Photo courtesy of micadew, Wikipedia. On March 20, Weezer released their new EP, “SZNZ: Spring.” This EP is the first in a series of four EPs set to be released by the band throughout the year with each release meant to correspond to a different season. While the concept for this […]
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Automobile orchestra’s return is a unique and memorable ride
Photo courtesy of Tori Waschek. On March 21, Ramapo professor John Peffer organized a Fluxus-style performance. There were about 20 participants from the college community that showed. Those in attendance had cars, some with more than one person, and joined in to be a part of the artwork. This used to […]
Surprise album “Crest” is a gorgeous hidden gem
Photos courtesy of ParadigmTalentAgency and Daniel-Sannwald, BLIP. Bladee and Ecco2k shocked fans on Friday when they released their joint album “Crest” with no prior announcement. The album marks the latest in a long line of collaboration between the two Swedish artists, both part of the musical collective Drain Gang. The whole album […]
Charli XCX sticks to a stellar but familiar music formula
Photo courtesy of Man Alive!, Flickr. A lot of people, including myself, remember the quarantine periods of this pandemic in a blur: days seeping from one into another, no differences between moments, everything being the same. Details are what made it bearable. Small discoveries like an affinity for baking, online gaming […]
Raveena Aurora shoots for the stars with sensational new album
Photo courtesy of Warner Records. R&B singer-songwriter Raveena Aurora released her new album “Asha’s Awakening” on Feb. 11. Already known as an icon for writing her own songs, directing her own music videos and owning her own record label, Moonstone Recordings, Raveena continues to build her brand on the theme of […]
New Spotify Wrapped reveals what music and podcasts are adored worldwide
Photo courtesy of Julien Sabardu, Flickr. It’s the holiday season, and certainly the most wonderful time of the year. With the chilly weather, rush of finals and last-minute gift shopping, there is no better time to listen to the tunes that got you through this unusual year. For many, their go-to […]
WRPR is an essential means of student expression on public broadcast
Photo courtesy of Emily Melvin. The next time you feel like listening to music, rather than putting on yet another premade playlist, consider tuning in to WRPR, Ramapo College’s student-organized and operated radio station, where you can listen to a variety of music and talk shows at any time on […]
Mitski returns to music with new cut-throat single
Photo courtesy of David Lee, flickr. Japanese-American singer-songwriter Mitski abruptly broke her three-year hiatus with the single and music video for “Working for the Knife” on Oct. 5. The night before the drop she reactivated all social media accounts, returning to the music scene in full force. The 31-year-old musician graduated […]
Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett make last hurrah count
Photo courtesy of Studio Sarah Lou, Flickr. Seven years after their debut album “Cheek to Cheek,” Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett have put out their final work together. “Love for Sale” is a collection of Cole Porter songs which the duo recorded over the last two years. Featuring classics such as […]
New Poppy album is equally fresh and intense
Photo courtesy fo Justin Higuchi, Flickr Goodbye, synthy bubblegum pop. Hello, eardrum-bursting guitar-screeching grunge. The genre-hopping Poppy is taking us on a tour of yet another version of herself in 2021’s “Flux.” “Flux” is the fourth studio album to be released by Poppy. The eclectic, seemingly shape-shifting musician got her […]