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Beyond the Tourist Brochures: Delving into the Richness of Hawaiian History through Music

Beyond the Tourist Brochures: Delving into the Richness of Hawaiian History through Music

Marigold Baldonado May 25, 2023

Having been born and raised in Hawaiʻi, we learned Hawaiian history from elementary school all the way to high school. I understand that here in the states, Hawaiian History is not a part of the curriculum....

Spacemoth at The Fixin To

Spacemoth at The Fixin’ To

Lucy Boretto May 22, 2023

Maryam Qudus, also known by her stage name of “Spacemoth,'' delivered an excellent and engaging psychedelic performance at The Fixin’ To, an 80’s inspired bar venue in Portland, Oregon...

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Traditional Filipino Courting With Modern Music

Traditional Filipino Courting With Modern Music

Marigold Baldonado May 18, 2023

Filipino music is often very romantic, as it is even used in harana, traditional courtship singing. In Filipino culture, a person who wants to pursue someone as their lover would sing romantic songs, recite...

Next Up: Redveil

Next Up: Redveil

Gabe Chaparro May 15, 2023

I recently had the pleasure of seeing one of my favorite hip-hop artists, Redveil, at the Hawthorne Theatre in Portland. The two openers were D’mari Harris, his high school best friend, and...

Summer Jams: Hawaiʻi Edition

Summer Jams: Hawaiʻi Edition

Marigold Baldonado April 13, 2023

Summer is approaching and for me, and many other students, that means going home for the break! I am grateful and lucky enough to be born and raised in Hawaiʻi, so as I count down my days till I get to...

Albums Ahead of Their Time

Albums Ahead of Their Time

Connor Punsalan April 12, 2023

Sometimes, artists create albums that bring something new to music. These albums are typically produced with advanced technology that offers a futuristic listen. We classify these albums as albums that...

Tyler, The Creator and My Growth Through His

Tyler, The Creator and My Growth Through His

Cailan Menius-Rash April 7, 2023

Tyler, the Creator has been a prolific figure for many who have witnessed his transition from abrasive hooligan to renowned musical visionary. Now a decorated figure in the Hip Hop industry, Tyler’s...

Joyce Manor and Pup at Wonder Ballroom 3.17.23

Joyce Manor and Pup at Wonder Ballroom 3.17.23

Jules Wood April 4, 2023

This past month, I had the opportunity to photograph Joyce Manor and PUP at their show at the Wonder Ballroom in Portland, Oregon. The opener, Pool Kids, brought a wonderful energy to the start of...

Taylor Swift Releases Four Songs To Kick Off The Eras Tour

Taylor Swift Releases Four Songs To Kick Off The Eras Tour

Natalie Galbraith, Music Director March 22, 2023

With the Eras Tour opening last weekend in Glendale, Arizona, also known as “Swift City,” Taylor Swift released four songs to celebrate. Those songs are “Eyes Open (Taylor’s Version),” “Safe...

Machine Girl and The Garden, McMenamins Crystal Ballroom

Machine Girl and The Garden, McMenamin’s Crystal Ballroom

Jules Wood February 20, 2023

On November 27th, 2022, Explosive electronic powerhouse Machine Girl, and "Orange County Punk-Rock Legends" The Garden made a stop at McMenamin's Crystal Ballroom in Portland during their most recent...

Busyhead by Noah Kahan: Album Review/Analysis

Busyhead by Noah Kahan: Album Review/Analysis

Fiona Daley January 18, 2023

After the release of his new contemporary folk album Stick Season, Kahan revealed that his first album, Busyhead, was not his most authentic work because of pressure from his label to write more pop...

Music Directors Favorite Releases of Fall 2022

Music Director’s Favorite Releases of Fall 2022

Natalie Galbraith, Music Director January 9, 2023

As we head into winter and the new year I want to share my favorite releases from fall 2022.    Carol Ades - Sadtown USA Ever since seeing Carol Ades open for Lizzy McAlpine this summer,...

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