By Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer First impressions are deadly serious. With attention spans dwindling by the second, the art of the single becomes a telltale sign of the cream rising to the top. Musicians who understand that the appetizer is just as important as the main course, whether it’s to usher in a new […]
Cosette Lipscomb | Assistant Entertainment Director After 18 long years of making music, Twenty One Pilots released what may be their last studio album for a long time. “Breach” is the perfect ending to over a decade-long story made by the band itself, starting in their fourth studio album, “Blurryface,” and all subsequent albums, which […]
Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer It’s not cool to be emotional anymore. I can’t pinpoint exactly when this cultural shift occurred; maybe it was the birth of top text/bottom text memes or something as far back as Eminem calling out Will Smith on “The Real Slim Shady”. Uncertainty aside, there was a significant moment in […]
Dylan Masvidal | Contributing Writer The things we do for love. Or as sung on “Submarine,” the things love does to us. Three years after their debut album “CINEMA,” quite a lot has changed for The Marías, both in stature and internal relationships. Jumping off the diving board that was their chart-topping collaboration with Bad […]
Sophia Baltodano | Contributing Writer Professor Jamie Ousley, renowned bassist and music professor at FIU opened up about his musical journey, creative processes, and his educational career. Professor Ousley’s career began at the tender age of five, when he first played the Star Wars theme on the violin, which sparked his passion for music. After […]
Host: Elijah Gomide Pestana Enjoy the sounds of the wonder that is Brazilian music, from Tropicalia, Bossa nova, Samba, and Classic choro. Brazilian American Elijah Pestana also breaks down the songs meaning and shares his passion for his home country. Cheiro Verde by Barbatuques Na Cadencia do samba by Barbatuques Magalenha by Sergio Mendes Dona […]
Hosted by Elijah Gomide Pestana “Join Elijah Pastana as we enter the origins and stories behind the musicals. From Boardway hits, movie musicals, to empowering showstoppers; this playlist has everything that a theater nerd would love and the curious music listener can appreciate.” Willkommen by Alan Cumming & Cabaret Ensemble (1998) A Musical by Brad […]
Mhyanif Lozada | Staff Writer Miami’s local bands played their hearts at the annual III Points music festival, showing attendees the unique blend of cultures that makes Miami’s music scene special. The two-day festival took place on Oct. 21 and Oct. 22 in Wynwood’s Mana Convention Center, opening its gates around sunset to welcome guests. […]
By Gabriela Perez | Contributing Writer A deep connection for music shared between four strangers formed a strong bond allowing them to vibe and express their passions with one another. The Varos have songs that they are currently working on and plan to release throughout the next couple of months. The Varos originated in Miami […]
Rochelle O’Donnell | Staff Writer The FIU Music Festival returns, featuring seven concerts that emphasize versatility, collaboration, and diversity across the South Florida community. “Audiences are excited to attend and we’ve extended our reach beyond campus this year,” said Michelle Vires, account manager for the Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music & Performing Arts. […]
Abdul Djabbour | Staff Writer A love of nature and passion for music has made seven FIU students combine their talents to form a new band. Humboldt Paxton & The Cosmic Squares practice their performances, songs, and gather together as a band in the Red Parking Garage at the Modesto Maidique Campus, where FIU students […]
Alexander Luzula / Contributing Writer After two years of lockdowns, quarantines, and a halt on in-person events, FIU SummerFest returned with a bang on July 14. Held in Parking Lot Five on the Modesto Maidique Campus, the festival was a five-hour rave featuring several acts from popular artists, including performing duo Ship Wrek, a back […]
