Music

Unheard: Hozier’s new EP is a musical manifestation of Spring

Unheard was released on March 22, featuring four songs spanning 14 minutes in total

Eternal Sunshine is the definitive Ariana Grande Album

Every story has a redemption arc, and Eternal Sunshine is Ariana’s.

Music / Linkin Park’s "Friendly Fire": A heart-wrenching reminder of Chester Bennington’s talents

Linkin Park’s latest release “Friendly Fire” was a fitting tribute to the life and exploits of Chester Bennington.

From passion to profession: What it takes to be a music major

Pursuing music can be a difficult choice given the prevalence of familial and societal expectations. Therefore, mastering different skill sets is almost always an instrumental part of a musician’s life.  

Listening to music while studying: Is it a good idea?

Despite the obvious positives of listening to music when studying, one must be cautious to ensure that the music doesn’t hinder studying.

FICTION / Stargazing with the Bossanova man

“It’s a type of Brazilian music, this elevator is playing The Girl From Ipanema.”

Musings / Books with playlists: A new trend among contemporary authors?

A question that comes to mind is why does a book even need a playlist? There are two solid answers.

Poetry / Muse of Melodies

Eurydice, his beloved,  lost to the shades, In the underworld's depths,  where darkness pervades.

Editorial / Dancing on the pages

This week, then, we're thinking: music and books, music and literature. In print and online, we're dreaming in tunes, dancing with words, daring to merge the two.

June 20, 2023
June 20, 2023

Scrounging revelations out of music

I don't remember at what point in life I learned to recognize the fallacy behind the not-like-other-girls phenomenon and discarded it for an all-encompassing love for female friendship and solidarity, in acceptance of femininity in all its forms. But I do know that Taylor Swift played a significant role in it.

June 15, 2023
June 15, 2023

Growing up surrounded by music

All in all, music is pretty significant in my life nonetheless.

May 28, 2023
May 28, 2023
May 27, 2023
May 27, 2023

Celine Dion cancels rest of world tour due to medical condition

"I’m working really hard to build back my strength, but touring can be very difficult even when you’re 100%."

May 25, 2023
May 25, 2023

Anime music helped me study for A levels. Here’s how

I repeated the process throughout what time was left, playing a different tune for every question paper.

May 22, 2023
May 22, 2023

Backstreet Boys: 30 years of the beloved vocal group

Backstreet Boys are a group truly worth celebrating and they will continue to be one of the most influential bands of all time.

May 13, 2023
May 13, 2023

Transcending Boundaries: Pritom Hasan's 'Deora' in Coke Studio Bangla

Amidst the timeless tapestry of music, where tradition meets innovation, Pritom Hasan emerges as a maestro who fearlessly traverses uncharted territories. In his latest Coke Studio endeavour, "Deora", he weaves together the threads of Bangla folk genres, urban grooves, and even draws inspiration from the anime realm. With Pritom Hasan's distinctive musical vision, we embark on a rhythmic odyssey that transcends borders and defies expectations.

May 13, 2023
May 13, 2023

Attic releases new music video for their song Love/Hate

"Love/Hate" is set to release on May 19.

May 12, 2023
May 12, 2023

There’s a new book out soon. Is it by Taylor Swift or BTS?

The guessing game began a few days ago, when an anonymous, untitled book scheduled for July 9, “4C Untitled Flatiron Nonfiction Summer 2023”, had Taylor Swift fans so convinced she had written a memoir that they made it a bestseller.

May 10, 2023
May 10, 2023

The only way to battle garbage content is to make more music: Bappa Mazumder

Bappa Mazumder last lent his voice to the title track of the film “Leader Amie Bangladesh” starring Shakib Khan and Shobnom Bubly in the lead roles. The film was released this Eid-ul-Fitr.

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