To listen to Kacey Musgraves’s most recent album, Golden Hour, is to spend 45 minutes with a collection of country music that moves so easily toward pop that you may forget who you’re even listening to.
opinion: Grammy nominations fail to recognize outstanding artist
The 61st annual Grammys will be Feb. 10. Frequently appearing names on the nominations list include Cardi B, Drake, Brandi Carlile, Kacey Musgraves, Janelle Monáe, and Post Malone.
opinion: Rising female artist’s debut album leaves lingering impact
Maggie Rogers is the next big name you should know in music.
opinion: First posthumous XXXTentacion album mediocre, unfinished
If you’re up to date on your music memes, you’ll know SoundCloud rap is home to the most bizarre-acting and looking musicians of the modern day, all of whom I’ve wanted to grab by the shoulders and say, “calm down.”
Music fraternity begins spring recruitment, hosts events
The OCU chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia has begun their rush process for the Spring 2019 semester.
Opinion: YouTuber turned R&B artist starts off strong with debut album
From the great hive of SoundCloud, an internet musician is born every other minute who thinks to himself, “If The Weeknd did it, so can I!” and joins the ever-growing roster of cloud rap, lo-fi, trip hop, alternative R&B acts that multiply at the rate of rabbits.
Ad Astra gains off-campus performance opportunities
The Ad Astra choir has been given a new off-campus performance opportunity.
Musicology curriculum changes, new classes offered to students
The two musicology seminars for the fall semester are American Music during the Depression and World War II, and Sound and Religion.
Project 21 members prepare music for three new concerts
Officials plans to collaborate with other schools and universities for upcoming concerts.
Anything Goes: Behind the Auditions [Video]
More than 300 students auditioned for the Bass School of Music’s spring production of Anything Goes. Watch the what the process is like.
Project 21 prepares for its last concert of the semester
Project 21 just finished its third concert and is preparing for the last concert of the semester.
Music professor trains to run 50 miles for scholarship
Dr. Erik Heine, associate professor of music, is competing in an endurance challenge to raise money for a scholarship.
10 reactions to the puppy-monkey-baby commercial by major
Mountain Dew used a puppy-monkey-dog to advertise their kickstart drink. This commercial generated many thoughts, so I organized some comments by major.
Callie Dewees responds to song lyric questions
I only asked questions that appear in songs. Callie Dewees, acting freshman, used these lyrics to convey her goals and thoughts on life.
Entertainment news round-up for Apr. 26
Cleveland Playhouse is the newest recipient of the 2015 Regional Theater Tony Award. The Ohio theater is heading into its 100th season as a champion of new works. The rest of the Tony nominations will be announced on April 28. For more on the Cleveland Playhouse and the Tonys, click here. Jay Z took to Twitter…
Music students fulfill requirements
By Kyle Wallace, Staff Writer Undergraduate students are expected to complete a comprehensive assignment at the end of their four years at OCU, but music performance majors must complete two recitals before they can walk across the stage donned in a robe and mortarboard. Music performance juniors and seniors must give recitals to fulfill degree…
Music, theater celebrities to give master classes, concert
By Kyle Wallace, Staff Writer Music and theater students will have the opportunity to gain insight into the entertainment industry from two famous performers without leaving campus. Two-time Grammy and Tony award winner Patti LuPone will engage with students in a Q&A session at 3 p.m. March 6 in Petree Recital Hall in Kirkpatrick Fine…
Canadian Brass to perform in Distinguished Artist Series
A world-renowned brass group will open the 2015 Distinguished Artist Series this February.
OCU professor completes 24 hour race
Dr. Erik Heine, professor of music theory, completed a 24 hour run this October. The 24 the Hard Way race raised money for the Special Friends Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing information and resources for families with children suffering from Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome.
Two operas open this weekend, sharing the stage
The first production of the mainstage opera season will open Friday, Nov. 14.The production will differ from past shows, as two one-act operas will be performed on the same evening, instead of one.
On the Town: what to do this weekend in OKC 11/7
What to do in OKC this weekend, Nov. 7-9.
Entertainment news round-up for Oct. 27
In a stunning change of course, Regal Cinemas has entertained the notion of going from being one of the biggest buyers in the movie theater acquisition market to potentially being sold. “We’re all excited about the years 2015, 2016 and I’m going to be aggressive and say even 2017,” said Regal CEO Amy Miles. “I think that (in the)…
“Bat Boy: the Musical” opens on campus
Bat Boy: The Musical opens on Friday to help celebrate Halloween on campus. Performances will be at 8 p.m. and midnight Friday, 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday.
Entertainment news round-up for Oct. 23
Martin Scorsese will serve as executive producer on an upcoming authorized documentary on The Grateful Dead, directed by Amir Bar-Lev. “The Grateful Dead were more than just a band,” Scorsese said. “They were their own planet, populated by millions of devoted fans. I’m very happy that this picture is being made and proud to be…
“Bonnie and Clyde” musical staged at OCU
Sarah Feist, music theater sophomore, asks Matt Flowers, music theater sophomore, for a dance in the Opera and Music Theater Company’s production of “Bonnie and Clyde.” The musical made its Oklahoma premiere on Oct. 3 at OCU. Photo: Anna Ediger
Music professor trains for philanthropic race
One professor on campus is taking “run for your life” to a whole new level.
Dr. Erik Heine, professor of music theory, will run a 24-hour race in October to raise money for the Special Friends Foundation.
