This post was updated April 14 at 9:02 p.m. Shanti Wimmer crafts confessional, carefree pop that feels like a diary entry and a dance break. “Fun” was how Wimmer, a third-year theater student, described her latest single “Ethan.” Released Feb. Read more...
Photo: Shanti Wimmer leans against a tree with a black acoustic guitar next to her. The third-year theater student released a new single titled “Ethan” on Feb. 6. (Joice Ngo/Daily Bruin staff)
Spring is back and so are bright performances. With a variety of genres, this quarter’s live scene has been taken over by experienced acts. Making their way back to the stage, these iconic artists are sure to capture their crowds from the first note. Read more...
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This post was updated April 12 at 7:43 p.m. The sun is coming out again and is bringing long-awaited releases. Music icons are blooming this spring with exciting new projects. Read more...
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This post was updated April 5 at 8:05 p.m. Nori Kai’s work ethic is as nonstop as her flow. The first-year music industry student from Albuquerque, New Mexico, released her second studio album, “Wish You Had,” in January – just seven months after her debut record, “Wistful Thinking,” in May of 2025. Read more...
Photo: Posing against a red and orange background is Nori Kai. The first-year music industry student released her second studio album, “Wish You Had,” less than a year after her debut record. (Courtesy of Zach Hagy)
Robyn is finally back and injecting fresh dopamine into listeners’ ears right on cue. The 46-year-old Swedish pop artist’s ninth LP “Sexistential” was released March 27. Read more...
Photo: Pictured is the album cover for Robyn’s new LP “Sexistential.” The singer’s ninth studio album is her first released in almost eight years since her 2018 project “Honey.” (Courtesy of Konichiwa/Young)
Despite transitioning to a new season, winter will be frozen in time through these music videos. Winter became the season for anticipated releases, and, accompanying these projects were creative music visuals. Read more...
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As an audience member accurately put it, “Akhnaten” is quite a trip. Curtains rose on the LA Opera’s newest masterpiece at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Feb. 28, where it will remain until its sweeping finale March 22. Read more...
Photo: Yuntong Han (center) as the High Priest of Amon sits glowing in a golden hue as the winged ensemble stands in two rows above him. The LA Opera’s newest show, “Akhnaten” will be performed at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Feb. 28-March 22. (Courtesy of Cory Weaver/LA Opera)
