university of houston
Page: 7
Music operates in the space between personal and public. What did you listen to with your loved ones this year? What did you listen to when you were alone? Every year, one short collection of graphics tells you the story of your year through the music you streamed – Spotify Wrapped. It delivers us a […]
Måneskin is currently on their Loud Kids Get Louder Tour, kicking off in U.S. The band sold out their Houston show at 713 Music Hall–their first time playing here. On Monday, the Italian glam rock band won Texas over with their flashy outfits, elaborate guitar solos, and–to the audience’s surprise–scooters. About 40 minutes before playing, […]
Holiday decorations line the stores, grades are almost finalized, and graduates line up to take photos in front of the Cullen building. The semester draws to a bittersweet close. So, what better way to celebrate the end of a semester than with a mini playlist? Here are a few songs that helped me through the […]
The year is officially wrapping up! As we enter the last month, let’s take a look at some of the highlights of the K-pop scene this year. First off, 2022 proved to be the year of the girl group! Girl groups continued to dominate Korea’s domestic streaming charts, and global stars Blackpink had a long […]
The new release of Wakanda Forever has received major success in the box office because of the impact it left on communities that have been misrepresenting on the big screen. Having watched it a few days after its release, I was profoundly impacted by the soundtrack. I enjoyed and appreciated the way they included multiple […]
A music-filled Saturday night began at Bohemeo’s with a showcase of a wide range of local bands with a variety of genres and unique elements, musical and performance-wise. The energy within the venue is one I would uniquely associate with local bands as there is a more intimate setting with the bands performing compared to […]
Throughout the night, MAX demonstrated his relentless charisma and boundless energy which surrounded the entire venue. On Thursday, November 10th, MAX performed at House of Blues for his North America Tour. A full crowd was waiting in anticipation for what was to come. Performing as MAX’s opener was Sara Kays, which with the full and […]
Both upbeat alternative/punk bands, Surf Curse and Toner, rocked out at Warehouse Live. The whole show was up-tempo and the crowd had a blast jumping up and down to the songs. People were drenched in sweat by the end of the night from being inside the mosh pit. Overall, the show was a success. The […]
The show was a blast, the night was full of three different sets. First, the night was kicked off by Gustaf, a band from New York. Then followed by futuristic alternative band, Inner Wave, from California. The night ended with the well-deserved headliner, Foals, from the United Kingdom. Foals were hosting their LIFE IS YOURS […]
Momma – Household Name Album Review Momma made an expressive and heavy-toned album that swept the indie rock nation. The band members wanted to make a powerful punch into the rock scene, and they achieved just that with their newly released album, Household Name. Household Name was produced by Momma, an indie rock/alternative band from […]
This October was a big month for new music releases. Carly Rae Jepsen’s The Loneliest Time is one of the most notable albums. Jepsen’s sixth studio album is not only one of Jepsen’s best, but the best pop album of the year. The album takes visual inspiration from folk or western aesthetics, but is still […]
With a grandeur presence on stage and amazing crowd engagement, Echosmith enveloped the venue with excitement. On Friday, November 4th, Echosmith performed at House of Blues in Houston for their current Hang Around Tour. Performing as Echosmith’s first opener was Band of Silver, a sibling trio from Nashville consisting of lead singer Avery, guitarist/singer Alex, […]
MAX will return to House of Blues Houston on November 10th for his North American Tour 2022. The last time MAX performed at House of Blues Houston was for his House of Divine Tour in 2018. If you want to see an earlier review by Coog Radio check out Concert Review: Max Schneider At The […]
On October 15, 2022 synth-pop new wave band Glove opened the American Express stage at Austin City Limits Music Festival with a stellar performance. The group exhibits 80’s nostalgia with a twist of post-punk electronic and consists of four members: Brie Denicourt, Rod Woolf, Michelle Primiani and Justin Burns. Below is the transcribed conversation held […]
Omar Apollo visited Houston in the 713 Musical Hall on Wednesday, October 28, 2022, to perform his hits from his latest album Ivory, which has caught the attention of many influencers and critics. Apollo is well-known due to his viral track “Evergreen,” which has been featured on the Billboard HOT 100. Having a personality that […]
I have to be honest, I only heard of Big Thief a few months ago. But after a few listens, I’m completely obsessed. If you don’t know who the indie band Big Thief is, 1) they’re my new favorite band, and 2) they make music that makes you ache. If you’re looking for the best […]
Bazzi showcased his spectacular stage presence and synergy with the crowd. On Tuesday, October 18th, Bazzi performed at Houston’s House of Blues. With no opener, the crowd waited patiently for his entrance. In a rush of silence, music slowly came out from the speakers getting gradually louder and louder when it suddenly cut and then […]
In honor of the recent release of two music videos for “Damn” off his second album LOVE ALL SERVE ALL and new single “grace” (and a trending TikTok audio!) we are highlighting the musical works of J-Pop artist Fujii Kaze! Once again TikTok has pulled a gem from the archives and breathed into it a […]
Get ready for a night full of stellar rock artists. Surf Curse and Toner are on their way to Warehouse Live on November 5th! Grab a ticket now before they’re all gone. Get ready to mosh the night away with Surf Curse, a surf rock band, from Nevada. The band consists of Nick Rattigan who […]
Lonerism, Tame Impala’s second album, turned 10 years old on Oct. 5. Kevin Parker, the Australian musician behind the project, creates music that can be described as psychedelic trip-pop, electric or alternative. The album is filled with synthesizers and ambient music, which leaves listeners in a positive mood as the music is used to enhance […]
