Photo by Melissa HoustonThings change.When approaching this Special Edition of the Graphic, there were so many different thoughts in my head that I had to compress and focus to really create something I could be happy with.I knew I wanted to make it about music, but then what? I couldn’t just ramble about my favorites and least favorites or what I’ve been listening … [Read more...] about Letter From The Editor
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Songs From the Soul: A Q&A with Rising Artist Daniel Fonseca
Daniel Fonseca is a rising artist hailing from a small town in São Paulo, Brazil. The sophomore Business major is balancing his musical career with the life of being a student, where he said his studies are intended to help him become familiar with the business side of the industry. The 19-year-old first touched a guitar when he was 13 and in just six years, has amassed … [Read more...] about Songs From the Soul: A Q&A with Rising Artist Daniel Fonseca
‘It’s Called Soul for a Reason’: The Music that Moves Us
Senior Jaycee Cox poses with her hands in front of her face at Pepperdine University on Oct. 13. Photo by Melissa HoustonA hum in the bass, warm and unpredictable. Then a voice cuts through, unraveling heartache and healing in the same breath. The drums don’t shout; they sway. The keys don’t crash; they sing. This is soul — not just music, but memory. A memory … [Read more...] about ‘It’s Called Soul for a Reason’: The Music that Moves Us
Worship: Music That Heals The Soul
Junior Roman Dickow, sophomore Grace Carpenter and senior Max Holdorf play instruments and sing together at El Matador State Beach on Oct. 23. Photos by Melissa HoustonEvery Sunday morning, my home church starts the service and after a few minutes, the congregation stands as the band plays music. People stand and sing along to songs that declare praise to God, and after a … [Read more...] about Worship: Music That Heals The Soul
Country Music: A Return To Roots
Senior Emelia James plays a guitar at El Matador State Beach on Oct. 22. Photos by Katherine LytleCountry music extends far beyond horseback rides and Southern roots. Those who have never listened to a country song can still find a story they relate to in the lyrics. From Hank Williams and old country to Megan Moroney and modern country, one of the most hated genres of music … [Read more...] about Country Music: A Return To Roots