For many people, playlist curation is an art that they’ve dabbled in since getting their first iPhone, computer, or even iPod Touch. It can be gratifying to put on a perfectly created playlist when you’re in a rush and don’t have time to queue up songs. Or, when you’re in a specific mood that simply needs a certain genre to back it up. That is where Spotify’s daylist comes into play. From a “masterpiece angelic friday morning” to “self-sabotaging folk punk friday night,” Spot

Everyone knows or has heard of The Strokes. If you haven’t heard of them though, they are an American indie-rock band that burst onto the scene in the 2000s with their outstanding debut album, Is This It. It’s been 6 years since their award-winning album The New Abnormal dropped and fans were beyond excited for the newest studio release, Reality Awaits. For their previous album, The New Abnormal, the Strokes teamed up with producer Rick Rubin, who previously produced for the

Flashback to 2021: picture me, 15 years old with all the angst and drama that comes from being a teenage girl in the 2020s, listening to Olivia Rodrigo’s debut single “drivers license” in my bed. I’m sure you can imagine the teary-eyed music-video montage that played in my head at that time. Many of you can relate to that scene as well! If you had told my younger self that in 2026, she’d be flying to Orange County, California to see Olivia’s first all-women musician festival,

Can you feel it? The slight chill in the air, the leaves dropping to the ground? After what seemed like the hottest summer of all time, fall is finally around the corner. Here at Redhawk Radio, we’re gearing up for the moody season with some of our favorite ways to enjoy autumn! Song Recommendations: “Graceland Too” by Phoebe Bridgers Pick by Ella Giuffre: Co-Music Director The song’s slow feel and calming nature is exactly how fall feels. “Rosyln” by Bon Iver Pick by Lili C

What makes a concept album a concept album, how the idea became popularized, and some personal favorite concept albums all in one article. To understand the history of the concept album, it is necessary to understand the concept of a concept album. A concept album is an album (obviously) in which all songs have a central theme, narrative, or cohesive idea instead of just a bunch of songs thrown together to reach the album standard. This theme, narrative, or idea can be achie

It's been a hectic school year, and not to mention a crazy 2026. Does anyone else feel like work has been non-stop these past few months? The semester is wrapping up, and more than ever, everyone needs to relax to some good music. I'm sure I'm not the only one who's felt stressed and uptight lately, and is desperately looking forward to letting loose this summer! There's no better feeling than a warm breeze hitting your face while the excitement of new music fills your spirit

Alexa…play “Please Don’t…” by K.Will….. This past year has been big for LGBTQ+ fans of K-Pop. From genderless group concepts to openly queer idols, the industry has seen a positive growth in queer representation and acceptance. PT. 1: “I don’t explain, I just exist” - “Dirty Baby”, XLOV January 7th, 2025 marked the debut of XLOV, a K-Pop group with a genderless concept consisting of four members: Wumuti, Hyun, Rui, and Haru. The majority of members appeared on K-Pop survival

As the world warms up, beavers are taking the pressures of climate change into their little paws and offering a helping hand to us humans. Albeit unintentionally, but helping nonetheless! And as an ode to these wetland dwelling creatures, I have curated a few songs that feel beaver-ish in nature to go along with my informational narrative about these cool guys. “You Are Invited” by Dismemberment Plan “You are invited / By anyone to do anything” When beavers inhabit an area,

Trying is so in again. Nonchalance is out. Didn’t you hear? Following her hit single “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!” earlier this year, RAYE blessed the masses with her sophomore album THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. And if you’re keen on the theatrics imbued in that sentence, then you’re going to love her latest release. This album is big and utterly unapologetic. It’s full of jazz ensembles, operatic riffs, orchestral movements, brass, and strings for days. And whether or not that so

After two false springs, spring is finally here! The melancholia of winter has thawed into joy and vibrance, both outside and in our playlists. Here are some songs that have entered our daily rotations. “I’ll Believe in Anything” by Wolf Parade Pick by Kas Batchelor: writer Beyond the relevance Heated Rivalry brought to this song, it’s a beautiful anthem about hope and connection with others. As the year progresses and nature changes with it, this song feels like a reminder t

