Christmas Markets: Festivities in the UK
It comes once a year: the sounds of familiar Christmas songs, the smell of fresh pine, and the warmth of pastries and other delicacies associated with … Continue reading Christmas Markets: Festivities in the UK
Allison Moorer- Lu Lu Lu if You Want To
I listened to Vince Guaraldi’s, “Christmas Time is Here,” today. It’s my favorite holiday tune. When I hear it, Christmas seasons of childhood flood my mind — all it takes is a few bars of the intro and it all … Continue reading Allison Moorer- Lu Lu Lu if You Want To
Frida Kahlo: Making Herself Up Review
The first words that come to mind when I think of Frida Kahlo: painter, feminist, artist, and proud Mexican. I think about the influence she brought and still brings to artists, especially those within the Latino community. Victoria and Albert … Continue reading Frida Kahlo: Making Herself Up Review
Power, Speed, and Money: The Supercar Culture of London
As with many students here at Richmond, there may be days when you are exploring London and taking in what this city has to offer when suddenly, a flashy set of four wheels passes by. Or maybe you’ll find a … Continue reading Power, Speed, and Money: The Supercar Culture of London
A Chemical return for the Brothers- Concert review
After a three-year hiatus since their last album Born in the Echoes, The Chemical Brothers returned to embark on a world tour to promote their upcoming unnamed album. Fans were more than able to satisfy their Chemical cravings through the … Continue reading A Chemical return for the Brothers- Concert review
Donna The Buffalo- Dance in The Street review
Musical decisions are based on genre, the categorical distinction between styles and how a listener predicts what their ears will be exposed to. Over time we stubbornly cater to our own tastes and preferences. Adapting to new sounds proves … Continue reading Donna The Buffalo- Dance in The Street review
London Philharmonic Orchestra: Uchida Plays Mozart
Everyone remembers their first concert, the feelings of excitement leading up to the day where you get to see your favorite artist, band, or in this case orchestra. The London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) led an amazing performance of Mozart’s Piano … Continue reading London Philharmonic Orchestra: Uchida Plays Mozart
Courtney S. Lennon – Music Journalism as a Career
Anything that I’ve accomplished as a writer is because of my writing. It doesn’t happen by chance. You make your own opportunities. You have to put the work in, no matter what you’re writing about. I didn’t study Journalism in … Continue reading Courtney S. Lennon – Music Journalism as a Career
Elizabeth Elkins- A Letter to Jimi Hendrix
Dear Jimi, The military played a big role in my life too. I grew up in the American South. I grew up in Europe. I grew up in Central America. I was a popular kid some years, a bookish outcast … Continue reading Elizabeth Elkins- A Letter to Jimi Hendrix