On-Campus Events
BU Wind Symphony goes to 'Ballet and Beyond'
In “A Short Ballet for Awkward Dancers,” a comedic piece composed by Herbert Hazelman and led by music department lecturer and conductor Daniel Fabricius, each of the four movements comically convey a ...
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Solange drops soulful LP, 'A Seat at the Table'
In “Interlude: Tina Taught Me” she amplifies her mother Tina Lawson’s voice, who says, “It’s such beauty in black people, and it really saddens me when we’re not allowed to express that ...
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On sophomore album, Shawn Mendes grows up
On “Illuminate,” Mendes seems to bring his admiration for Mayer and Sheeran into focus. Like their work, this new album pays attention to the bittersweetness of love and uses minimal background effects, ...
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In newest album, Angel Olsen deals with womanhood
Olsen’s lyrics on the album showcase longing. She is yearning, depressive, lonesome and comfortable with herself all at the same time. This creates an interesting bridge between Olsen and the audience. ...
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Bastille releases sophomore album
The many voiceovers used in this album enhance the listeners’ understanding of the band’s mindset and inspiration when writing and completing this album. Rather than detracting from the actual lyrics themselves, they ...
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In ninth album, Britney Spears' confidence is key
She infuses funky sounds into tracks like “Love Me Down” and “Hard To Forget Ya.” Her closing track, “What You Need,” has a gospel sound that leaves the album on a strong ...
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Frank Ocean's 'Blonde' delivers new sound
This is where Ocean excels; he can have you heartbroken and helpless through his own experiences and failings, belted out in his distinctive voice. ...
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Shindig at the Fountain lets students glow into the new year
Reed discussed “appreciating diversity” and neighborly love, among other topics. Appropriately for a Welcome Week event, one song repeatedly had the line “May we be friends” in it. ...
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Former Bing student returns to headline 'Shindig'
This year’s “Shindig at the Fountain,” will be working to welcome students both new and old. Hosted by Campus Activities, the fourth annual event will usher in the new semester with free...
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Pipe Dream presents: Your new summer playlist
Whether you’re at the beach, commuting to work or attending a summer class, this is the time when the sun shines while your ears are introduced to new beats and lyrics. ...