Adrianne Lenker has “bright future” with latest introspective album drop
Rating: 5/5 stars Adrianne Lenker (“Free Treasure”) is on another level. “Bright Future” is proof of that. The first song out of the 12 on the album is titled “Real House.” Much like many of Lenker’s songs, this is a…
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…
Renowned graphic designer visits university, advises aspiring students
On March 20, renowned graphic design professional Debbie Millman arrived at SUNY Oswego to talk about her experiences regarding her life and the struggles leading to her involvement as a voice in the design industry. She has many accomplishments, most…
New York State to prioritize mental health, eating disorder support following pandemic
New York State has introduced legislation that would implement a course of study on the prevention of eating disorders in schools. This is a reaction to teen mental health struggles caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, legislative struggles have caused…
Fire services on campus to remain in effect for semester
The Town of Oswego’s volunteer fire department is continuing services on campus for the time being, countering recent reports that sparked concern among the campus community. Robert Lighthall, fire commissioner of the Oswego Town’s volunteer fire department, said that there…
