The website Everynoise shows what students from different universities are listening to, and it found that for CSULB students, alternative R&B and pop are some of the most popular genres of music for students.
Music
This category shouldn’t be confused with performing arts. Articles in the music category are more contemporary music, focusing more on contemporary bands and solo artists. This category will also be a home for album reviews.
Bob Cole Conservatory of Music’s Tom Peters releases ambient music album Friday
Tom Peters, who teaches the double bass at the Bob Cole Conservatory of Music, has released his second album of ambient music titled “Lamentations,” which is about processing the year 2020.
September’s guide to new music
September is bringing some earth, wind and especially fire music releases. Here are four albums that students should look out for.
‘The electronics…add this new extra dimension, it makes a super flute’
Guest artists Ann Stimson and Marc Ainger performed sonic art Wednesday night at the Gerald R. Daniel Recital Hall.
CSULB Laptop Ensemble creates music with programming software
The CSULB Laptop Ensemble uses programming software Max to create music through their laptops. While it may seem unconventional, the ensemble provides an opportunity to create something new in a traditional setting.
The K-pop devotion: the rise of a foreign genre
In recent years, Korean pop music has achieved a new level of popularity in the U.S. Members of the CSULB community weighed in on why they have become part of the obsession.
Fitz and The Tantrums release new album ‘All The Feels,’ and it lives up to the album title
The indie pop band released their fourth studio album, taking an optimistic look at the ups and downs in life.
Tove Lo’s newest album, ‘Sunshine Kitty,’ is a gloomy hit
The album reflects confidence through her recognizable indie-pop style. The Swedish singer-songwriter returns with a fresh take on life.
Blink-182 disappoints fans once again with their new album ‘NINE’
The band’s latest album reminds listeners why they should have hung it up a long time ago. In an effort to fuse its past and present sound, Blink 182 falls short.
The Lumineers release third studio album, III
The Lumineers recent release tells the touching tale of the Sparks family and the struggle they face.