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Alec Reviews Music: Cold War Kids are at their best with ‘LA DIVINE’

Alec Erickson April 20, 2017

When you think of Long Beach, California, chances are you are not thinking of rock music. At least not at first. Instead, you get all the classic clichés of the beach and California life, all of which...

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Joey Bada$$ proves himself to be more than a revivalists with latest album

James Wyatt April 20, 2017

Brooklyn’s very own Joey Bada$$ along with his Pro Era crew have been an immense force in the boom-bap revival of New York City. Along with other young acts like Flatbush Zombies and the Underachievers,...

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Alec Reviews Music: The Flatliners switch things up with ‘Inviting Light’

Alec Erickson April 19, 2017

Loud, in your face and edgy are all terms usually associated with The Flatliners, at least early on in their career. Now after spanning 15 years they are starting to mature a bit more with their sound...

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The Maine’s new album “Little Lovely Lonely” successfully mixes genres

Adelayde Dahlin April 19, 2017

The Maine’s new album “Little Lovely Lonely” is out now and their fans are rejoicing. Every year, this Arizona rock band seems to get more and more recognition from fans and the industry. They consistently...

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Best albums to listen to on 4/20

James Wyatt April 18, 2017

Does weed make music better or does music weed better? It is the modern chicken-or-the-egg question, but most people will probably agree that any good 4/20 needs good music. For those planning on hanging...

Pentatonix return to their roots with ‘Vol. 4 – Classics’

Nate Day April 18, 2017

Since their career began on an a cappella competition show called "The Sing-Off," fans have been head-over-heels for their ability to renew and modernize a bonafide classic, often making the originals...

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Alec Reviews Music: Father John Misty pens ode to everything wrong in life with ‘Pure Comedy’

Alec Erickson April 18, 2017

If you took the satirical great American novel and turned it in to a record, would it be a tragedy? Possibly you come up with your own, still following the narrative structure and looking at life as some...

Mishawaka Amphitheater announces 2017 summer lineup and it is amazing

Nate Day April 17, 2017

Northern Colorado is becoming more and more famous for its music scene. With smaller theaters peppered throughout the area, students have the opportunity to see some of their favorite artists in a more...

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Alec Reviews Music: The New Pornographers’ ‘Whiteout Conditions’ is an infectious ride

Alec Erickson April 17, 2017

With two decades and six studio records under their belts, you might think these indie-rockers would consider slowing down. This is not the case for The New Pornographers. They are always in some process...

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Alec Reviews Music: Kendrick Lamar continues to dominate with ‘DAMN.’

Alec Erickson April 17, 2017

When “To Pimp A Butterfly” came out two years ago, it changed the game. Listeners got a chance to hear Kendrick Lamar battle with his demons and take on a world that he was lost in. Over the past two...

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Harry Styles hints at world doom in solo hit ‘Sign of the Times’

Zara DeGroot April 13, 2017
Already being compared to Bowie and Queen, Harry Styles begins his ever-anticipated solo career with new single.
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Lincoln Center announces Grammy winning artist Melissa Etheridge’s summer concert

Alec Erickson April 13, 2017

This summer, Fort Collins will have a chance to check out a Grammy-winning artist. The Lincoln Center just announced that Melissa Etheridge will be preforming on July 25. Her self-titled 1998 debut...

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