Coog Radio Updates
Hypnotizing Houston with their Gothic Charm by Illuminating the City’s Darkwave Scene On October 30th, 2025, the crowd at Warehouse Live was captivated by French Police’s sound as they started the show with the song “ESLABON” from their 2025 EP ESPERA. The set list featured a total of twenty-one songs, including hits like “Club De […]
It’s starting to finally feel like fall here in Houston now that this recent cold front has given us a break from the constant heat and humidity. Fall is my favorite season, so naturally, I have an extensive, carefully curated 14-hour-long playlist dedicated to it. I think music is one of the best ways to […]
Thursday night, October 16th, the University of Houston’s Cullen Performance Hall hosted Detroit rapper, Babyface Ray, for this year’s homecoming concert. The announcement, which was made the day before, sparked controversy among the student body. Photo by @uhspb via Instagram “Who is this [crying emoji]?” one Instagram user commented. “Why can’t we get someone from […]
Before Doja Cat released her fifth studio album, Vie, I wasn’t exactly sure what I wanted to hear from her. From the snippets and promotion to the the first single “Jealous Type,” I was anticipating something different. The opinion I had been building was heavily based on my love for her previous albums Planet Her […]
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This weekend I experienced a midterm essay so mentally exhaustive, so catastrophically GPA threatening, I deemed myself a fit subject for any and every kind of experimentation. Nonetheless, I caught the silver lining surrounding my grave circumstance and noted the musical tides that guided me through my academic journey. Trying to create the perfect musical […]
Rauw Alejandro didn’t just perform at the Toyota Center-he transported fans through time. With his latest tour stop in Houston, Rauw delivered an immersive, theatrical experience that was part concert, part Broadway play, and all heart. From the moment fans stepped into the arena, the vibe was set. Concertgoers came dressed to impress, honoring the […]
On May 2nd, Malcolm Todd and DJ opener Sophie Gray brought positivity to the House of Blues as they hit the second stop of the “Wholesome Rockstar” tour. As the Houston sky drizzled with rain, it was around 8 pm when DJ Sophie Gray took center stage. With two banners between her saying “I <3 […]
BTS is much more than what you may think they are. While I’ll only be highlighting five songs, their discography consists of a multitude of genres. From hip-hop, Latin pop, EDM, ballads, to moombahton, and so much more, BTS’s catalogue is not only extremely diverse, but well executed. As June gets closer, the birds have […]
The cultural curator, who in the past decade has been given the biggest awards in music and literature for the conversations around the modern African-American reality. Kendrick Lamar is a driving voice in accepting the pressure oppression births in beauty, art, language, tradition, and expression of culture. The Debut Beginning with Section.80, his first album, […]
Struggles in the Middle East are often reduced to fleeting headlines and impersonal statistics, stripping away the individuality of those affected. This oversimplification erases the rich, diverse experiences of people across different countries, as if they are part of a singular, monolithic crisis rather than a tapestry of unique struggles, histories, and identities. In this […]
After a few years of trap beats, indie melancholy and minimalism ruling the charts, pop music is making a bold, glittery comeback, and we’re living for it. Artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Ariana Grande, Olivia Rodrigo and Taylor Swift are proving that pop isn’t just alive—it’s thriving and they’re each doing it in their own unique way.
Music has been a part of human culture for as long as we can remember, and it holds a unique power to connect people across boundaries, cultures, and generations. Whether it’s a favorite song on the radio, a tune that plays during a quiet moment, or the background noise of a bustling crowd, music is […]
On Monday, March 24th 2025, Los Angeles Rapper, Dom Kennedy, brought his LA buddies, Brodie Fresh, Casey Veggies, DJ Goofy, and Allyn with him to perform at House of Blues Houston. The doors opened at 7pm and fans waited as they were prepared to have a good night. Before Dom took the stage, LA rapper […]
Inhaler fans were in for a massive treat this St. Patrick’s Day. The boys returned to Houston for the second time, playing a show at the House of Blues this time. Fans lined up early and were decked out in green, wearing hats and necklaces all to go with the St. Patrick’s theme. The openers […]
Singer, songwriter, and dancer Tate McRae released her highly anticipated third studio album So Close to What on February 21st, 2025. Getting her start on the reality TV show Dance Moms, this addition to her discography has shown that McRae has come a long way since, with So Close to What being her first album […]
Since their debut, Tomorrow X Together (TXT) has blended storytelling with raw, compelling sounds. With the release of their studio album, The Chaos Chapter: FREEZE, the five-member group carried listeners on an emotional journey through their thought-provoking lyricism, genre transition, and high production. To illustrate the deep struggles of the youth, TXT has painted a […]
The entertainment industry has undoubtedly entered a golden age of women in music. Female producers, writers, and performers are no longer just seen—they are forcing themselves to be heard. By clean-sweeping award shows, challenging industry norms, and using their music to push boundaries with bold, controversial themes and visuals, this era has given women more […]
SXSW 2025 wrapped up its final day with a lineup that delivered nonstop energy and unforgettable moments. From AJ McQueen’s soul to Samara Cyn and Anycia’s ferocity, the Future of Music showcase set the stage for a thrilling close. Headliner Rema brought the house down with his bass-heavy Afrowave sound, while Houston legends closed out […]
Day Four of SXSW started off with demos of upcoming artists and street performances and ended with The Queen of New Orleans Bounce, Big Freedia, who took us to church with her new gospel project live at Stubb’s. Indie-Rock Demo Listening Party Photo by Rhayla Candler for Coog Radio. The Indie-Rock Demo Listening Session took […]
