Consider this conundrum, the more catchy or relatable a song, no matter the quality of its composition, often predicts its possibility of becoming overplayed. It is too common that songs are played beyond their expiration date. For instance, tune to any radio station and there is a strong possibility that…
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Advice Column: Become a music explorer
I have witnessed the stagnation of many people’s musical experiences and explorations – this is a result of routine lifestyles. Routine has created a stif-fness in the emotions felt by many. Routine, in totality, is difficult to break away from – the human soul finds comfort in its predictability. Fortunately, the…
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A review of Twenty One Pilots’ Trench
Oct. 5 marked the release of Twenty One Pilots’ newest album “Trench,” described by some as their most important album release yet. After taking a three year sabbatical, which they have done between every album they have released before, Twenty One Pilots have put out an album that sounds more…
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Harriman Jewell’s 54th season presents unique opportunities for Jewell students
In 1965, Richard Harriman sought to bring undiscovered musical artists to the eyes of Kansas Citians and to ultimately unleash the unlimited power of music at no cost for those attending William Jewell College. Luciano Pavarotti made his professional recital debut for the Harriman Jewell Series in 1973. Pavarotti sang…
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Music Column: “Jewell’s Flash to the Past”
In September of 1968, Cream, accompanied by Ginger Baker on drums, Eric Clapton on guitar and Jack Bruce on bass released “Wheels of Fire”– an album that would send the world into a spiral of epic proportions. Beginning the album with the “White Room,” Cream established themselves by filling the…
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