The orchestra and symphony band join together for the annual winter show.
Tag: music
New Weezer album surprises, renews faith in band
by Aaron Ross, news editor When people say they like Weezer, they usually follow it up with: “I mean, their old stuff.” The band’s had a rocky ride since releasing their critically and commercially successful platinum debut. Weezer’s next album, upon release, was panned by critics and completely failed to meet commercial expectations […]
Minimalist ‘Sadnecessary’ imparts intriguing melancholy
by Shilpa Saravanan, editor-in-chief German electro-folk-pop duo Milky Chance, architects of the infectious “Stolen Dance” that’s presently inching up the charts, released their debut album “Sadnecessary” in the U.S. on Oct. 14. The portmanteau of the album’s title says all there is to say about the album itself: no song […]
‘You’re Dead!’ presents sonically dense, gorgeous celebration of death’s mystery
Flying Lotus, a.k.a Steven Ellison, released his latest album, “You’re Dead!” today. Following 2012’s ethereal “Until the Quiet Comes” Ellison had released the aptly titled “Duality,” which started his rap career under the name Captain Murphy. However, although Captain Murphy makes a few appearances throughout “You’re Dead!,” it’s unquestionably a return to the bizarre, chaotic world of a Flying Lotus album.
Nearly 50 years old, Beatles album stands test of time
49 years ago today The Fab Four released Help!, their second movie soundtrack and 5th album. The Beatles certainly don’t need much of an introduction. At the time of its release it was lauded as a critical and commercial success. Being a Beatles album pretty much guarantees it’s sacred to a large portion of music lovers today.
‘Queen’ turns homophobic fears into tools of empowerment
Ominous, industrial sounding synths scream and whir as Mike Hadreas becomes the embodiment of everything America fears from the gay community. “No family is safe when I sashay,” he almost hollers in Perfume Genius’s new single ‘Queen’.
Lush sounds of “Ultraviolence” leave listener in languorous haze
by Shilpa Saravanan, editor-in-chief Lana Del Rey’s latest record, “Ultraviolence,” seems at first to be merely a continuation of the ethereal, faux-retro style that Del Rey employed with significant success on her previous two studio albums. Indeed, lyrically, little has changed. Del Rey remains as decadent, dark and dangerously self-aware as […]
Recently released Lake Street Dive album impresses with soulful songs
In mid-February, the Boston-based band Lake Street Dive released their newest album, “Bad Self Portraits.” It’s definitely worth a listen.
Gallery: Students, teachers showcase talent at Consolapalooza
Consolapalooza, Consol’s one-night take on a music festival, kept the neighbors up last Saturday, April 12. Performances ranged from acoustic covers and beatboxing to original songs performed by full bands.
Teachers uncover hidden musical talent, lifestyle outside classroom
Many dream of being able to play and create music, but for three Consol teachers, this dream is a reality.
