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NO THANK YOU Album Review

Following her critically acclaimed 2021 release, Sometimes I Might Be Introvert, British rapper Simbiatu Ajikawo, better known as Little Simz, had mountainous expectations for her next release. With her latest album, NO THANK YOU, she has more than matched them. Rapping unapologetically as ever, with her characteristic North London accent, Simz continues asserting herself as one of hip hop’s most dynamic voices. Simz tackles a number of societal issues in an album that sees her expand on themes she’s introduced over the course of her growing discography. 

I Didn’t Mean to Haunt You by Quadeca Review

It is not often that a formerly corny artist makes a good album. Even rarer is when this artist is a YouTuber who completely changes sound to do so. This is the case of the rapper Quadeca who went from creating YouTube diss tracks to making one of 2022’s best folktronica projects. While some of the sounds were explored in 2021’s “From Me to You,” the level of improvement on the songwriting front here is startling. 

Hip-Hop Fans May Need To Boycott the Grammys

Conversations have come and gone throughout the years about the credibility of this music award, especially after many controversies have occurred.

And in the Darkness, Hearts Aglow by Weyes Blood Review

And in the Darkness, Hearts Aglow is a perfect reminder of why we should keep paying attention to the work of Natalie Mering.

Let’s Start Here. by Lil Yachty Review

Lil Yachty tried something original in his new album while still maintaining his genre. He took a risk and created something that no one was expecting.

Marketplace by The Namby Pamby Review

Every track on this album gives off a warm, endearing feeling, like a close friend telling you a story.

The Ruby Cord by Richard Dawson Review

The Ruby Cord is one of the finest works yet by a singular artist. Recommended to any fans of folk music or lyrically interesting music.

Promo 2023 by Senescence Review

Recorded, mixed, and based in Indianapolis, the 4-piece post-hardcore group Senescence recently released Promo 2023, a 3-track release that leaves listeners craving more.

Exploring the Waves of Emo

While this retelling of emo’s story necessarily glosses over some things and leaves out important groups (I’m sorry!), it shows the development of emo music from its hardcore origins to the near genre-less existence where it currently sits.

Trayce Jackson-Davis scores 2,000 career points as Indiana rolls through Rutgers 66-60

Ever since the Indiana Hoosiers suffered their three-game losing streak in early January, it seems as if history is repeatedly being made.

The Results of Mass Shootings in California

Within the last week, California has been struck by several mass shootings that have left the state and the rest of the country shocked and calling for action. 

WIUX Pure Student BS Vol. 1

Season in Review: Indiana Volleyball Trending Upward

The Indiana Volleyball team ended the 2022 season 16-16 overall with a 9-11 record in Big Ten play. Although the Hoosiers’ drought of not making the NCAA tournament continues, there are many positives to take away from the season.

This New Website Creates a Music Festival Out Of Your Listening History

Music festivals play a huge role in today’s music culture. Festivals such as Coachella, Rolling Loud, and Lollapalooza are opportunities for fans to celebrate music and enjoy their favorite artists in person. Instafest is a new web application that creates an imaginary music festival, with the performing acts based on artists that the user frequently listens to.

Tapestry: The Art of Simplicity

Tapestry is a master class on how to write songs that mean something to the people listening. No matter who you are and what you have been through, everyone can find something to relate to in this album.

IUWBB Hoosiers Beat the Bowling Green Eagles 96-61 As They Advance to 4-0 for the Fifth Time in the Teri Morin Era

Indiana went on a 24-5 run, making eight of its nine field goal attempts to close out the first quarter and never looking back, leading to a 96-61 win against the Bowling Green Eagles.

The Lighthouse Soundtrack

The following article contains spoilers for The Lighthouse.

“Her Loss” by Drake & 21 Savage Is a Hit-or-Miss

The album consists of 16 songs and is an hour long in its entirety.

Deluxes

Why are there so many deluxe tracks in music recently?

Blue Rev by Alvvays Review

Blue Rev, the new studio album released by Canadian indie and dream-pop band Alvvays, was always going to be a process to put together. This process was even more exacerbated by the many problems that all came together to stifle songwriting and recording. Thievery, flooding, COVID, and a whole new rhythm section swept away any hope of finishing their third album with any sort of speed, but despite all this, the record slaps.

“Waiting to Spill" by The Backseat Lovers Review

The Backseat Lovers have been known for the songs that remind you of your first love, the bad boy, the most uncontrollable and unruly time of your life. On October 28, their music underwent a transformation through their latest release, a 10-track album, “Waiting to Spill.”