Monday, June 23


Q&A: Grammy-nominated alumna talks mix of traditional, modern elements in her music

Lupita Infante is putting a modern spin on tradition. The alumna is nominated for a Grammy Award in the best regional Mexican music album (including Tejano) category for her debut album, “La Serenata.” Though the awards will be held virtually on March14, Infante said it is an honor to be nominated in the same category as some of her musical idols. Read more...

Photo: (Courtesy of Lupita Infante)


Album review: ‘UNLOCKED 1.5’ is the intergalactic remix sequel nobody asked for

Denzel Curry and Kenny Beats prove the sequel will never be as good as the original. As the second collaborative album between Denzel Curry and Kenny Beats, “UNLOCKED 1.5” serves as a cosmic-sounding complement to their 2020 release “UNLOCKED.” The almost-identical track list of “UNLOCKED 1.5” is a lo-fi electronic reimagination of the previous album, featuring new verses from several artists like Benny the Butcher, Joey Bada$$ and Smino. Read more...

Photo: (Courtesy of Loma Vista Recordings)





Alumna shares vocal ability, engages with Instagram followers via 60-second clips

Not a lot happens in a minute, but for Alex Isley, 60 seconds is all it takes. Alumna and vocalist Isley said her weekly “#60secondthursdays” musical series on Instagram provides her with a creative outlet and a way to connect with her followers. Read more...

Photo: Alumna Alex Isley is holding a weekly Instagram series where she posts 60-second videos of her covering songs that her followers suggest. Isley said the series has helped her rediscover familiar songs in a new way. (Javier Jauregui/Daily Bruin)



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