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Life topic: Music
‘80s see a comeback in more than just parties
I am upset that I am forever unable to experience the decade in America known as “The ‘80s.” Sure, we’ve all seen Facebook pictures from an ‘80s party, or even vaguely remember… Read »
JJ’s new CD revives former glory
Janet Jackson never fails to reinvent herself with every album she comes out with. However, the roots of this album have come from the old school Janet. She used her funkiness of the ‘80s to give… Read »
Hüsker Dü guitarist exudes depth in solo effort
Among the many divisionals I took freshman year, few stood out like my religion class. The professor was terrific, but one of my most vivid memories from the course — I’m a little embarrassed… Read »
Alumna returns to conduct season’s final Secrest event
By all appearances, the final concert in the 2007-2008 Secrest Artists Series will be a truly memorable one. Read »
Keys describes life lessons with energy
Alicia Keys’ new album, As I Am, has one thing most CDs lack: a theme. This disc is a bold celebration of life. Keys’ lyrics describe a powerful joy in the ups and downs of her experiences,… Read »
Rapper’s sophomore effort proves talent and growth
Lupe Fiasco has certainly achieved coolness. His lyrics flow elegantly and he weaves masterful stories.
His sophomore album, Lupe Fiasco’s The Cool is a departure from the more focused approach… Read »
Talented songwriter defies stereotype
Artists in exile are a pretty compelling lot. OK, I’m kind of thinking of Jesse Winchester here, but he’s a pretty compelling guy, and anyway, it doesn’t take long to add a few names… Read »
Cassidy returns from hip-hop graveyard
Since we last heard from Cassidy (I’m a Hustla, 2005), he’s been charged with murder and suffered a near-fatal car crash – giving the rapper plenty to talk about in his newest… Read »
World musician lives up to his genre
I was once on a beach in South Carolina talking to a hippy from Oregon who’d seen Manu Chao at a music festival in California. The name seemed vaguely familiar. “Manu Chao?” I implored,… Read »
Heartfelt performance wows intimate audience
First, let me start off by saying that I was very impressed by sophomore Thomas Kozak on the night of his concert in Shorty’s. Read »