Revved up and ready to rock
Women-led band ties their American roots back to family

Hawthorne Roots began strumming their souls with music four years ago, sticking together ever since. The musical talents of sisters Madeline and Emma Kelly began at home — though their […]

What’s in a (No)name?
A signal boost for the female Chicago-based rapper who dazzles with second album ‘Room 25’

It’s winter 2016. I’m driving through downtown Boise late one night with my crewwhen suddenly, my friend asks for the coveted aux cord. What he played next happens to now […]

Not so modest fest
Modest Music Fest returns to Moscow, more than 60 acts set to perform this weekend

The second year of Modest Music Fest — taking place Saturday and Sunday — plans to bring a variety of invigorating and exciting acts to Moscow. “Our goal with the […]

Synthesizing the Palouse
Synthfest gives the community a chance to create music

Members of the Palouse will have the chance to experiment musically Friday evening at Synthfest. Held at the University of Idaho Prichard Art Gallery, Synthfest will highlight all the ways […]

“Bloom” blossoms for Sivan
Troye Sivan’s newest album hits all the marks of a successful sophomore record

Troye Sivan, a YouTuber turned international pop star, officially landed on the music scene in 2015 with his first album, “Blue Neighbourhood” — an airy record with plenty of power.  […]

A glimpse into the future
How artist Mac Miller’s early album cried for help before his 2018 death

Artist – Album: Mac Miller – Faces Label: REMember Release Date: 2014 For Fans Of: MF Doom, Tyler the Creator, Kendrick Lamar Rating: 9/10 The 85-minute monolith by Pittsburgh rap […]

A tale of two passions
UI first-year students discuss participation in university orchestra, balancing coursework

Larissa Stafford discovered her passion at 6 years old — music. Stafford, who plays the viola and the violin, carried that young love well into adulthood, joining the University of […]

Past gems and current disappointments
A weekly album review segment highlighting a deceased Texas trailblazer, a modern pop darling in this edition

 Artist — album: DJ Screw — “Bigtyme Vol II: All Screwed Up” Label: Bigtyme Records Release date: 1995 For fans of: Shlohmo, J Dilla, Madlib Rating: 4.0 In a 1995 […]

“Caught up in the country”
Hundreds show up for Monday night Rodney Atkins concert

By Hailey Stewart & Olivia Heersink Country singer Rodney Atkins may have only been in Moscow for a short time, but true to one of his well-known hits, “Take a […]

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A feminist mover and shaker
Aretha Franklin deserves to be recognized as an activist in addition to her vocal talents

The name Aretha Franklin is synonymous with respect.  Maybe she taught you the how to spell the word R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Maybe she taught you the meaning. Maybe she taught you how […]