Real Estate’s newest release The Main Thing is another album with mellow out music, but lyrics that reflect real life scenarios. However, instead of it being about toxic relationships, this is one is about life in today’s society. In the album’s first song, Friday, lead singer Martin Courtney sings “If there is a point to […]
Album Review: All or Nothing by Shopping
All or Nothing is the latest album by the band Shopping. This album by the post-punk band that has the punk feel to it, with some other genres mixed in. The lyrics are amazing as well, telling different stories, and have heavy themes as well. The album Two songs that stood out to me were […]
Album Review: “Altogether” by Turnover
Altogether is the senior full-length album from Turnover, a Virginia-based trio who found success with their first album, Magnolia, in 2013. Since then, their sound has gone through many transformations, and this trend has continued onto their newest release. From the beginning of their career, the band was recognizable as a standard pop-punk band, which helped them […]
Album Review: “Vagabon” Self-Titled
Indie-Rock has been getting a lot more traction as the years progress with many artists exploring different styles. Vagabon, Cameroonian born 24- year-old artist based from New York City is definitely a shining star in that group. Laetitia Tamko self-titled project Vagabon has tracks that explore being self- aware of one’s troubles with relationships, societal […]
Album Review: “Dark Thoughts” by The Shivas
The Shivas is relatively new to my ears, but 2010 knew them well and were aware of their explosiveness. The band returns with an emphatic LP after three years from hitting us with Better of Dead (2016). This new record explores their lust for passion, sex, and life. “Gloria” As they proclaim their love, […]
Album Review: “Cry” by Cigarettes After Sex
Cry is the sophomore album from the band Cigarettes After Sex, formed by frontman Greg Gonzalez in 2008. After emerging from El Paso, Texas with the breakout hit “Nothing’s Gonna Hurt You Baby”, the band quickly relocated to Brooklyn, New York to record their first album, Cigarettes After Sex. Through this self-titled album came another hit, […]
Album Review: “Bigger Than Life” by Black Marble
Bigger Than Life is the third full-length project from soloist Chris Stewart, who goes by the artist name of Black Marble. Before the album’s conception, Stewart made a ceremonious, nerve-wracking move from his home in New York to the glimmering city of Los Angeles. Adjusting to a completely new city and its culture, he was […]
World College Radio Day 2019
World College Radio Day is one day away. With 500 stations across the wold, KTXT is celebrating with 24 hours of music, merchandise, and fun!
The Lubbock Symphony Orchestra Tickets on Sale Now!
Single tickets for the Lubbock Symphony’s 2019-20 season went on sale yesterday. This season includes five Masterworks concerts, two Bonus concerts, two SOUND! Chamber concerts and a Holiday Chamber concert. Many talented guest artists will join the LSO for its 73rd season, including the Bandini Chiacchiaretta Duo and Violinist Chee-Yun. “This season promises to be […]
GRLPWR Interview with Jenny Foster
Don’t worry if you missed the great interview with President and Founder of Battered and Beautiful Jenny Foster, it’s here for your listening! Follow us @theraider881 to get updates on our fall scheduling so you don’t miss another episode of GRLPWR. GRLPWR also has a Facebook Group for discussions and keeping up with new content. […]