Phora: Love is Hell Album Review

Keia Harris Arts and Entertainment Editor Every now and then as listeners, we hear an oddly familiar sound in the melodies of a rather unknown artist. They sound like someone we all know, but yet, they somehow separate themselves from everyone else. Anaheim Rapper, Phora, is this kind of artist. Phora is a 24 year-old rapper from Anaheim, California. He is often described as a … Continue reading Phora: Love is Hell Album Review

The 20 Year Anniversary of ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’

Trent Ryden Staff Writer On Aug. 25, 1998, Lauryn Hill, a young and talented singer-songwriter, released her debut album, ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’. At only 23 years old, Hill, unknowingly at the time, produced a heavily influential and culturally iconic album. It is a multifaceted project featuring slow, dreamy ballads heard on tracks like “Nothing Even Matters” or to fiery guitar solos, like the … Continue reading The 20 Year Anniversary of ‘The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill’

Past, Present and Future, A Look at Travis Scott’s Debut Album “Rodeo”

Trent Ryden Staff Writer The young, wild, and debatably reckless musical artist Travis Scott released his third studio album “Astroworld” only a few weeks ago, and yet it has rocketed to the number one spot on the billboard 200. For the second time in his career, Scott has a number one album. This time around, however,  Scott surpassed the prominent Veteran Rapper Nicki Minaj who … Continue reading Past, Present and Future, A Look at Travis Scott’s Debut Album “Rodeo”

Album Review: Blonde by Frank Ocean

Molly Lawler Staff Writer In today’s day and age, listening to an album from beginning to end is almost unheard of. The widespread use of apps, such as Spotify, has encouraged users to choose their favorites off of an album and create their own modern day “mixtapes”, better known today as playlists. Although I would consider myself a huge supporter (and user) of the “shuffle” … Continue reading Album Review: Blonde by Frank Ocean

Top Five Most Anticipated Summer Albums

Matthew Peterson Staff Writers  The summer is right around the corner, with the only obstacle being the brooding week of crippling anxiety and cramming, also known as “Finals Week”. As grueling as that will be, the promise of not having to deal with the pressures of school awaits us all on the other side. The lack of scholastic responsibility is not the only upside to … Continue reading Top Five Most Anticipated Summer Albums