Milky Chance has more of an upbeat mood with new album
By Lindsey Ramsdell, Editor-in-Chief
March 20, 2017
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As the album title and artwork suggest, “Blossom,” by the German indie-folk band Milky Chance, projects a brighter, more uplifting sound than the band’s first album, “Sadnecessary.” “Sadnecessary,” released in 2013, was filled with dark, moody tunes of bass and acoustic guitar. It incl...
Migos Shine on new album ‘Culture’
By Katie Thomas, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2017
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After being called “the Beatles of this generation” by Donald Glover at the 2017 Golden Globe awards and boasting a No. 1 song on the charts, the Migos are showing listeners that their superstardom has only just begun in their second studio album. The rap trio, consisting of relatives Offset, Qu...
‘I Decided’ gives insight into Big Sean’s life
By Katie Thomas, Staff Reporter
February 7, 2017
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In his fourth studio album, “I Decided.,” Detroit rapper Big Sean reveals exactly why he won’t be taking any losses with a new, motivated outlook on both his life and music. From dropping his previous well-received albums, “Finally Famous,” “Hall of Fame” and “Dark Sky Paradise” t...
Syd’s debut solo album makes waves
By Maxwell Murray, Intern
February 6, 2017
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Syd, lead singer in The Internet, released her debut solo album “Fin.” The sound of the album can be described as a mixture of ‘90s R&B, taking inspiration from artist such as Aaliyah, yet it's still modern enough for today’s listeners. Syd, short for Syd Tha Kyd, started off her career in the altern...
Sheeran bounces back
By Jacqueline Squillace, Staff Reporter
January 22, 2017
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After an agonizing year-long sabbatical, Ed Sheeran has returned to the world of music, releasing two singles on Jan. 6. The new singles, “Castle on the Hill” and “Shape of You,” offer a taste of what will be on his new album “Divide,” which comes out March 3. “Castle on the Hill...
Keys’ album hits all the right notes
By Anna Post, Editor
November 16, 2016
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There have been numerous politically charged albums about social injustice and inequality on iTunes lately. But Alicia Keys’ latest album, “Here,” stands out from them all. After four years of agonizing silence, Alicia Keys emerges with a new look and new sound. She exchanges her eloquent pian...
98.7 Amp Radio’s Boo Bash is Halloween hit
By Emma Brock, Design Editor
November 10, 2016
Filed under Audio, Media, Music, Reviews, Video
Electronic dance music artist Diplo made his second appearance in Detroit on Halloween night. He was last at the Mad Decent Block Party this past August. Boo Bash is an event which 98.7 AMP radio hosts every Halloween. The event is full of EDM music, dancing and people dressing up in all kinds of dif...
Back with a bang
By Asia Simmons, Staff Reporter
October 21, 2016
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After taking a break from music for a few years, Solange Knowles comes back with a bang. Born in Texas, she has made the charts with her recent album “A Seat at the Table.” This is Knowles’ third album, following “Solo Star,” ”Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams” and 2012 EP(extended play), “...
J-Views blends versatile tunes
By Abbey Cadieux, Print Editor
June 9, 2016
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One of the best parts of watching any good documentary or television show is the soundtrack. Whether a song lays over swooping visuals of a snow-capped mountain or an illuminated cityscape at night, there is something about being fully entranced by the effect that instrumental music provides listeners with. ...
Lemonade tastes bittersweet
By Anna Post, Print Editor
May 23, 2016
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Watch out and fear the defiant wrath of Beyoncé’s new visual album Lemonade. The album is dynamic. It contains similar sweet beats to Bey’s previous hits while adding a zest of flavor with her new ones. Chilling tunes like “FOWARD” are mixed with vivacious melodies such as “6 INCH”. The...
Mind of Mine impresses vast audience
By Asia Simmons, Staff Reporter
April 8, 2016
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Editor's note: An in-depth review of Zayn's album is featured in issue 12 of North Pointe. Former member of One Direction, Zayn Malik, has came out with a solo album, Mind of Mine, which is a taste of pop, soul, hip hop, and electronic music. Mind of mine includes songs “It's you,” “Like I would,...
Rihanna stages fresh, memorable concert
By Anna Post, Print Editor
April 3, 2016
Filed under Music, Reviews, Showcase
The lights dimmed. The stage glowed. The singing commenced. Rihanna begins the concert with her song “Stay” and the eloquent piano played along as the Queen of Pop made a dramatic entrance. In a jumpsuit and hood, she walked through the crowd with a cape flowing behind her. It seemed almost G...
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