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KCOU’s top albums of 2018

  • Posted on December 31, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Music

In 2018, politics hit hard, pop culture clamored and us radio DJs kept our heads afloat. One factor connected it all: music. And in 2018, music was good. This year’s albums were filled with beautiful storytelling and innovative production, and we celebrated both breakout and veteran stars. When it comes to contemporary language, though, some […]

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Craig Gerdes resurrects old, swinging country in live concert

  • Posted on November 19, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Music

By Theo Bloom The first of country musician Craig Gerdes’ shows was a wild, high energy performance for four straight hours. Never did his and his band’s energies wain, nor did the crowd’s enthusiasm for the outlaw country outfit. The performance was filled with some great instrumentation and fantastic vocals, and the band had an […]

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Weekly Recs 11/16: Mick Jenkins, Homeshake, Angel du$t

  • Posted on November 16, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Music

Mick Jenkins – Smoking Song (feat. BADBADNOTGOOD) (SMOOTH) The last song off of Mick Jenkins’ new album is perfectly titled. Opening up with a smooth bass line and flourishing woodwinds, he creates a rich jazz vibe right off the bat. Combined with his voice, which adds to the intimacy of the song, Jenkins transports the […]

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How local band It’s Me: Ross becomes It’s Me: Professor Swag

  • Posted on November 2, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Music

By Allison Schulz Just days before It’s Me: Ross performs at KCOU’s Birthday Bash on Nov. 3, the local band’s frontman Ross Menefee sat down with KCOU’s Allison Schulz. Menefee talked about the band’s new album, his journey toward making genuine art and, most importantly, his alter ego as Professor Swag. KCOU: How has the […]

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WHY ARE SO MANY SONGS TITLES IN ALL CAPS?

  • Posted on October 28, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Music, Satire

BY ELENA K. CRUZ TRAVIS SCOTT’S “ASTROWORLD”; KELELA’S “TAKE ME A_PART, THE REMIXES”; JOJI’S “BALLADS 1”; AMINE’S “ONEPOINTFIVE.” SO MANY ARTISTS HAVE RELEASED ALBUMS RECENTLY IN WHICH EVERY SINGLE SONG IS TITLED FULLY IN CAPS. AND I WANT TO KNOW WHY. IS IT TO SUIT AN AESTHETIC? MAYBE. BUT THE MORE ARTISTS WHO COPY THIS […]

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Novelty Music Needs to Mount a Comeback

  • Posted on October 26, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Music

By Theo Bloom (Yung Forehead Wrinkles) The year 2018 has been a fantastic year for music; there have been incredible albums released in a wide-ranging swath of genres. Despite this, there is one category of music that seems to be left to the wayside: Novelty music. Truly silly natured novelty music seems to be a […]

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Weekly Recs: Jerry Paper, Parcels and Colter Wall

  • Posted on October 19, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Music, Uncategorized

Jerry Paper – Everything Borrowed (STUMBLING) Featuring the warped synths and smooth grooves that have become his signature sound, “Everything Borrowed” has Jerry Paper cry about the trivial value people place on social order and objects. Despite the dire subject matter, the chill vibes sent through the stumbling beat will keep you moving. By Evan […]

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New Music Adds 10/15/18

  • Posted on October 15, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Music

New New New New! All new baby! https://open.spotify.com/user/kcou/playlist/6ufNIvIrVPehpHVVnOMDGx?si=-HFV3yLXR5Ku6NBSXFjAIQ

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Boyband BROCKHAMPTON puts out a mature “Iridescence”

  • Posted on September 28, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Blog, Music

Review by Colton Robertson BROCKHAMPTON graced us with its fourth studio album, “Iridescence,” on Sept. 21. The self-proclaimed boyband continued with the uniqueness it has been known for with its arrival. “Iridescence” is a work unlike any I’ve seen ever, only to be compared to previous BROCKHAMPTON projects. What sets this release apart from their […]

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The Holdydrug Couple – Chevalier (A PLACE TO START)

  • Posted on September 21, 2018
  • by Elena Cruz
  • in Music

By Jarrod Russo The Holydrug Couple’s “Chevalier” is an instrumental that blends electronic, indie and psychedelic rock into a smooth, looping song. If you haven’t checked out their newest album, this is a great place to start!

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