Many female musicians face higher criticism than male musicians and the term “performative” is just another layer to the same criticism that has been in the mainstream for many years. I recently had dinner with a couple of my friends to catch up. At one point, my friend told a story that they saw someone reading in public and called him “performative” and made fun of him for it, insinuating he fit the “performative male” stereotype. That got me thinking, has the term “perfor

Although I love heavy instrumental layering and electrifying beat drops (Alexa, play Punch by NCT 127), relaxed and atmospheric music also holds a place in my heart. Days that feel weary and tender create a need for intimate and reflective sounds. This music does not lack; rather, it communicates what’s necessary to provide listeners with awe, serenity, and resonance. This sound is tasteful and organic, relying on selective melodic elements and lyrical emphasis to more deeply

Harry Styles has officially made his return to the limelight with his fourth studio album, Kiss All the Time. Disco Occasionally — and as someone with a framed Pilgrim Harry poster on my bedroom wall, I was looking forward to this album! While I have recognized that over the years Styles has leaned heavily into safe-pop, with the occasional hints of disco groove and dance-worthy beats — I had hope for this upcoming release. There’s no better time to drop an album promising da

Vote for 7 artists, once per day until April 3rd at rockhall.com/2026-nominees/ On February 25th the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame released the official 2026 nominees which includes 17 different artists as well as 10 first-time nominees. So, who are these nominees, why are they nominated, and who should you vote for? I can’t answer that last one, but I can provide a quick summary of each artist as well as 1 song recommendation to help you expand your music knowledge. While I’m a

In 1988 Minnesota, David Brom murdered his entire family with an axe. Where most people saw a tragedy, experimental San Francisco area band Negativland saw an opportunity. They were able to craft a hoax surrounding the incident, thus creating a masterful work of music that explored themes of mass media manipulation, religious trauma, and public gullibility. “Christianity is Stupid” Negativland released the album Escape From Noise in 1987. The album itself is noisy and indust

I’m replaying A$AP Rocky’s new song “PUNK ROCKY.” This track is such a vibe and makes me feel like a lovesick punk kid. It's emotional and witty, creating an alternative hip-hop sound filled with grunge and melodic rap. Call me uncultured because this is my first time listening to A$AP Rocky. I don’t blame you, but don’t worry, I’m eager to expand my taste and dive into the experimental rap/hip-hop genre. “PUNK ROCKY” may be my introduction to A$AP Rocky, but it won’t be the

The day of love, Valentine’s Day, is just around the corner. Music goes hand in hand with a holiday about expressing our love for one another. Music is such a powerful tool that allows musicians to show their most vulnerable feelings to their audience. Songs about love are some of the most passionate and beautiful music has to offer. A love songs’ ability to convey the feeling not only through lyrics, but through the sound of the instruments and backtracks make them one of my

When I was a young teenager, it was my dream to go to Coachella. I spent hours in class fantasizing about the outfit I was going to wear and the tumblr-coded pictures I was going to take in front of the ferris wheel. You wouldn’t understand unless you were an adolescent in 2016, but Coachella was far more than just a festival. It was a place of joy, happiness, and colorful bohemian outfits. It was iconic for its overaccessorizing jewelry, flower crowns, cat ears and peace sig

Seeking to expand my musical horizons, I recently discovered singer-songwriter Matthew Ifield, an emerging artist from Sydney, Australia. Focusing on love, relationships, and heartbreak, Ifield is one of the few male artists who I know to explore these concepts so openly—dare I describe him as a hopeless romantic? Ifield's charisma is naturally showcased through his soulful voice, “boy-next-door” persona, and music video performances. Tying musical nostalgia with video narra

A Grammy award is regarded as one of the most prestigious achievements somebody in the music industry can earn, with some regarding a Grammy award as the highest honor possible in a music career. It is supposed to be this ultimate gift in a series of events in the year prior that were so groundbreaking and influential in the music industry. They are evidence to affirm fans that their favorite musician is, in fact, as good as they say they are. But I’m here to tell you that th