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The dream-pop duo Beach House has released “Become,” which expands off of their previous experimental projects. 

Criticism: Beach House’s ‘Become’

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
May 8, 2023
After over a decade of success in the industry, Angel Olsen, the indie folk star, has released her next musical venture, “Forever Means.” 

Criticism: Angel Olsen’s ‘Forever Means’

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
April 30, 2023
April 7 saw the simultaneous releases of rap artists Drake, Lil Yachty and Joey Bada$$. Here are all of their singles, reviewed by album critic Shea Kissell.

Three singles from three artists, reviewed

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
April 26, 2023
After losing their lead vocalist, Black Country, New Road’s future was questionable. But now, they’ve proved they have everything it takes to keep going.

Black Country, New Road returns from near break-up with a promising album

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
April 18, 2023
Yves Tumor’s latest album, “Hot Between Worlds,” showcases their best talents, and where they still need to grow. 

Yves Tumor expands their discography with another genre-blending release

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
April 3, 2023
Colombian-American singer Kali Uchis posing in her music video "La Luz."

Criticism: ‘Red Moon in Venus’

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
March 10, 2023
The virtual band Gorillaz recent release of “Cracker Island” delivers fun song after fun song. 

Criticism: Gorillaz’ ‘Cracker Island’

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
March 2, 2023
Souvlaki

Shoegaze classic “Souvlaki” turns 30

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
February 24, 2023
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Remembering Kallendorf

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
February 22, 2023
Valentine's Day (copy)

The 10 Best Valentine’s Day Songs

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
February 10, 2023
Mac DeMarco

Criticism: ‘Five Easy Hot Dogs’ can’t get much easier

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
February 5, 2023
A lot of music was released in 2022. Some of it was good, some of it wasn’t. Here are the best. 

Top Albums of 2022

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
January 27, 2023
Students work out at the Southside Student Recreation Center on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022. 

Aggie gymgoers share unique experiences, words of advice

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
November 18, 2022
The "Focusing on Asia" exhbit houses collection of artifacts both inspired by and crafted in the far east located on the second floor of the Memorial Student Center.

Forsyth Gallery dives into difficult topic of cultural appropriation

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
November 14, 2022
Arts Criticism writer Shea Kissel writes about “Her Loss” the new collaborative Drake/21 Savage album.

Criticism: ‘Her Loss’ barely delivers on what it promised and nothing more

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
November 10, 2022
Smithereens

Criticism: ‘SMITHEREENS’ leaves you wanting more

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
November 8, 2022
Lil Baby

Criticism: ‘It’s Only Me’ showcases Lil Baby at his least interesting

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
October 30, 2022
Halloween Ends

‘Halloween Ends’ offers satisfying conclusions and cinematic slashin’

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
October 24, 2022
Texas A&M's student jazz ensemble performed their final concert of the semester on Sunday, Nov. 21 with a holiday-themed music selection. 

University Jazz Ensembles showcases students’ groovy musical talents

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
October 16, 2022
Arts criticism writer Shea Kissell reviews Kid Cudi's debut animated film "Entergalactic."

Criticism: ‘Entergalactic’: Kid Cudi’s last album and first film

By Shea Kissell @SheaKissell
October 11, 2022
Wynn Wynn and Camille Borja, hosts of the radio show The Highs and The Lows, talk in the KANM recording studio on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022.

KANM: Transcending stereotypes, genres

By Shea Kissell @sheakissell
October 5, 2022
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