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Longhorn trombone ensemble heard across ocean

Elijah Watson September 18, 2012

As Subito Bones co-creator Alex Glen begins to set up his trombone, his eyes become fixated on the instrument. He carefully attaches the horn to its slide. The mouthpiece is the final part of this musical...

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The realism of Emily Wolfe sets her apart from others

Hannah Smothers September 14, 2012

Emily Wolfe transcends the ranks of ordinary musicians. Already the charming innocence and genuineness that are all her own are apparent as she confesses that this is her very first time inside Caffe Medici....

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Dylan’s gift of visualization still dazzles

Ricky Stein September 13, 2012

“Listen to that Duquesne whistle blowin’/Blowin’ like it’s gonna sweep my world away” Opening with the innocuous, melodious chimes of “Duquesne Whistle,” Bob...

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Tango club helps students step up their game

Rene Castro September 11, 2012

Skirts are swaying and hips are moving as the UT Argentine Tango Club kicks off its classes for the fall semester. Held Monday evenings, the club gives students the opportunity to learn and practice this...

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100 Years of Woody Guthrie

Sarah-Grace Sweeney September 6, 2012

There are not many musicians who have stayed as culturally relevant for as long as Elvis, The Beatles or perhaps Bob Dylan. These musicians are known for significantly influencing the voice of American...

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Traditional music, barbecue, beer features in PTSD fundraiser

Ricky Stein September 5, 2012

Just in time for the fall semester, the Hole in the Wall — arguably the greatest college bar in the history of Western civilization — is set to unleash the Lonestar Roots Review, a two-day...

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Purity Ring debuts indie electronic album

William Malsam July 31, 2012

Purity Ring, a new electronic band hailing from the indie hotspot of Montreal, is a methodical monster that has discovered the perfect balance between human and machine elements. The group consists of...

Nas return to hip-hop scene with poignant lyrics, mature perspective

William Malsam July 24, 2012

Pain can be a great inspiration for art, and Nas has experienced plenty of it since his divorce in 2009. His new album, Life is Good has a picture of a pensive Nas, whose full name is Nasir Jones, holding...

Frank Ocean hits new highs with ambitious, personal R&B album

William Malsam July 17, 2012

Frank Ocean just may be the future of R&B; well, at least he has done everything right so far. Originally from Louisiana, Ocean moved to California after Hurricane Katrina ravaged his hometown. His...

Wild Ones features star-filled singles for dancing, not philosophizing

William Malsam July 10, 2012

Flo Rida’s Wild Ones is not a cohesive effort but rather a series of stand-alone singles, each poised to top the charts at any moment. His writers and producers have really worked his musical style...

Classic American songs to celebrate our country’s Independence Day

William Malsam July 3, 2012

It’s the Fourth of July — time to break out the barbecues, beer and fireworks. I’m sure most of you will be getting together with friends and family with the intention of having fun and...

Corgan’s passion, fresh band members combine for inventive new album

William Malsam June 26, 2012

Billy Corgan cannot be stopped. The longtime leader of The Smashing Pumpkins has lost all of his founding members, but he is still moving forward. The Pumpkins are his band, his dream, and if he wants...

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