Julia Maciel
Shakira successfully incorporates mature themes in her new album
Shakira’s self-titled new album, “Shakira,” is a mixture of reggae, pop, Spanish and rock melodies combined with a few poetic and acoustic songs. This...
Lea Michele’s “Louder”: loud, but not much else
With “Louder,” Lea Michele has released her very first album with Columbia Records as a solo recording artist. Most of her work has been...
Katy Perry “Prism” Review
California girl Katy Perry’s fourth studio album, “Prism,” is full of hit songs which reflect her bubbly and eccentric personality. Although several of her...
Miley Cyrus “Bangerz” Review
It’s impossible to have heard nothing about Miley Cyrus lately, whether it’s regarding her half-naked routine at the VMAs or admitting that her songs...
Kings of Leon “Mechanical Bull” Music Review
Kings of Leon’s recently-released sixth album, “Mechanical Bull,” delves into family issues, hardships and the personal troubles of lead vocalist, Caleb Followill. Despite these...
Catching the Last Laugh with Key & Peele
UCR’s “Last Laugh” 2013 was a night of jokes about ethnicities, popular movies, sex and even students. The stars of the performance were Comedy...
30 Seconds to Mars “Love Lust Faith + Dreams” Album Review
Southern California’s own 30 Seconds to Mars has released another stellar album with “Love Lust Faith + Dreams.” As the title suggests, the band...
Demi Lovato “Demi” Album Review
After her career with Disney ended, Demi Lovato's struggles and triumphs came to a head in 2011 with her heartbreaking single, "Skyscraper." Although the...