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November 16, 12:52 pm

Alumni rock band MyVeronica pursues catharsis with live shows, new single

This post was updated Nov. 24 at 9:06 p.m. MyVeronica is bringing universal catharsis through the intimately personal. The rock band – currently consisting of UCLA alumni Mia Lin, Charlie Havenick, Tristin Souvannarath and Hovhannes Tamrazyan – recently released a new single, “Calf,” on Nov. Read more...

Photo: The four members of rock band MyVeronica look at the camera with serious expressions on their faces. The group was formed in 2021 after a Halloween show in Westwood, and currently consists of UCLA alumni Mia Lin, Charlie Havenick, Tristin Souvannarath and Hovhannes Tamrazyan. (Courtesy of Melissa Niles)

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November 15, 10:19 pm

Album review: Mary J. Blige’s ‘Gratitude’ showcases R&B legend if thematically scattered

This post was updated Nov. 17 at 9:00 p.m. Mary J. Blige’s latest album is an LP that her fans can be mostly grateful for. The “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul” released her fifteenth studio album “Gratitude” on Friday. Read more...

Photo: Mary J. Blige sits on a black couch while wearing her red hair in a high bun and a black outfit with white polka dots on the cover of her fifteenth studio album, “Gratitude.” The nine-time Grammy winner’s new LP was released Friday and features collaborations with artists such as Fabolous, Fat Joe and FERG. (Courtesy of 300 Entertainment LLC. and Mary Jane Productions Inc.)

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November 14, 3:34 pm

Saxophonists play through contemporary scales, interactive modes at fall recital

This fall, UCLA musicians will perform saxophone pieces ranging from classical to contemporary. Taking place Sunday, the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music’s Fall Saxophone Studio Recital promises an unconventional blend of 20th- and 21st-century compositions. Read more...

Photo: A student wearing a gray shirt and black pants plays the saxophone alongside a pianist. The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music will hold its Fall Saxophone Studio Recital at the Ostin Music Center’s Ensemble Room on Nov. 17. (Courtesy of The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music)

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November 12, 10:32 pm

Winner Takes All: Examining Tyler, The Creator’s genre-blending discography for his greatest album

This post was last updated Nov. 14 at 9:50 p.m. Editor’s note: This article contains mentions of violence that may be disturbing to some readers. It has been more than two weeks since Tyler, The Creator released his seventh studio album, “CHROMAKOPIA,” but the dynamic artist has been releasing unforgettable music for more than a decade. Read more...

Photo: A collage of Tyler, The Creator’s seven studio album covers shows the rapper’s discography from 2011 to 2024. In the top row are his albums “Goblin,” “Wolf,” “Cherry Bomb” and “Flower Boy,” and in the bottom row are his LPs “IGOR,” “CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST” and “CHROMAKOPIA.” (“Goblin” photo courtesy of Tyler, The Creator under exclusive license to XL Recordings Ltd. “Wolf” and “Cherry Bomb” photos courtesy of Odd Future LLC. “Flower Boy,” “IGOR,” “CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST” and “CHROMAKOPIA” photos courtesy of Columbia Records, a Division of Sony Music Entertainment. Design by Lindsey Murto/Design director)

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November 11, 4:32 pm

UCLA alumnus EJ Chen’s multifaceted approach to music showcases evolving artistry

This post was updated Nov. 19 at 11:23 p.m. EJ Chen is turning raw emotion into songs that resonate. The UCLA alumnus released his latest single, “MAKE IT QUICK,” on Oct. Read more...

Photo: EJ Chen plays a green and white electric guitar under pink, yellow and green lights during a performance at the Troubadour. The alumnus released his latest single “MAKE IT QUICK” on Oct. 25. (Courtesy of Cameron Chen)

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November 7, 4:30 pm

Student Ariel Tan mixes heritage, pop culture in growing musical career

This post was updated Nov. 11 at 8:35 p.m. To reach others through music, Ariel Tan stays true to herself. The fourth-year Asian American studies student said she has been writing songs for most of her life. Read more...

Photo: Singer-songwriter Ariel Tan stands next to the beach at sunset with a pink and white flower in her hair. The fourth-year Asian American studies student said her sonic inspirations are artists such as Bruno Mars and Kehlani. (Courtesy of Ananya Tan)


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