One Direction’s Long-Awaited Reunion is Happening
Aman Rahman, Staff Writer
May 1, 2020
With a confirmed One Direction reunion in the process, fans across the world are overjoyed for their comeback. Following the devastating reaction to the band’s decision to go on a hiatus in 2015, the members vowed to come back eventually. As someone who never quite outgrew their One ...
The Lumineers Illuminated St. Louis
Celia Searles, Arts Editor
February 19, 2020
Thousands of fans poured in to the Enterprise Center in downtown St. Louis on Wednesday, Feb. 5 for a night of sing-along with the American folk band, The Lumineers. They played an impressive 23 songs that included works from each of their three studio albums, “The Lumineers,” “Cleopatra” and “III.”...
Tyler, The Creator Causes an “EARFQUAKE” at SLU
Aman Rahman, Contributor
October 18, 2019
On Friday, Oct. 4, Tyler, The Creator brought energy, electricity and excitement to St. Louis for his concert, here at the Chaifetz Arena. Opening for him that night was the rapper GoldLink and the indie rock band Blood Orange. Goldlink was the more popular of the two, causing a mosh circle to for...
Standing-Room-Only Concerts: Tips and Tricks
Jack Johnston, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019
Standing-room-only concerts are a great option for college students. They usually offer cheaper tickets, are located in intimate venues and allow people to interact with others. These events do have pros and cons associated with them, though. Here are some tips and tricks on how to have the best experie...
St. Louis is Burnin’ Up After Jonas Brothers Concert
Grace Wilken, Contributor
September 18, 2019
Nick, Joe and Kevin took St. Louis on a trip back to the late 2000s this past Saturday night with their “Happiness Begins” tour. All fans, new and old, joined together to wish the brothers a warm welcome as they came on stage. The Jonas Brothers popped on stage and began the concert with ...
Tropical F*** Storm Was A Total F*** Storm – And That’s A Good Thing
Daniel Bernas, Contributor
September 18, 2019
“This is our first Friday night in St. Louis,” announced Erica Dunn of Tropical F*** Storm after an electrifying performance of the title track from the band’s new record “Braindrops.” The quartet, made up of Dunn (backing vocals, guitar, keyboards), Lauren Hammel (drums, electronics), Fiona Kit...
Son Little Brings More “New Magic” to St. Louis
Sarah Steen, Contributor
September 18, 2019
It was a steamy night on Wednesday, Sept. 11, but the chilled tunes and calm presence of R&B and soul artist Son Little cooled down the evening for an intimate audience in Blueberry Hill’s famous basement concert venue known as the Duck Room. Blueberry Hill sits right in the center of St. Loui...
Morris Blurs the Lines of Country
Madisyn Siebert, Associate Arts Editor
July 16, 2019
A packed venue, made up mostly of women, lots of cowboy boots and a few cowboy hats were found to be awaiting Maren Morris for her sold-out show on May 9. She came with energy to spare as she rocked out on stage. She was surely noted with her bright yellow shirt and bedazzled denim shorts as she r...
Aly & AJ gave audiences a rush
Leianna Tanedo, Staff Writer
May 15, 2019
I frantically ran into Delmar Hall, still in my scrubs from clinical, scrambling to find a good place to stand. Where do you even stand for an artist you’ve loved for fourteen years? “Into the Rush” was one of the first CDs I ever bought, and being able to see them live has brought everything ful...
CHVRCHES Effortlessly is Extraordinary
Madisyn Siebert, Associate Arts Editor
May 15, 2019
CHVRCHES stopped in St. Louis at The Pageant for their Love Is Dead tour on May 1st and were welcomed by a sold out crowd. The band entered to a group of flashing lights setting the tone for the rest of the evening’s show. CHVRCHES is a Scottish-based electronic-synth rock band that was...
SWMRS make a splash in St. Louis
Savanah Seyer, Staff Writer
May 2, 2019
On Tuesday, April 24, indie rock band SWMRS played a show at St. Louis concert venue The Ready Room. The band of childhood friends from Oakland, CA, delighted fans with a show that sped along at breakneck speed. Almost the band’s entire catalogue was on the setlist, and the quintet rocked through th...
LANY’s energy and aesthetic electrify St. Louis
Leianna Tanedo, Staff Writer
May 2, 2019
On Tuesday, LANY gave a taste of California shores and good vibes at the Pageant. Solo artist FLETCHER opened for them, hyping the crowd up with her upbeat songs like “Wasted Youth” and “Undrunk.” Her vocal range was impressive, pulling the audience in. The stage was set up in two levels: the top ...
April 29, 2020
When the word park is mentioned, an image of a biking trail, playground set and picnic table pops into people’s heads. Although a park is a place where children can run...
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