Photo courtesy of Fueled By Ramen RecordsPunk rock has presumably taken the back seat of the music industry as icons of hip-hop and pop music continue to sit at the top of the charts. Neo-punk band SWMRS is single-handedly reviving the teenage angst scene with a message that will not be forgotten. Following the release of their 2016 album, "Drive North," which highlights softer … [Read more...] about Album Review: SWMRS Releases ‘Berkeley’s On Fire’
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2019 Grammy Awards Highlights: Kacey Musgraves, Cardi B, Dua Lipa & More Take Home Top Awards
Art by Caitlin RoarkAfter facing scrutiny at last year's Grammy Awards for the lack of winning female artists, the 2019 awards ceremony shifted to multiple women of different genres going home with awards in top categories. Among the many winners were rising pop sensation Dua Lipa, who won Best New Artist, pop-country phenomenon Kacey Musgraves for Album of the Year and rapper … [Read more...] about 2019 Grammy Awards Highlights: Kacey Musgraves, Cardi B, Dua Lipa & More Take Home Top Awards
Q&A With L.A. Based Musician & Artist Suede Silver
Photo courtesy of Suede SilverWhether you have heard his California beachside-infused tunes, seen his works of art, or even witnessed different posters with his signature around campus, Los Angeles native and Pepperdine University alumnus Suede Silver is the newest creative to make his mark on the West Coast.After graduating from the university, Suede embraced his creativity … [Read more...] about Q&A With L.A. Based Musician & Artist Suede Silver
Bands, Fans and Bandwagon Fans
Illustration by Kat NanceI have been through many music phases, from my love of anything featuring Hannah Montana to my fifth grade obsession with “hardcore rap,” aka Drake. However, music has always been a constant that I haven’t been able to shake, indicating to me that my passion for music was and is not a “phase.”I am a singer, songwriter and … [Read more...] about Bands, Fans and Bandwagon Fans
Music Strong Unites Thousand Oaks
Photos Courtesy of Arik HousleyThe Thousand Oaks community united around a night of music and love Feb. 10 to benefit Borderline survivors and families of victims."Nov. 7 didn't change 12 families [or] 140 young college kids," Tim Hagel, Thousand Oaks chief of police said during the concert. "It changed a community and brought us together."On Nov. 7, 2018, 12 individuals lost … [Read more...] about Music Strong Unites Thousand Oaks