Olivia Weinzapfel
Articles
A look behind Mac Miller’s ‘Circles’
On Jan. 17, 2020, Mac Miller’s posthumous album was released, a little over a year after his sudden and tragic death. The album, Circles, was produced and finished by Jon Brion, per the request of Mac’s family. Brion, who had helped Mac work on the project before his passing, released it on his behalf as his last album and last piece of work for the world to hear.
‘Hollywood’s Bleeding’ seeps through the cracks of normality, even for Post Malone
With plenty of variety in respects to style, thematics and featured artists, "Hollywood’s Bleeding" proves to be an exemplary work that showcases Post Malone’s creative abilities.
Travis Scott soars to the top in ‘Look Mom I Can Fly’ documentary
‘Look Mom I Can Fly’ is a must-see documentary about one of the most ingenious and dedicated artists of our lifetime.
Mac DeMarco’s ‘Here Comes the Cowboy’ rides in on a dry note
Mac DeMarco, who was once deemed the king of indie music, might be taking a step down from his throne, as hinted at in his latest album, 'Here Comes the Cowboy.'
AJR’s ‘Neotheater’ provides songs for the subjective soul
In their third album, ‘Neotheater', AJR puts on a production that follows a journey of growing up and self-reflection.
Mat Kerekes solo album, ‘Ruby’ is a refreshing melodic gem
Kerekes interpretation of American alt-rock on 'Ruby' is modernly stylized and refreshing to the world of music.
With ‘Us,’ Jordan Peele proves he isn’t just a one-hit wonder
Jordan Peele’s ideas and cinematic skills are completely out of the ordinary and authentic, and ‘Us’ is his second film to prove that.
An interview with a rising star: Cory Cooper
The L.A. based singer and songwriter dropped his first EP on March 8. His songs are composed of subjected balladry weaved with audibly entrancing pop beats. As a very self-motivated creator with a strong passion, Cooper is working his way into the world of music as a bold and truly unique artist.
Methods of the madness behind Disney's live-action remakes
As long as Disney’s film creators continue to use these methods of reeling us and our nostalgia in, it’s easy to see why they are delivering remake after remake. As the generation who grew up watching Disney films, it makes sense that producers will be trying to remake as many as they can in the next few years while we’re becoming adults and reminiscing over our childhoods.
Young the Giant @ Elliot Hall of Music, Purdue University (2/21/19)
Young the Giant performed at Elliot Hall of Music at Purdue University on Feb. 21. The overall performance had its faults, but they were canceled out by the outstanding music, electrifying light show and energetic efforts of the band members.