Music
Single Review: Blake Lewis rips off Alex Claire on latest single
- 19 Recordings
BY GREGORY HICKS
“Your Touch” doesn’t sound like much while cruising through its opening verse, but once the wind gust begins to swoosh into the track, it doesn’t take much to know that a bass is sure to drop.
David Bowie returns from 10-year hiatus with captivating 'Next Day'
- Columbia
BY JOHN LYNCH
The Next Day, David Bowie’s 24th studio album, adds yet another salient opus to the artist’s catalog.
Youth Lagoon defies the sophomore slump with 'Wondrous Bughouse'
BY ERIKA HARWOOD
Nothing conjures up panic and probably nausea in both artists and listeners alike quite like the release of a sophomore album. Going into his second effort, Trevor Powers, better known to the world as Youth Lagoon, had reason to fear the dreaded sophomore slump.
Notebook: Musicians are people too
- Jagjaguwar
BY KATIE STEEN
And, standing outside, I realized I had a decision to make: Do I wait and meet the band, or do I go home with dignity and respect for this band that just put on a fantastic show.
Single Review: Juicy J and The Weeknd deliver layered collaboration in 'One of Those Nights'
- Taylor Gang
BY JACKSON HOWARD
However, once on the mic, Juicy makes his presence known. He does an almost perfect job of adding some “trippy” flavor to the Weeknd’s signature haunting sound, even bragging, “Juicy J got bank like Dr. Phil.”
Notebook: Listening in to the Best Original Song nominees
BY GREGORY HICKS
From platinum-selling Bond themes to lyrical contributions of Seth MacFarlane, 2013’s Best Original Song nominees for the Academy Awards deserve a close look (or listen, rather), particularly the winning track “Skyfall”.
Woodpigeon back with new, risky sound on 'Thumbtacks and Glue'
- Fierce Panda
BY ERIKA HARWOOD
Thumbtacks and Glue proves to be worthwhile as a collective thanks to Hamilton’s willingness to embark on a journey of risk. Though the album loses steam at points, Woodpigeon’s commitment to artistry and experimentation is admirable, if not impressive.
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Herb David: Crafting Ann Arbor's musical legacy
He's made guitars for Eric Clapton, Sonic Youth, the Byrds and Jerry Garcia, hung out with Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Iggy Pop and Jimi Hendrix and lived near the center of Ann Arbor's once-blossoming countercultural music scene. He's also one of the country's best instrument maker and he lives right around the corner.
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