Emotional Oranges may be faceless, but their music and style is most certainly not; they are actually what make their audiences feel most seen and heard. They are not here to preach about the happily-ever-afters or the tales two star-crossed lovers because those...
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Angry Girl Whisper Music: My New Favorite Genre
To me, nothing feels more cathartic than listening to music by women who are clearly pissed off. Not to make this a gender studies analysis (although those are always fun), but there is something so visceral in hearing women finally allowing themselves to feel the...
Monthly Mixtape: Primary Szn
With the Democratic Party presidential primaries and caucuses in full swing, I thought it only appropriate to share some of my favorite politically charged tunes to (hopefully) motivate y’all to hit the polls or send in your absentee ballots, if you haven’t already....
MetaMusician: Those Who Wish to Be
This January, a true legend of the rock community passed away. Neil Peart died at the age of 67 in Santa Monica, California. As a Rush fan, hearing the news was unreal. At first, reading “Neil Peart has died” just didn’t seem to make sense, like each word was written...
I Was Sick and Tired of Writing About Obscure Power Pop Bands From The 70s So I Wrote A Horoscope Based Off The National’s Discography
Look, not everyone can have an untouchable taste in music. Maybe I doknow at least 32 post-blackgaze neo-crust punk-jazz-fusion bands to each 1 of your indie pop starlets, but maybe just MAYBE I want to sit back and unwind a little. You know, listen to “Breezeblocks”...
1Trait On Tour: An Interview With Car Seat Headrest’s Andrew Katz and Will Toledo
It’s somewhat humbling to walk into a falling-apart Subway and see two of your favorite musicians sitting at a table eating a pre-gig meal. Even the rich and famous get hungry, after all. Nonetheless, an interview over foot-long subs and Diet Cokes is still an...
The Motion Picture Show: The Saint Motel Live Movie
Saint Motel occupies a strange space in music: you may not know their name, but I guarantee you’ve heard their songs. Hits like "Move" and "My Type" were fairly high charting songs that are constantly featured in commercials, online video, and get radio play to...
Songs for the Signs: Pisces’ Playlist
It’s almost primetime for a Pisces! With their season lasting from February 19- March 20, a Pisces’ peak is coming soon. This sign reflects compassion, artistic ability, and imagination. As a Water element, this sign is rather emotional and sensitive. They are known...
Headphoning It In
My new theme will be taking 3-5 songs that embody a certain movie and dissecting why they fit the film's theme, almost like creating a mini playlist to accompany it.
Monthly Mixtape
Monthly Mixtape is a playlist based on activities going on around campus, holidays, etc.









