APRIL FOOLS EDITION: Kashira impersonates pop star twin to release new album
Rating: 5/5 stars Shakira’s (“Hips Don’t Lie”) secret twin sister Kashira released an album titled “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” on March 22. The collection of pop songs played backward reveals a secret message on each track. When sequenced, the…
I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME finds way back to music
After a four-year hiatus, I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME (“Razzmatazz”) has returned with “Gloom Division.” Produced by Dave Fridmann (Tame Impala, MGMT), this is Dallon Weekes’ first album without his previous partner Ryan Seaman, who left the…
MGMT successfully re-enters stratosphere after long hiatus from scene
MGMT’s (“Little Dark Age”) first album in over six years is out, and it was well worth the wait. Fans may be used to a distorted, almost intergalactic sound from them. “Loss of Life” is anything but. It feels like…
Stars of bygone era still command respect in new musical ventures
Older musicians have been making a comeback in popular music in the past few years. Kim Gordon, best known as the bassist and lead vocalist for Sonic Youth, has recently released a new album titled “The Collective” a trap album…
‘X-Men ‘97’ turns back clock, revives nostalgic 2D cartoon style
Superhero cartoons have been a staple of many people’s childhoods. As superhero movies become more technical and realistic in their storytelling and CGI, sometimes people want to go back to the nostalgic feeling that cheesy cartoons give them. On March…
Olivia Rodrigo ‘spills’ new songs onto deluxe edition of ‘GUTS’
Olivia Rodrigo (“drivers license”) surprises us with an unexpected yet pleasant collection of songs added onto “GUTS,” in the new extended version “GUTS (spilled).” With a mixture of electric and acoustic guitar, heartfelt lyrics and beautiful rhythm, this entire album…
Oscars introduce long-overdue Best Casting category after initial nominations
Nearly 20 years since it last added a competitive category to this pristine award ceremony, the Academy Awards has added a new Oscar category for best casting. The category will be implemented for the 98th annual award ceremony, with films…
Rod Stewart’s tribute to vintage music artful yet incohesive
Rating: 2.5/5 stars Rockstar Sir Rod Stewart has jumped back onto the music scene with the release of his first new album in three years. “Swing Fever,” made in collaboration with composer and bandleader Jools Holland, is a sharp turn…
Splatoon 3 worth purchase for fans of colorful Nintendo series
Rating: 5/5 stars Splatoon 3 has become one of Nintendo’s most popular games and continues to be a hit for players with its online multiplayer. The original Splatoon on the Wii U was innovative for allowing players to swim in…
I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME finds way back to music
Rating: 5/5 stars After a four-year hiatus, I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME (“Razzmatazz”) has returned with “Gloom Division.” Produced by Dave Fridmann (Tame Impala, MGMT), this is Dallon Weekes’ first album without his previous partner Ryan Seaman,…
