Grunge is Making a Gen Z Comeback
More than three decades after grunge dominated the music industry, the genre is finding a new audience among Gen Z. Bands like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Soundgarden, which helped put …
Music
Florestan Chamber Music Debuts Student Compositions
On Tuesday, June 9, the Florestan Chamber Music ensemble performed compositions by student composers at Bellevue College. The performance took place at the Carlson Theatre at BC at 3:30 p.m. …
Do We Love The Same Sounds Universally?
Music is mystifying in all of its simplicities, representative of one of the sensory experiences that can be understood scientifically, so it begs the question of why music compels us …
30 Years of Rage Against The Machine’s Evil Empire
April 16 marked the 30-year anniversary of Rage Against The Machine’s politically rebellious album “Evil Empire,” featuring the hit single “Bulls On Parade.” The record that sent the band into …
Support New Music at Bellevue Chamber Chorus’ Concert
The Bellevue Chamber Chorus is a local group that performs music of various genres, including classical, jazz and Broadway music. Founded in 1984, they often perform for the Bellevue and …
Fans Call for Kurt Cobain Death Case to Be Reopened
“It’s better to burn out than to fade away,” said Neil Young on his 1979 track, “My My, Hey Hey (Out of the Blue).” These were the last words on …
2026 Superbowl Performers
In early October, Bad Bunny was revealed to be the performer at the Super Bowl halftime show. The Puerto Rican rapper and singer has brought Spanish music into the mainstream, …
2026 is the New 2016: The Internet’s Desire to Relive the Past
Every year, we see the rise (or recycling) of a new trend or social culture, and 2026 is no exception—especially with the ever-present nostalgia for what was only ten years …
Sunscreen & Soundscapes: A Curated Guide to Summer Around the PNW
It’s mid-July, and summer is at its peak. Here are some local events to make this season memorable. Music at the Marina Every Thursday night from July 10 to Aug. …
Jackson To Jazzin’: The Legacy of Jazz Culture in Washington
With iconic artists such as Nirvana, Jimi Hendrix, and Fleet Foxes originating from Washington State, music has always been a large part of the state’s culture. Though the alternative rock …
The Heavy Symbolism Within Kendrick Lamar’s Superbowl Performance
In a press conference prior to the Super Bowl, Kendrick Lamar told viewers to expect his halftime show to be full of “storytelling.” Lamar’s performance was incredibly multifaceted, with different …
Punk Actually Goes Punk?! Green Day and Critical Thinking
As many early 2000’s music lovers go, most have probably heard of Green Day, the punk rock band that produced top hits like Wake Me Up When September Ends, 21 …
In The Feels: A Review of the JIJI Guitar Concert at Bellevue College
The hustle and bustle of Bellevue College settled once again during the cool evening of January 17th when guitar artist, JIJI, closed the doors of Carlson Theatre. Dozens of students …
It’s A ‘Femininomenon’! The Fall and Rise of Girl-Pop Superstars
There are eras throughout the years when a certain genre of artists thrives, and when people think of music from that period of time, they often associate it with specific …
Don Toliver: The Psycho Tour’s Stop in Seattle
Last week, the streets of Seattle came alive with Don Toliver, who took the stage at the sold-out WAMU Theater, captivating a crowd that ranged from middle schoolers to middle-aged …
Charli XCX Reinvents “Brat” on Remix Album
Charli XCX’s Brat remix album offers an extension of the self-examination that defined the original record and catapulted the singer’s career to new heights. The dichotomy of Charli’s relationship to …
“A Hope for the Arts”: A Review of the Lorenzo Micheli Concert at Bellevue College
The evening of Lorenzo Micheli’s Concert on Oct. 15, 2024 in the Carlson Theatre of Bellevue College consisted of multiple compositions from a variety of classical musicians like Debussy, Mozart, …
Virtuoso: Lorenzo Micheli Performing Live at Bellevue College This October
An appreciation of music is not an uncommon trait for most people. From genre to genre, there is a sense of enjoyment when listening to tunes as we study or …
SESAC-YouTube Fallout: Song Library in Tatters
Have you recently tried to listen to one of your favorite artists and realized that you can’t find them on YouTube? If so, you’re not alone. Ever since Sept. 29, …
Seattle Music Festivals to Keep Summer Rocking: 4 Musical Events Not to Miss
Summer is the season of hot days, late nights and great memories. Therefore, it should be no surprise that one of the most popular summer pastimes is concerts and music …