Vermillion’s diverse music scene grows
Vermillion is a small college town with basically two bars that have live music, but that doesn’t stop its music scene from being lively and diverse. The styles go from punk, indie, metal, rap and acoustic folk all merging to create a welcoming community for music lovers. Local bars such as Maya Janes and The Varsity […]
Twin Peaks delivers short tracks and chill vibes
Twin Peaks has effortlessly perpetuated what rock ‘n’ roll is about with their heavy-garage sharp sound and their young punk attitude. Chicago’s finest rock ‘n’ roll conquerors are Clay Frankel, Cadien Lake James, Connor Brodner and Jack Dolan, and they want to start a riot in your grandmother’s living room. Their latest record, Wild Onion, is a flavorful […]
Hippo Campus band on track for success
The members of Hippo Campus are not even old enough to drink, but they’re on the brink of becoming the new face of the Indie rock genre with the recognition they’ve been getting from their latest extended play (EP) and performances. Hippo Campus is a quartet from Woodbury, Minn. The band started in 2013 and has […]
“Another Eternity” the perfect album to dance to
Purity Ring’s latest album, “Another Eternity,” is a pop album that comes across loud and clear. Although the album doesn’t deliver a new sound, the tracks do have the main components, such as powerful synthesizers and catchy vocal samples and loops, to make the listener want to dance. The album is 35 minutes long with […]
Rescheduled spring concert evokes varying student reactions
Despite setbacks in scheduling, the Hoodie Allen concert at the University of South Dakota will go on. The Campus Activities Board sponsored concert, which was slated for March 19, was rescheduled for May 5, and then again for April 13 after the artist was rushed to the hospital March 11 for a “medical emergency.” During the […]
Latest album by Father John Misty embodies appreciation
Father John Misty’s latest record “I Love You, Honeybear” is a new breed of regretful, lesson-learned, apologetic songs that let the past release you and make you appreciate what you have. It’s a concept record about Josh Tillman — Father John Misty’s alter ego, and his relationship with his wife, Emma. The record is 44 […]
Greeks prepare for 92nd annual Strollers performance
Comedy and music will soon reign supreme in Aalfs Auditorium at Slagle Hall as University of South Dakota Greek members present their 92nd annual Strollers show this weekend. Strollers is one of USD’s longest traditions, and is an event filled with theatrical skits from sororities and fraternities on campus. Lindsay Sparks, adviser of Strollers, helps coordinate […]
MUSIC REVIEW: Alvvays’ music doesn’t seem original
Recently I’ve been feeling the need to take a trip to Seattle and visit a depressing coffee shop to reflect on my pathetic “love life” after listening to Alvvays’ newest self-titled record. It’s not a typo — they’re called Alvvays but pronounced “always.” I discovered them when I watched their KEXP radio station performance on […]
Honors adviser pushes students to new heights
Susan Hackemer, associate director of the University of South Dakota’s Honors Program, goes beyond the usual role of an academic adviser. Hackemer, who has worked in the Honors department since 1999, said she encourages students to challenge themselves to go beyond their limits to thrive in college. “It’s nature to take the easy course,” she […]
Pom Pom delivers ‘spine chilling’ music
You know how they say “never judge a book by its cover”? It’s the same with music — never judge a record by its album artwork. As I saw the pink artwork for the new Ariel Pink record, I kept these wise words in mind. Pink’s newest record, “Pom Pom,” came out in November 2014. I […]