Released on January 17th, Alessi Rose’s second EP, for your validation, is her biggest test of pop-star potential yet, but with just six tracks, the 22-year-old singer-songwriter has managed to prove herself. Rose is stepping into her own lane and making a name for herself among the next generation of pop girls. She wants your validation, and she’s got the music to back it up.
ISOKNOCK transformed the quiet lull of finals week on San Diego State University’s campus into an immersive festival experience that left an undeniable mark on all who attended. San Diego 4 EVR, hosted at the new Snapdragon Stadium, celebrated community, music, and the essence of electronic dance culture. With its genre-bending lineup and ISOKNOCK’s powerful…
Photos courtesy of Jeff Lorch The Geffen Playhouse’s production of Waiting for Godot is an enthralling ride that balances its minimalist scenery with the boisterous characters of Estragon and Vladimir, brought to life by Aasif Mandvi and Rainn Wilson, respectively. The production captures the tension of the anticipation surrounding the almost mythical figure of Godot…
It is set to be an exciting first round of the College Football Playoff, riddled with a flare for the dramatic. As the first round wraps up, I will release another article detailing my predictions for the matchups in the second round of the College Football Playoff.
The UCLA Bruins (9-1, 2-0) found themselves on the brink of defeat with 10 minutes remaining in the second half against the Arizona Wildcats (5-5). Star Arizona Junior Guard Jaden Bradley had just cashed in two layups to put the Wildcats up 49-36; however, this battle-tested Bruins team was not deterred.
[Photos by: Jeslyn Wang] If you could bottle up the better part of lazy Sunday afternoons, nostalgia, and the sickly-sweet feeling of being in love, it’d sound a lot like Thee Sacred Souls. Hailing from San Diego, the main trio is composed of drummer Alex Garcia, bassist Sal Samano, and singer-songwriter Josh Lane. The self-described…
Similar to her stage name, REY has this shine about her from the moment you met her to discussing favorite snacks and musical inspirations. UCLA Radio had the pleasure to talk to Rachel Young, also known as REY this winter, delving into her discography and more.
Hot off the heels of his chart-topping album, Chromakopia, Tyler, the Creator took over Dodger Stadium for the ten-year anniversary of his Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival. The festival featured performances from Doechii, Blood Orange, Daniel Caesar, Erykah Badu, and many more. Didn’t get a chance to attend ? Reminiscing on fond memories? Either way, UCLA Radio is here to recap the weekend and immerse you in the wonderful world of Tyler, the Creator.
Photos by Isabella Appell Last Thursday, the historic Belasco in Los Angeles transformed into a swirling vortex of kaleidoscopic sound and light as Pond, the Australian psychedelic rock powerhouse, took the stage. Known for their eclectic blend of glam rock, funk, and cosmic psychedelia, Pond delivered a performance that was nothing short of mesmerising, reaffirming…
I exited the House of Blues with the memory of my horrendous commute veritably wiped. In its place was a lingering contentment I could feel pulling my lips almost unconsciously into a slight smile; on my mind was the complete and total satisfaction Joyce Manor, Algernon Cadwallader and Toys That Kill had birthed. The bands were perfect, the crowd was a picture of total engagement, leaving absolutely nothing to be desired. I can always identify a great show by the artist’s level of disruption into my listening habits in the subsequent days after the show; safe to say Joyce Manor left their mark.
Photo by Chloe Gonzales Before we caught the electrifying duo on tour (read our coverage here!), UCLA Radio got to sit down with Matt Stephenson of Machine Girl in an exclusive interview. The project, created in 2012, has taken on many forms: hardcore, electronic, breakcore, and more. Throughout the interview, we banter with Matt about…
As a cradle Catholic, I grew up going to vacation bible school and religious retreats. Usually, at these retreats, we would always have a concert-like worship: praising the Lord, hands held up, people would scream and cry to the songs that connect them deeply to their faith. Surrounded by blankets of blue & purple and…
In an effort to get to know Los Angeles and one another better, our Fall ’24 Digital Press Interns bonded over their fondest venue memories.
Photos by Chloe Gonzales ————– From mosh pits to slow ballads, Current Joys knows how to get a crowd going. Indie artist Nick Rattigan filled the seats of the Bellwether for a night of nostalgia. The band’s inception being a mysterious solo project, Rattigan remains an enigma on how he got his story. There’s no…
UCLA Falls Short Against Cross-Town Rival USC in the Battle of LA, Succumbing to a Resilient Trojans’ Defense 19-13 UCLA’s last gasp of air: Senior Quarterback Ethan Garbers rolls out of the pocket, surveying down the field to find a shade of blue amongst the sea of red. Before he is pounded to the wet…
UCLA Achieves 5-1 Record for the First Time Since the 2021-2022 Season, Dominates Cal State Fullerton 80-47 UCLA (5-1) continues to roll, achieving their fourth consecutive win of the season against the Cal State Fullerton Titans (1-5) at Pauley Pavilion on Friday night. The Bruins set the tone early and never let their foot off…
UCLA Finds Their Groove from Beyond the Arc, Staving Off a Late Comeback from the Idaho State Bengals The largest lead of the night for UCLA (4-1) was 28-points, putting on a dazzling display of basketball excellence. For the first 30-minutes of the game, this was the case for the Bruins; however, the last 10-minutes…
UCLA Can’t Capitalize, Fumbling Opportunities as They Fail to Win Fourth Straight in 31-19 loss to Washington The Bruins’ defense remained stalwart, gifting the Bruins’ offense key opportunities. Senior Edge Rusher Femi Oladejo had a key tackle for loss that led to a turnover on downs, culminating in a Washington strip sack on Senior Quarterback…
UCLA Men’s Basketball Puts it All Together, Beating the Lehigh Mountain Hawks 85-45 The UCLA Bruins (3-1) soared above the rim on Friday night at Pauley Pavilion, paying homage to the distant remnants of the “Lob City” Clippers. The athleticism among the Bruins’ forwards was put on full display as they exploited the prominent height…
Responding in Assertive Fashion: The Bruins Get Out to Early Led and Never Look Back, Beating the Boston University Terriers 71-40 Defense wins championships: This was the mantra internalized by the Bruins (2-1), as they defeated the Boston University Terriers (0-3) 71-40 at Pauley Pavilion on Monday night. As opposed to the Bruins’ prior game,…
UCLA Football Staves Off the Hawkeye’s Hot Start for Third Straight Win The Bruins (4-5, 3-4) opened their bout against the Iowa Hawkeyes (6-4, 4-3) in the worst possible manner, as Quarterback Ethan Garbers threw an interception on the first drive, his first since the Bruins’ home loss to Minnesota 17-21. Garbers’ blunder led to…
Gambler’s Luck Doesn’t Exist in LA: The Bruins Fall to the New Mexico Lobos in Sin City 72-64 The Bruins (1-1) were ravaged by the New Mexico State Lobos (2-0) 72-64 in Las Vegas on Friday, in a game that saw the Bruins revert back to the habits that impeded them last season. Shooting 36.4%…