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October 31, 2024

Ryen Kleiser

17 Feb 2011

Tribute to The White Stripes in light of their recent break up

Looking back on the last 15 years of rock ‘n’ roll in today’s modern music industry, it is surprisingly difficult to find many true standout bands and musicians. With a music industry heavily dominated by rap and hip hop, it […]

10 Feb 2011

Canadian band demonstrates master talent with its album 'The Suburbs'

Yes, that’s right, Canada! Believe it or not, over the last decade or so Canada has been exporting a great deal of modern musicians who are really taking the music industry by storm (not to mention Rock N’ Roll great […]

03 Feb 2011

Kanye West's newest album proves to be a musical masterpiece

Kanye West. Some people may think he is just an arrogant rich rapper. Others may say a musical genius. With his most recent release of “My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy,” I must say West continues to impress me album after […]

02 Dec 2010

Band transforms slow start to beautiful masterpiece

In a world full of dreadfully awful music, exceptions occasionally exist. LCD Soundsystem meets this exception and may even set the industry standard. The perfect brilliance of James Murphy, the lead singer, is in full view after just one listen […]

10 Nov 2010

Midwestern band brings ingenuity to rock ‘n’ roll circuit

Within the past several years, The Black Keys have made a name for themselves in the music industry as the go to guys for pure, uncut rock ‘n’ roll.

04 Nov 2010

Deadmau5 creates unforgettable night

I had high expectations when planning to go to Epic Nightclub. If a nightclub goes to the extent of naming themselves Epic, they sure better be. That said, the venue had a lot going for it since it managed to […]

14 Oct 2010

Album takes inspiration from dance nightlife

Upon first glance at any Chromeo album, a casual listener may question just what exactly to expect. Quirky, sexual, and classy all describe what may seem to be just another ‘‘spoof’’ band. But the reality of the matter is that […]

Ryen Kleiser

Ryen Kleiser is a laid back biology student at UW-River Falls. He is hoping to become a well-known marine biologist and teacher.