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Meet Summer Like the Season

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Remember True/False? Don’t you miss it? We do too. Luckily, our own Olivia Moses takes us back with an audio postcard. Meet: Summer Like the Season, one of the buskers from the festival. “Imposter”- Miss Grit Track PostBy: Sam Wills The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights”, a song released in 2019 and a number one hit […]

True/False Interview 2019: The Slaps

Josh Resing, Rand Kelly, and Ramsey Bell of the Chicago-based band The Slaps sit down with KCOU’s Owen Brock (aka 13gigs) to talk about their work, influences, and future projects. The three played several sets throughout True/False 2019 in Columbia, Missouri. Interviewer and video editor: Owen Brock

KCOU’s top albums of 2018

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 […]

Craig Gerdes resurrects old, swinging country in live concert

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 […]

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

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 […]

Weekly Recs 11/2: Takeoff, Robyn, Lala Lala, Ty Segall

Takeoff – Last Memory (SEAMLESS) The “mute of the Migos,” Takeoff, has announced that “The Last Rocket” will land on Nov. 2. Along with the announcement, Takeoff released the single “Last Memory” a melodic, yet choppy tune that displays his ability to weave seamlessly throughout verses with assistance from his ad-libs. By Isiah Sneed […]

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

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 […]

WHY ARE SO MANY SONGS TITLES IN ALL CAPS?

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 […]

Weekly Recs 10/23: Asian Doll, Jean Deaux, Party Nails

Asian Doll – Headspin (feat. YBN Nahmir) (POWERFUL) If you’re looking for a new banger this weekend, this is it. “Headspin” is the last track off Asian Doll’s new album, Icy Princess, and by far one of the best songs in the set–the off kilter rhythm in the hook drives you to want more, and […]

Novelty Music Needs to Mount a Comeback

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 […]