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Freshman’s unsung songs turn to published poetry

by Capri Scarcelli | a&e editor Feb. 24, 2022 With contemporary poetry taking the media by storm in recent years, young aspiring authors are taking advantage of the opportunities before them to build a platform for themselves — including freshman Andrew Kamis.  The English education major’s self-published poetry book, “If Only You Would Listen” tells the vulnerable tales of young love and its hardships.  Accompanied … Continue reading Freshman’s unsung songs turn to published poetry

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Feel-good tunes: How to practice mindfulness through your music

Capri Scarcelli | a&e editor Oct. 14, 2021 As an avid Spotify user, I find joy in making playlists catered to my current moods and mindfulness, fitted with a niche photo cover and a hyper-specific title. Now, 77 playlists in, I still continuously find a new theme for each and every set of songs.  Whether organized by month, season, or a shower song, road trip … Continue reading Feel-good tunes: How to practice mindfulness through your music

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Upcoming music releases await chart-topping success

Capri Scarcelli A&E Editor 10/22/20 Today’s music scene has an especially booming release radar. With artists not being able to perform live, the pandemic has given ample opportunity for musicians to put out more of their work. In the span of a week, various artists – both known and new to the industry – have announced or teased upcoming single or album releases through social … Continue reading Upcoming music releases await chart-topping success

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‘Reputation’ ushers in new era for Swift

Nicolas Jozefczyk | Staff Writer 11/16/17 The old Taylor Swift officially died, replaced with a more mature and sultry Swift, with her release of reputation. There is no question that this album makes a 180 degree turnaround from the music that Swift has released in the past, featuring adult tones, experimental instrumentation and confrontational vocals. A lot of people blame Swift for acting like victim … Continue reading ‘Reputation’ ushers in new era for Swift

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‘Rainbow’ marks Kesha’s triumphant return

By Nicolas Jozefczyk | Staff Writer It is no secret that Kesha has been through the ringer the past couple of years. Since Warrior, her last album released back in 2012, the singer/songwriter has been involved with legal battles with her producer for physical and emotional abuse. Although the trial was quite lengthy, a cursory search will give the listener a better insight into the … Continue reading ‘Rainbow’ marks Kesha’s triumphant return

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