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Horrorcore hip hop albums to spookify your Halloween

Horrorcore hip hop albums to spookify your Halloween

Michael Lewinbuk, General Life&Arts Reporter October 31, 2023

Inspired by horror movies, occultism and death metal, horrorcore proves one of the more radical subgenres of hip hop. With a sound characterized by transgressive and exaggerated lyrics about violence,...

Jeremy Zucker performs at Emo’s for the second stop of his “is nothing sacred?” tour on Oct. 26, 2023.

Liveshot: Jeremy Zucker’s ‘Is Nothing Sacred? The Tour’ transports audience to pastoral paradise

Amelia Engstrom, Senior Life&Arts Reporter October 30, 2023

The vibrant hues of wildflowers peppered the green grass adorning Emo’s stage on Thursday as Jeremy Zucker on his “Is Nothing Sacred? the Tour” paid Austin a visit.  Known for his introspective...

‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ serves up brilliant vault tracks, timeless pop

‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ serves up brilliant vault tracks, timeless pop

Trisha Dasgupta, Associate Life&Arts editor October 30, 2023

With three No. 1 singles and the Grammy for 2016’s Album of the Year, Taylor Swift’s 1989 came as a monumental moment both in popular culture and Swift’s career. On Oct. 27, nine years to the day...

The Daily Texan’s playlist for intense study sessions

The Daily Texan’s playlist for intense study sessions

Trinity Orosco, General Life&Arts Reporter October 27, 2023

As the midpoint in the semester passes, assignments and exams begin to pile up. In preparation for inevitable cramming sessions, The Daily Texan curated a playlist that pairs perfectly with coffee shop...

Courtesy of the Butler School of Music

The UT Butler School of Music’s La Bohème makes classic Italian opera relatable, accessible to students

Atahan Koksoy, General Life&Arts Reporter October 27, 2023

On a busy Friday night at the McCullough Theater, ushers hand out programs as guests enter, but some seats stay empty by the time the doors are closed. The audience quiets as the curtains rise, revealing...

Q&A: Texas-raised songwriter Grace Gardner talks new single 'Cleanup Dive,' upcoming EP

Q&A: Texas-raised songwriter Grace Gardner talks new single ‘Cleanup Dive,’ upcoming EP

Charlotte Karner, General Life&Arts Reporter October 25, 2023

Singer-songwriter Grace Gardner shares personal and emotional stories about their queerness, mental health and growing up in Texas through their music. Spending a semester at UT before transferring to...

6 punk, hardcore bands to check out locally

6 punk, hardcore bands to check out locally

Rob Paine, General Life&Arts Reporter October 24, 2023

A hotbed for punk bands and culture, Austin continues that tradition today with a new generation wielding their guitars, drumsticks and mics. However, Austin’s music scene can seem intimidating at first....

Haunting tunes perfect for halloween festivities

Haunting tunes perfect for halloween festivities

Minza Mirza, Senior Life&Arts Reporter October 24, 2023

Skeletons rise from the depths of one’s garage, witch hats topple down from the tops of storage units and thumbs sift through collections of music to find the perfect eerie tunes. Whether decorating...

Sampha’s Lahai beautifully explores the nuances of spiritual growth

Sampha’s Lahai beautifully explores the nuances of spiritual growth

Michael Lewinbuk, General Life&Arts Reporter October 22, 2023

The elusive South London musical savant, Sampha, ascended back into the limelight to serve a robust body of work this Friday, releasing his highly anticipated sophomore album Lahai. Born Sampha Lahai Sisay...

Q&A: Singer-Songwriter Sam MacPherson on latest EP Powerlines, opening for Is Nothing Scared? Tour

Q&A: Singer-Songwriter Sam MacPherson on latest EP Powerlines, opening for Is Nothing Scared? Tour

Amelia Engstrom, Senior Life&Arts Reporter October 22, 2023

After completing his first headlining tour in May, singer-songwriter Sam MacPherson now brings his authentic lyrics and soothing sound as an opener for Jeremy Zucker’s Is Nothing Sacred? Tour. Ahead...

Michael Malone plays the saxophone in the Cactus Cafe on Oct. 15, 2023. Malone preformed as a part of the Cafe’s Jazz Night.

A night at Cactus Cafe: uniting people together through jazz

Esteban Elias, General Life&Arts Reporter October 22, 2023

When doors opened for the jazz meeting at the Cactus Cafe, a mostly older crowd entered and made their way to the bar and their seats, laughing and talking amongst each other. Later, as the younger crowd,...

Resurging Tanya Tucker goes full Texas, Abraham Alexander gains new fans at ACL

Resurging Tanya Tucker goes full Texas, Abraham Alexander gains new fans at ACL

Logan Dubel, Life&Arts Desk Editor October 17, 2023

Country star Tanya Tucker is a survivor, and Abraham Alexander just released his debut album. These two Texans both graced the T-Mobile stage, delivering unforgettable and inspiring performances.    Tanya...

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