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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Artists Put New Spin on the Holidays

By Nicole Jarvis December 1, 2011

It's finally December, and that can mean only one thing: It's time for Christmas music! From now until Dec. 25, these classic tunes will dominate the airwaves, spreading good tidings and cheer to anyone...

Drake Takes Care of Business on New Album

By Danish Zaidi November 17, 2011

Take Care will confuse a lot of Drake enthusiasts because the Young Money pretty boy's sophomore album transcends the conformity of traditional rap records. Not only does Drake flawlessly blend R and...

Even With New Album Out, Wale’s Still Chillin’

By Danish Zaidi November 5, 2011

On Attention Deficit, we found Wale still discovering himself, but what he brought to the table was undeniable: a unique flow. Wale's voice and lyrical delivery have become his most recognizable characteristics....

Music Gets Minh Off the Streets and into World Tour

By Bisi Orisamolu October 28, 2011

In a crowded tavern, a man sits at a piano crooning Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World." The man's appearance does not match his soulful cadence, but the atmosphere indicates that the crowd...

Sophomore Album Grapples With Emotion

By Rianna Folds October 28, 2011

Florence Welch, the redheaded waif who fronts Florence + the Machine, brings her otherworldly sound from Lungsstraight into the depths of the ocean for Ceremonials. She cites death by drowning as...

Indie Singer’s Diamond Darkened by Troubles

By Wil Curiel October 21, 2011

My Brightest Diamond, the project of musician Shara Worden, has amassed an impressive list of accomplishments that would make any indie singer-songwriter green with envy. Her newly released third album...

Somber Alt-Rocker Smolders With Passion

By Katrina Yeh October 14, 2011

With Ryan Adams' 13th studio album, Ashes and Fire, the only fire that listeners will encounter is the slow and steady burn of flames in a cozy fireplace. Adams has returned to the most basic forms...

Indie Soloist Shines Brightly in Fourth Album

By Nicole Jarvis September 30, 2011

While the name Leslie Feist may not ring any bells for many listeners, her music certainly will.  Performing under the mononym Feist, she released her first album, 2007'sThe Reminder, to near-universal...

Ride the “Chillwave” with Newcomer Neon Indian

By Kelly Duggan September 9, 2011

After the promising debut album Psychic Chasms came out in 2009, Neon Indian received much praise from popular music website Pitchfork. This approval, along with the growing popularity of other "chillwave"...

No Big Hits on Khalifa’s Newest Album

By Danish Zaidi March 25, 2011

Displeasure and shock will overcome fans who remember Wiz Khalifa from Burn After Rolling andKush & Orange Juice. After signing with Atlantic Records, Khalifa has seemingly adopted a pop persona,...

Family of Texas Rockers Depresses With Latest Album

By Alex Sanchez March 3, 2011

Texan clan of indie-rockers, Eisley, released its third studio-length album, The Valley, through Equal Vision Records. This album will be the band's first in four years, following 2007's acclaimed Combinations,...

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