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Addison Rae, a famous Tik Toker, has entered the music scene with popular singles like “Aquamarine” and “Diet Pepsi."

Addison Rae: Another social media star turns to music

Brandon Smith, Contributing Writer November 3, 2024

Addison Rae, who rose to fame on TikTok over the past five years, is making a second attempt to break into the music industry.  Following the releases of “Aquamarine” and “Diet Pepsi,” as well...

Charli XCX released a remix version of her most recent album, “BRAT,” on Friday.

Culture Pick | Charli XCX’s remix of album “BRAT” renews well-deserved pop success

Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer October 15, 2024

Perpetuating the pop culture phenomenon known as “Brat Summer,” British pop star Charli XCX released a remix version of her most recent album, “BRAT,” on Friday.  The album, titled “Brat...

Chat Pile's latest album "Cool World" released on Friday.

Culture Pick | Indie metal band Chat Pile releases new album “Cool World”

Benjamin Smith, Contributing Writer October 14, 2024

Oklahoman metal band Chat Pile released its sophomore album, “Cool World,” this Friday, following up its acclaimed debut “God’s Country.” Chat Pile is an innovative band that has been referred...

Sam Barber performs at Druid City Music Hall.

Sam Barber headlines Druid City Music Hall Kaleidoscope Series

Ramsey Eaton, Contributing Writer October 13, 2024

Druid City Music Hall continued its Kaleidoscope concert series, featuring rising country star Sam Barber and opening act Jack Wharff & The Tobacco Flatts on Friday. Jack Wharff & The Tobacco...

"Cutouts" by The Smile released on Friday.

Culture Pick | The Smile returns with new project, “Cutouts”

Benjamin Smith, Contributing Writer October 6, 2024

English rock band The Smile released its second album of the year, "Cutouts," on Friday.  The Smile is a spinoff of Radiohead, a five-member rock band that found early success with its single “Creep.”...

The Tuscaloosa Record Show was hosted at Druid City Brewing Company on Saturday.

Tuscaloosa Record Show revives vinyl collecting scene at UA

Hayes Herren, Contributing Writer September 26, 2024

Audiophiles and vinyl novices alike congregated at Druid City Brewing Company for the first-ever Tuscaloosa Record Show on Saturday. The show brought in vendors and patrons from around the state to...

Freedom of flow: Soundcloud rap’s cultural significance

Freedom of flow: Soundcloud rap’s cultural significance

Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer September 25, 2024

In the mid-2010s, the rap community evolved into a cultural phenomenon distinguished from mainstream artists like Drake. This movement became so polarizing that it coined the genre “Soundcloud rap”...

Zach Hood performs as part of the Kaleidoscope Concert Series on Sept. 6.

Zach Hood shines at the Kaleidoscope concert series with unique sound and love for music

Anna Hill, Staff Writer September 8, 2024

On Friday, Alabama native Zach Hood lit up the Kaleidoscope concert series with his distinctive and heartfelt sound. Hood has gained over a million Spotify monthly listeners who are intrigued by his meaningful...

Khalid's latest album "Sincere" released last Friday.

Culture Pick: Khalid’s moody new album is a more sophisticated return to limelight but leaves much to be desired

Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer August 8, 2024

Khalid, a singer-songwriter from El Paso, Texas, released his first studio album in five years, "Sincere," on Friday. The 26-year-old modern R&B/pop star returned to the spotlight with an album more...

Tuscaloosans enjoy live music at the summer 2023 Live at the Plaza concert series.

Six local bands students should know

Jacob Ritondo, Managing Editor May 31, 2024

Title Town, Druid City — Tuscaloosa has many names. While it certainly has earned a reputation for producing successful sports teams, the local music scene is also bustling, helped in part by the large...

The Matt Jones Band and The Parkers come to Acoustic Night

Serena Bailey July 20, 2016

For years, Matt Jones and Ted Perry played across Birmingham. The singer-songwriter folk rock duo often played at Oak Hill Tavern where they met Tommy Bowen. Bowen, the bartender at the Tavern, would...

Secret Stages Music Discovery Festival brings new talent to Birmingham

Secret Stages Music Discovery Festival brings new talent to Birmingham

Aaron Bonner July 13, 2016

Birmingham is filled with entertainment around every corner, from record shops to antique stores. At Secret Stages Music Discovery Festival, the next new act is just a few steps away.Secret Stages Music...