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Deafhaven album ‘Infinite Granite’ subverts expectation

John Cantwell | staff writer 9/2/21 In 2013, the musical landscape of Pitchfork hipster sounds was shaken to its core by the tremolo picked (yet atmospheric) guitar sounds, pummeling blast-beat drums and banshee shrieks of Deafheaven’s sophomore LP Sunbather: An album that, upon release, gifted listeners with tracks heavily inspired by the shoegaze-y, dream-pop sounds of English rock band Slowdive, as well as the cacophonous … Continue reading Deafhaven album ‘Infinite Granite’ subverts expectation

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Heavy metal group releases new sound

John Cantwell / staff writer 3/4/21 Throughout the independent music community of Pittsburgh, music group Shin Guard has been known as a screamo staple that provides some of the most creative, chaotic and visceral sounds that the heavy music community has to offer. Now, under the guise of Hazing Over, the band has reemerged with a new lineup and deathcore sound that is sure to … Continue reading Heavy metal group releases new sound

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Taylor Swift’s “Fearless” business move shakes music industry

Capri Scarcelli a&e editor 2/11/21 Taylor Swift’s love life is more pertinent than our own – and now we get the full, transparent story.  Releasing a statement on Feb. 11, Swift announced a revived, re-recorded version of her 2008 album Fearless, now featuring six songs never-before-heard.  “I’ve decided I want you to have the whole story, see the entire vivid picture, and let you into … Continue reading Taylor Swift’s “Fearless” business move shakes music industry

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New single “Driver’s License” takes the road for success

Capri Scarcelli | arts and entertainment editor 1/21/21 She may drive alone past your street, but she’s in good company globally when it comes to bad breakups. Well known as the lead character “Nini” on Disney+’s High School Musical The Musical: The Series (HSMTMTS), 17-year-old actress and singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo debuted her hit single “Driver’s License,” steering its way to the top of the charts at … Continue reading New single “Driver’s License” takes the road for success

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Bruce Springsteen rocks 20th studio album release

Claire Neiberg Staff Writer 10/29/20 Being raised on classic rock, some of my earliest memories surrounded the discography of Bruce Springsteen. From listening to the E Street Radio on SiriusXM every morning with my dad to singing along to “Thunder Road” with my family at the Hersheypark Stadium on a rainy evening in 2014, Springsteen’s music is a prominent part of my life, giving me … Continue reading Bruce Springsteen rocks 20th studio album release

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