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The Courier

Killer Kuts: Slave Two Servant - “Alethia” EP

Killer Kuts: Slave Two Servant – “Alethia” EP

Swanson is eager to demonstrate his expert technique as a musician, delivering a complex, fun and distinguished EP.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
July 15, 2024
Killer Kuts: Yukeu - “Little Less Noise EP”

Killer Kuts: Yukeu – “Little Less Noise EP”

While Yukeu demonstrates immense potential for talent, his sophomore EP falls a little short on that promise.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
July 1, 2024
The Rise of a Midwest Pop Star: “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess” Review

The Rise of a Midwest Pop Star: “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess” Review

Chappell Roan is the name on everyone’s lips this pride month. And with the impeccable debut album, it’s easy to see why.
Bee Bishop, Editor-in-Chief
June 17, 2024
Killer Klassix: Midwest Blue - “Alarm Clock EP”

Killer Klassix: Midwest Blue – “Alarm Clock EP”

Given its more “independent” nature and very concentrated sound, the EP holds up against the very time it opposes thematically throughout the entirety of the album.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
Killer Klassix: The True Blue - 2017 Singles

Killer Klassix: The True Blue – 2017 Singles

While initially challenging, the band flourished under the challenge, further pushing the sound of alternative pop, and adding their own artistic flare to each track produced during the beginning of the year.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
Killer Klassix: The True Blue 2016 Singles

Killer Klassix: The True Blue 2016 Singles

In the case of The True Blue, the search for identity is somewhere between prose-driven lyrics and small, thematic melodies that parallel experiences in life.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
February 26, 2024
Persevering to Preserve African Culture: A Celebration of Black History Month on Campus

Persevering to Preserve African Culture: A Celebration of Black History Month on Campus

Performers and audiences unite to commemorate the start of this year’s Black History Month.
Areej Khalid, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
Killer Klassix: Dance Gavin Dance - “Whatever I Say Is Royal Ocean EP”

Killer Klassix: Dance Gavin Dance – “Whatever I Say Is Royal Ocean EP”

Though there is a large lack of belief in a higher power or faith, the EP makes a very successful effort to highlight the inner turmoil of the human psyche.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
Killer Klassix: Dance Gavin Dance- Demos EP

Killer Klassix: Dance Gavin Dance- “Demos” EP

It’s something interesting to follow a band from their initial demos to being one of the biggest bands in the scene and only generating a bigger and bigger fan base.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
February 5, 2024
Killer Klassix: Hands Like Houses -; “Snow Sessions” (Re-Imagining of Ground Dweller)

Killer Klassix: Hands Like Houses -; “Snow Sessions” (Re-Imagining of Ground Dweller)

In the case of “Snow Sessions,” Hands Like Houses is made up for every artist who ever took advantage of the onlooker, breathing life and meaning into every note, chord, frame and melody composed for the four-track experience that is this EP.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
January 30, 2024
Killer Klassix: First Class - “Somewhere In The Grey”

Killer Klassix: First Class – “Somewhere In The Grey”

I guess if there is another EP that I found more human in its emotional exploration for finding middle ground, its title provides enough of an answer.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
October 30, 2023
Killer Klassix: Tsunami Bomb - “The Invasion From Within” EP

Killer Klassix: Tsunami Bomb – “The Invasion From Within” EP

The EP serves as an example of how truly terrifying the world is.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
October 30, 2023
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