Joshua Ramos
Flying Lotus Breathes New Life Into Music with “You’re Dead!”
The music industry has faced its fair share of death over the years. Whether it’s the loss of musical pioneers like hip-hop producer J-Dilla,...
alt-J’s “This Is All Yours” succeeds in triumphing over the sophomore slump
Oh, the dreaded sophomore album. The album that can either make or break an indie band’s career. For most young bands coming off of...
White Arrows hit the bull’s-eye at the Barn
White Arrows is no stranger to touring and performing in front of live audiences. Ever since their formation in 2011, the LA-based band has...
“The New Classic” fails to define Iggy Azalea as a standout star
If you have listened to the radio anytime in the past month, then Iggy Azalea should be a familiar name to you. The 23-year-old...
“Here and Nowhere Else” is Cloud Nothings’ magnum opus
Cloud Nothings has come a long way since its inception in 2009. What started off as a solo project by lead vocalist and guitarist...
Real Estate’s “Atlas” is stand-out surf-rock
Real Estate has never been a band to step beyond its self-imposed borders. Since its debut, the band has had its feet pressed firmly...
Hellfyre Club heats up the Barn
As a self-declared rap connoisseur, I have seen my share of rap concerts — so when I first arrived at the Barn last Wednesday...
“The Lego Movie” Review
When I first saw “The Lego Movie” had received a 97 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, I just couldn’t fathom how it had happened...
Mogwai “Rave Tapes” Review
With a career that has expanded beyond the realm of albums, Mogwai is no stranger to the instrumental rock scene. The 17-year post-rock veterans...
“Ride Along” Review
The transition from successful comedian to movie star is a difficult feat. What used to be a shoo-in for superstardom is now something that...