A lot of people I know are big fans of LIGHTS. I don't know how I never sat down and listened to her music. Her album Siberia dropped yesterday, October 4th, and everyone was making a big deal about it so I decided to take a listen.
Honestly, it's not UHMAZING but it's not terrible either. It's just okay. This album has a rather slow tempo feel to it, real mellow. I'm not gonna lie... when I heard the song "Everybody Breaks Glass," I could have sworn it was Selena Gomez singing. Yikes! moment. I haven't heard an electronic pop female artists before, and I think it suits her. If she was going for "pretty girl make pretty music," she has my vote. I'm not too sure that her pretty voice would work well with the sound of rock instruments because she doesn't have a powerful voice. Now I'm curious to see her live. Probably sings with her Mac at shows.
A friend showed me this song before, and I prefer this over most of Siberia. You gotta admit, the music video is really cute. Maybe that's why I like this song more. If I were to listen to LIGHTS, it'd probably when I'm doing homework or something.
So a few buddies of mine released their music video today. Check it out: The After Party's "Secret Lover"
Just a disclaimer, this video is rather silly so don't take it too seriously. I certainly can't. I was laughing my ass off half the time. The overall silliness is just their personalities - they like to have fun with their music. If you want a more serious (yet fun) video you can watch "Can't Stop."
TAP is made up of four guys: Brandon, Andy, Alan, and Kenny. They're from Manhattan, Kansas but act like they're from Texas, and they love making music. They play pop rock that makes you wanna move your feet, jump up and down, and dance like there's no tomorrow. Essentially it's a big dance party.
Don't let their crazy antics fool you, these guys know what they're doing, and they're slowly making their way up to the top.
I apologize the image is not the best quality, but Michael Ian Black will be at the Texas Union Ballroom on Thursday October 6th! I realize he doesn't do anything musically, but I think that anyone who's a student at UT should attend! If you're interested, you can go pick up tickets at the SAC Ticket desk on the first floor - just make sure you have your school ID on you. Tickets will also be available at the door, but they might sell out so better safe than sorry! Did I mention that it's FREE! Thursday evenings are when the weekend starts, so kick it off by seeing this hilarious comedian!
This event is hosted by the Student Events Center and Music and Entertainment Committee. Music and Entertainment Committee does what it sounds like it does: brings music and entertainment to the UT campus! We reach out to artists, bands, comedians, and other people in entertainment to provide shows for students and faculty. Last semester we were a part of the new Student Activities Center grand opening by having a week of entertainment. Our two most popular events were Zach Braff and Bo Burnham! Many are probably familiar with Forty Acres Fest (2010 - Big Boi, 2009 - Girl Talk), which is MEC's biggest event of the year!
So everyone should definitely come out on Thursday if you're not too busy!
You love them, you hate them, you love to hate them. Black Veil Brides have released a teaser trailer for an upcoming music video for their song "Rebel Love Song" - I just love that song title.
The trailer's only 33 seconds long, but I feel as if I've been sucked into an old film from the 50s. The kind of films that you go see at a drive-thru. With it being in black and white, the marquee, the dramatic music...man I'm such a film nerd sometimes.
Anyway, the actual song itself off of their latest album Set the World On Fire sounds sort of happy - much different from their previous album We Stitch These Wounds. I can definitely picture some of the clips used synced with the music. It'll be interesting to see. There is no exact date established, so we'll all just have to wait patiently!
Mayday Parade will be releasing a self-titled album tomorrow, October 4th, but today they have the entire album streaming.
I feel like their sound has changed just a tad, but I can't put my finger on it. Sometimes I hear a tiny hint of country rock, a dash of pop rock, but still hear a pinch of their normal pop punk rock. Some of the songs have slowed a little in tempo - not quite ballads - the songs are upbeat, but not as upbeat as their old songs that audiences can easily jump to. Well, at least from the upbeat songs that I have in my iTunes. So far, my favorite on the album is "Oh Well, Oh Well." Mayday Parade still sing of lost love and heartache, and I love it - though that in itself sounds pretty depressing.
These guys will be playing in Austin on November 8th at the new Emo's East on The Noise Tour Powered by Journeys along with We Are the In Crowd, You Me At Six, There For Tomorrow, and The Make. Be there or be square!
The Daily Texan describes them as "a very fine balance between the intimate gauzy dynamics of a minimalist pop group while retaining all the bombast of an indie rock group."
Well after hearing the band, Little Lo, you won't be feeling so low anymore! This group of people are a local band from Austin and right here on the UT campus! I've met about half of them cause we work together in the Music Entertainment Committee, and I was supposed to see them play last semester but couldn't go. The sound is interesting. I hear a diverse mixture of instruments: the typical rock instruments with strings and brass instruments blended together to make a cool sound. At first I wanted to say they were a pop rock group, but that's not what they are at all - they've got an indie vibe to their sound. I think what caught my attention the most were the cool rhythm sequences and catchy melodies. Their sound is pretty chill and mellow, and I imagine myself relaxing in a dark lounge sipping on coffee. They kind of remind me of Pete and Pirates, a band from England that played at the venue I worked at for SXSW.
If you're in the mood for something different (in a good way), definitely check these guys out and get their music! Go to their website for updated news and dates for shows around Texas and follow them on Twitter. They'll be playing at The Parish October 27th at 7PM so mark your calendars!
Here's a familiar face from Dallas, Texas. Tanner Patrick Howe is famously known for being the lead singer from former band, Disco Curtis. Unfortunately the band has dissolved and Tanner is pursuing a solo act. He's been working hard for the past year on his music and promises great things coming up this year. In lieu of his new stuff coming out, he's released two cover songs, which I think are pretty good. I was expecting something mediocre, but Tanner has impressed me. I think I'll actually consider getting his new stuff.
(Not gonna lie, I kinda like his version of "Pumped Up Kicks" better than the original. Maybe I'm biased.)
