Music

A Few More
A fist full of words Just a few critiques more That’s what was in store When the word slinger Pulled the computer from the drawer
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
Unforgiving- Alien Weaponry
I hate to admit that the first time I heard Unforgiving was in concert. The first time was surreal, as I stood next to my brother, who I nearly lost the previous year. Little did I know a year later, this would be my comfort song when my grandmother passed.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
Man In The Box
Man In The Box has always been my favorite Alice In Chains song. Perhaps because I’ve often felt that I’ve been trying to escape the box that people are always trying to paint me into. Most definitely it has something to do with Layne Staley and Jerry Cantrell’s vocal styling.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
In the Mix with YouTube
Music mix channels are some of the best parts of YouTube. They keep you company when writing or studying. They’re great for finding new music, without having to dig through tons of other channels, or Spotify. It’s often the best part of my day to put music on and write.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
My Fair Lady
My Fair Lady is abuse, misogyny, and an alarming age gape all concealed in delightful musical numbers. Alas, despite these glaring flaws, it delights and warms the heart. Join Eliza, a poor flower girl, as she rises up in social ranking with the help of a berating phonetics professor, Henry.
By Laura Lann2 years ago in Critique
Hamilton
In 2015, a breakout performance pushed the envelope. Hamilton is optimistic, impassioned and quite entertaining, winning dozens of awards including the coveted Pulitzer Prize for drama. Miranda's depiction, centers around the rise of Alexander Hamilton. It's wide range of musical genres and unique characterizations will leave you in breathless awe.
By Lamar Wiggins2 years ago in Critique
Justin Bieber's Purpose Album
Dressed up as an album charting personal growth, 'Purpose' instead unfolds as a cautionary tale of stunted artistic evolution. Its tracks, replete with feigned regret and borrowed platitudes, perform a hollow charade of faux maturity. The result is not a harmonious symphony, but a jarring, disappointing cacophony of missed opportunities.
By Abnoan Muniz2 years ago in Critique
The Sound of Silence
Disturbed’s rendition of The Sound of Silence will leave you completely breathless. David Draiman's voice alone will send chills not just down your spine but your whole body. From the moment he sings the first line until utters the last, he evokes a wide range of emotions with his sound.
By Mother Combs2 years ago in Critique
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
The epic that brought the Star Wars saga full circle, Revenge of the Sith chronicles the fall of the Republic and Anakin Skywalker’s metamorphosis into Darth Vader. There is a lot to like about this film, from its climactic confrontations to its operatic soundtrack, arguably the best in the series.
By Louis T2 years ago in Critique
Ahsoka - Part One: Master and Apprentice
Picking up after the events of The Mandalorian, Ahsoka finds our eponymous hero searching for Grand Admiral Thrawn. With once-animated worlds lovingly rendered in live-action, and an exceptional score from Star Wars stalwart Kevin Kiner, this first episode embraces the old while taking a first step into a larger world.
By Louis T2 years ago in Critique
Rap
Where did you learn to write poetry? I read a lot of poetry. That's true. More often, I listened to rap. While I like most music, rap will always be one of my favorite genres. It has taught me more than rhythm and rhyme. It’s taught me about the world.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Critique
The Last Waltz
Martin Scorsese and The Band at their absolute finest. This work encapsulates American music with numerous famous guests. This is the best movie concert because of its crafty filming focusing on The Band's emotions while playing, then cutting to off stage interviews.
By Schmalz2 years ago in Critique