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The Resurgence of “Real Emo”

A DIY basement show featuring a punk or emo band performing in an intimate, crowded space. The bassist in the foreground wears glasses and a blue 'DePauw' shirt, playing a cream-colored bass. The drummer, in a yellow 'Porter's' shirt, is mid-motion with drumsticks in hand. The guitarist, wearing a green shirt, plays energetically while the audience, standing close, reacts with excitement. The setting includes exposed pipes, a low ceiling, and a mix of posters and makeshift decorations on the walls, adding to the underground venue’s raw atmosphere.
by Ella Reicks If you like alternative music, specifically in the rock genre, or hell, were just conscious during the 2000s, you definitely know of the emo genre. But when…
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The 7-Point Method

Three outfits of the day
The 7-point method is a fantastic technique for elevating your outfit and ensuring that you strike the perfect balance between simplicity and boldness. It’s a guideline I came across from…
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Caroline Météore: Pedal Review

Close-up of a tattooed musician playing a black electric guitar, surrounded by an array of colorful guitar effect pedals and a vintage-style amplifier. The scene captures a warm, intimate atmosphere of music creation.
by d.j. blaise / dreamsort radio  I was first acquainted with the Caroline Météore lo-fi reverb pedal in early 2021, after quickly spotting it on Julie guitarist Keyan Pourzand’s pedalboard.…
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ABBA: An International King

ABBA group
by Erick Marquez There is no shortage of international music sensations. The United Kingdom has Queen, Latin America has Luis Fonsi, South Africa has Tyla, and the many voices of…
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The Long Game

By Anthony Manifold The number of yards on any given hole is just a number to Garrett Boe, the Cal State Fullerton golfer who is using his final year of eligibility…
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Ratatouille: The Musical

By Alonso Valle In the innovative realm of TikTok, the transformative power of musical theatre takes center stage, as seen in the groundbreaking journey of Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical. This…
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