Music
Shoebox is an ode to queerness and cultural identity
July 19, 2023By: Olivia Visser, Copy Editor Content warning: mention of intergenerational trauma. It’s been a while since I’ve listened to an album in one sitting, but Kimmortal’s new release, Shoebox, had me doing so with ease. Kimmortal is an established and well-loved “queer non-binary Filipinx rapper” based in so-called Vancouver, BC. They’ve received widespread acclaim for their creative soundscapes, visual art, and music. Released on July 7, Shoebox brings together an…
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In Case You Missed It: Demon Days by Gorillaz
July 7, 2023By: Hana Hoffman, Peak Associate I want to bring you back to May 11, 2005, when Gorillaz released their second studio album, Demon Days. This album will take you on a journey to a fictional world that mirrors our own.…
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Songs to listen to when you’re going through it
July 5, 2023By: Isabella Urbani, Staff Writer PHOTO: Courtesy of Cult Records “When You Were Made” by The Growlers Best lyric: You were the reason, they stuck around / But you’re old enough now The vibe: You’re…
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Monday Music: Songs in solidarity
June 27, 2023By: C Icart, Humour Editor On June 15, the Teaching Support Staff Union (TSSU) escalated strike actions and began picketing around campus. As a reminder, the TSSU is “fighting for better compensation and cost of living adjustments, better health benefits…
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Mary Ancheta Quartet takes cinematic jazz to the Next Level
June 13, 2023By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor I was intrigued by the track titles on Mary Ancheta Quartet’s EP, Level Up, released on June 2; “Grease the Wheel” and “Gotta Get it” instil being in motion, which is exactly what…
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New Music: Täbï Yösha teases debut EP with two sultry singles
May 15, 2023By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor As a trained singer and dancer, Täbï Yösha has long been a go-getter in Quebec’s music scene, collaborating with artists and dipping her toes in many genres. From jazz and classical to hip-hop…
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Trends in music
April 4, 2023By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor In: Atmospheric motifs Atmospheres pull an album together and make it much more memorable. This is how Caroline Polachek’s album, Desire, I want to turn into you, sets itself apart. The way Polachek…
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New Music: Vivek Shraya releases single and announces new album, Baby You’re Projecting
March 20, 2023By: C Icart, Staff Writer My first encounter with Vivek Shraya’s work was through her book, I’m Afraid of Men. Shraya’s powerful account of her relationship with masculinity in the context of homophobia, transphobia, and misogyny was unfortunately very relatable…
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New Music: “Sinisin” is melancholic and full of yearning in the very best way
March 16, 2023By: Hannah Kazemi, Staff Writer Emét gives off soft indie-folk vibes with their single, “Sinisin,” their most recent release following their EP, Carlin’s Farm. “Sinisin” was my introduction to Emét’s funky discography, and it sent me down a rabbit hole…
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New Music: Singles and music videos from February
March 7, 2023Editor's note: This article was updated on March 8 to correct the release date for Witch Prophet's album. By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor PHOTO: Quest “INtrlD” by OK Naledi Released on Valentine’s Day along…
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