Beyonce’s “Lemonade” is sweet and sour
Does this even need an intro? Queen B just released another album, titled “Lemonade.” While there is much to be said about such an...
“Helter Seltzer” comes out a little stale
“Why not keep this interesting?” lead vocalist Keith Murray belts out on opening track, “Buckle.” This lyric serves as the controlling idea for “Helter...
The posthumous record we’ve all been waiting for
First off, let’s address the elephant in the room. This is not another cash grab attempt exploiting the reputation of J Dilla. This is...
Under The Radar: Issue 25
At the Highlander, we consistently review and analyze music by more famous artists. However, there are many musicians who receive less attention so here...
A most exciting piece of “Junk”
M83 blows the doors off with their newest effort, and it delivers a solid sense of optimism and epic scale in its sound. Consequently...
“Cleopatra” shows The Lumineers at their most tranquil
I first listened to The Lumineers’ self-titled debut back in the height of their popularity in early 2013. The catchy piano and acoustic instrumentals...
Damn Andrew, back at it again with the harmonies
Andrew Bird’s 13th studio album, “Are You Serious,” brings back Bird’s distinctive harmonies, lush instrumentation and brilliant lyrics to create a tapestry of Americana...
Under the Radar: Issue 24
At the Highlander, we consistently review and analyze music by more famous artists. However, there are many musicians who receive less attention so here...
Weezer brings back nostalgic vibes with “The White Album”
“The White Album” was partially a relief to me. With a legendary band like Weezer that has been around for so long, the release...
Still levitating: Kendrick Lamar’s “untitled unmastered.”
When I was in the 10th grade I had an internally self-declared archnemesis. He was my classmate and, internally, I hated him. He hated...