Sunday, January 18

Album review: Maggie Rogers embraces new sound while letting vocals shine in ‘Surrender’

This post was updated July 31 at 10:01 p.m. Wherever Maggie Rogers goes, that is where listeners should be. In her sophomore studio album, “Surrender,” Rogers departs from the acoustic folk pop sound that first distinguished her music and boldly leans into the energy associated with her self-attributed status as a “witchy feminist rock star.” But staying true to the dimensional essence of her past discography, Rogers demonstrates a renewed sense of artistry via emotional and sonic risks that, together, compliment the cathartics of her surrender to love, even when the production of some tracks does not reflect that experience as masterfully as others. Read more...

Photo: Maggie Rogers looks straight ahead in a black-and-white close-up shot. The singer-songwriter released her sophomore album, “Surrender,” on Friday. (Courtesy of Capitol Records)


Album review: Lizzo’s 4th studio album ‘Special’ is ready 2 Be Loved

This post was updated July 17, 2022 at 10:45 p.m.  From reveling in holidays to embracing love in all its forms, Lizzo’s latest album encompasses all that is special. Read more...

Photo: A black and white photo of Lizzo gazing upward serves as the cover for her latest album, “Special.” The singer released her fourth studio album Friday. (Courtesy of Nice Life/Atlantic Recording Corporation)




Pianist Inna Faliks to perform pieces that modernize Beethoven, Ravel classics

Inna Faliks is changing the tune on familiar classics. On June 22 at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, the head of piano performance will play a concert featuring Ludwig Van Beethoven’s “Bagatelles, Op. Read more...

Photo: On June 22, Inna Faliks will perform modern responses to works by Beethoven and Ravel, including compositions by composers Tamir Hendelman and Billy Childs. (Left to right: Courtesy of Tamir Hendelman, Courtesy of Billy Child, Courtesy of Lisa Marie Mazzucco)



UCLA student Jack Drinker strikes a chord with authentic songwriting skills

Jack Drinker strives to remind the world that no one is alone. With roots stemming from choir and musical theater, the fourth-year music history and industry student said he has immersed himself in music since he was a child. Read more...

Photo: Fourth-year music history and industry student, Jack Drinker sits in a row of blue bleachers. As a musician and songwriter, Drinker has created works highlighting personal growth and mental health. (August Suchecki/Daily Bruin)



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