Behind The Roar: Meet talk show host Fabienne Fleurantin
What has been your favorite topic to discuss on the air? Institutional racism. There was a debate I had with another writer and I was like… ‘I got facts on facts on facts about this.’
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Claw & Growl News & Opinion Talk Show February 13, 2017
The Claw & Growl discusses the 59th annual Grammy Awards from Adele not wanting to accept Album of the Year, Bruno Mars “Prince” tribute, singer Joy Villa’s “Make America Great Again” dress, and Katy Perry’s political critic in her new single, “Chained to the Rhythm.” The Claw & Growl also interviews Monica Bustos, the event director of FIU’s Student Ambassadors, on the FIU tradition surrounding Valentines Day.
This week’s best music releases
The first week of February had much to offer music listeners of all genres. Here are five of the most essential tracks you should add to your playlist.
‘Train’ needs to ‘dig deep for their roots’
Overall, the album seems forced into the pop mainstream world. While there are a few standout tracks, namely “Drink Up” and “You Better Believe,” Train needs to come back strong and dig deep in for their roots.
Train’s new album swaps out normal rock sound for pop
The group who brought you hits like “Drops of Jupiter” and “Hey, Soul Sister” are back with their 10th studio album, “A Girl, a Bottle, a Boat.” While the group is known for more of an alternative sound, they are taking a new direction with this album by exploring the pop world.
‘You’ll Never Get to Heaven’ single invites listeners ‘into the otherworldly’
The latest single “Images,” from Canadian duo, “You’ll Never Get to Heaven” draws from the subdued sound of their last two releases and adds contrasting elements, which hint that the album will likely be the group’s most dynamic release yet.
Artist to Watch 2017: Julian Casablancas
The devil’s working hard, but Julian Casablancas is working harder.
Behind The Roar: DJ Nico 99
Bjorn Roland/Contributing Writer Name/DJ Name: Nicolas Ferrero aka Nico 99 Major: Electrical Engineering What do you plan on doing with your major? Owning recording studios….
Top singles of 2016
“Waiting by Jinsang: Evoking feelings of nostalgia through smooth instrumental samples/vocals, Jinsang produces Waiting, part of his album Solitude released at the beginning of the year. The entirety of the album is a masterpiece, but this song remains as one of my personal favorites,” said Javier Zapata
University’s annual Panthermonium festival considered ‘one for the books’
Julian Balboa/Staff Writer In a filled stadium in the Ocean Bank Field, MakJ, Lil Dicky, and 2 Chainz hit the stage for “Panthermonium Reloaded” on…
