OPINION: Music has defined culture throughout history
During tumultuous time periods, music and culture influence one another to create the cultural zeitgeist 

The only true universal language is music. Every country, state, territory, region and nation understands the melodic meaning behind those 12 basic notes. Music is an art that spans across […]

REVIEW: Tyler the Creator’s “CHROMAKOPIA”
A look into the meaning, reception and creation of Tyler the Creator’s eighth studio album

After three years, Tyler the Creator has once again risen to the No. 1 spot in the charts with his new album “CHROMAKOPIA”, released on Oct. 28. It being his […]

Boston Brass performs at UI to celebrate the 38th season 
The quintet blends musicianship and humor, setting the tone for a season of diverse performances at UI

Every year, the University of Idaho hosts four concerts in the Administration Building Auditorium. These concerts are known as the “Auditorium Chamber Music Series.” The first of this year’s series […]

UI AsiaPOP! brings Korean punk to Moscow
Korean indie rock documentary and punk band God of Universe feature at Kenworthy Theatre

On the evening of Tuesday, Sept. 10, Moscow locals and University of Idaho students gathered at the Kenworthy Theatre for an AsiaPOP! event. Attendees were treated to a free screening […]

RAGS AND RICHES comes to campus  
Alt-pop duo brings high-energy performance to Vandals on Sept. 5

Get ready, Vandals! The high-energy alt-pop duo RAGS AND RICHES, made up of brothers Tanner and Peyton Whitt from Lexington, Kentucky, are bringing their electrifying sound to the University of […]

Is Recession Pop Back in 2024?
Kesha, Charli XCX, and Chappell Roan are a few artists bringing back “recession pop”—but are we in a recession now?

Recession or not, trashy pop music is back in full swing during 2024. Music has always shaped culture, and culture has always shaped music. So, what does the return of […]

Brat: Simplicity is powerful
Despite the simple cover, the album is actually quite complex

In a world where everyone experiences situations that may be easy for some but hard for others, it is difficult for an artist to express their feelings without being seen […]