals, but the vastness of indie music has much more depth than one might think. Originating in the '70s, indie music became...

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Neal Francis transforms Aggie Theatre into new decade of live music

Ruby Secrest, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 18, 2024

Neal Francis performed at the Aggie Theatre Sept. 11, filling a simple Wednesday night with the blissfulness of psychedelic funk music and transforming not just the venue but the audience as well.  Francis...

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Secrest: Forget sports — FoCo music scene wins every time

Ruby Secrest, Arts and Entertainment Editor September 11, 2024

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. When discussing Boulder and...

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