The Geese frontman's solo debut proves that the only explanation for existence is feeling.
The Geese frontman’s solo debut proves that the only explanation for existence is feeling.
Tyler, the Creator invites the listener to the peculiar yet marvelous world of ‘CHROMAKOPIA’
Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer for the Crimson White California rapper, producer and fashion icon Tyler, the Creator released his seventh studio album, “CHROMAKOPIA,” on Monday. Since the 2017 release of his album “Flower Boy,” the 33-year-old artist has been known to release albums that have bold aesthetics and genre-fusing musical styles. In “CHROMAKOPIA,” Tyler appoints … Continue reading Tyler, the Creator invites the listener to the peculiar yet marvelous world of ‘CHROMAKOPIA’
Charli xcx’s remix of album “BRAT” renews well-deserved pop success
Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer for the Crimson White 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 and it’s completely different but also still brat,” features an array of artists like Ariana Grande, Troye … Continue reading Charli xcx’s remix of album “BRAT” renews well-deserved pop success
Freedom of flow: Soundcloud rap’s cultural significance
Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer for the Crimson White 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” or “cloud rap.” Centered around the democratization of music production and consumption, Soundcloud is a home for artists … Continue reading Freedom of flow: Soundcloud rap’s cultural significance
Paris Hilton’s vibrant album “Infinite Icon” embraces self-gratitude and newly discovered joy
Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer for the Crimson White Singer, actress, model and businesswoman Paris Hilton released her first album in 18 years, “Infinite Icon,” on Friday. The 43-year-old celebrity revived her musical endeavors with an album that is a celebration of divine femininity. Though "Infinite Icon" sometimes sounds corny and outdated, Hilton delivers a handful … Continue reading Paris Hilton’s vibrant album “Infinite Icon” embraces self-gratitude and newly discovered joy
charlieonnafriday provides underwhelming and uninspired kickoff for Kaleidoscope concert series
Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer Photo by Ethan Met, the Crimson White Photographer Druid City Music Hall kicked off the Kaleidoscope concert series on Wednesday by hosting charlieonnafriday, a 21-year-old from Seattle, Washington, as the first act. As he arrived in Tuscaloosa for the third show of his month-long tour, the pop singer-songwriter sang songs from … Continue reading charlieonnafriday provides underwhelming and uninspired kickoff for Kaleidoscope concert series
Khalid’s moody new album is a more sophisticated return to limelight but leaves much to be desired
by Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer for the Crimson White 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 sophisticated than its predecessors but equally bland and devoid of character. His 2017 debut album … Continue reading Khalid’s moody new album is a more sophisticated return to limelight but leaves much to be desired
Childish Gambino’s apparent final album has potential to be enjoyable but lacks refinement
by Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer for the Crimson White Under the persona of Childish Gambino, Donald Glover released on Friday his second album in two months, “Bando Stone and the New World.” The musician, screenwriter, comedian and actor claimed before a world tour that he was going retire the Childish Gambino moniker. “Atavista,” Glover’s first … Continue reading Childish Gambino’s apparent final album has potential to be enjoyable but lacks refinement
Eminem’s latest album proves to be distasteful and disappointing
by Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer for the Crimson White Hip-hop titan and notorious jokester Eminem continues to digress stylistically and distastefully address “cancel culture” on his latest album, “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace),” released on Friday. Born Marshall Bruce Mathers III, the 15-time Grammy awardee has acquired legendary status in the rap/hip-hop … Continue reading Eminem’s latest album proves to be distasteful and disappointing
Former Alabama Shakes frontwoman Brittany Howard makes light of the dark on her celestial sophomore solo album
by Cole Manasco, Contributing Writer for the Crimson White Athens, Alabama, native Brittany Howard released her second solo album, "What Now", a genre-fusing, cathartic, and otherworldly listening experience on Friday. Notoriously known for her work with soul-tinged garage rock group Alabama Shakes, Howard returns to the Nashville, Tennessee studio with long-time collaborator and producer Shawn … Continue reading Former Alabama Shakes frontwoman Brittany Howard makes light of the dark on her celestial sophomore solo album
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