BERKELEY'S NEWS • SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Classic Rock
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Culture Shot
JUNE 22, 2023
On being sweet: ‘Almost Famous’ and the pipe dream of the music writer
Just as “Almost Famous” is frustrating in its depiction of the music writer as a component of the rock ’n’ roll ecosystem, it also illustrates a key aspect of the 1970s scene: It was full of confusion and hypocrisy, but, for some people, it was life-changing.
Culture Shot
JUNE 22, 2023
On being sweet: ‘Almost Famous’ and the pipe dream of the music writer
Just as “Almost Famous” is frustrating in its depiction of the music writer as a component of the rock ’n’ roll ecosystem, it also illustrates a key aspect of the 1970s scene: It was full of confusion and hypocrisy, but, for some people, it was life-changing.
Culture Shot
NOVEMBER 01, 2018
Hozier’s ‘Nina Cried Power’ addresses cultural appropriation and spirit of protest
Hozier’s appreciation for the work of Black musicians shapes the entire track, including the lyrics, the gospel-inspired chorus and, most importantly, the involvement of a prominent civil rights singer, Mavis Staples, who sings alongside him.
Culture Shot
NOVEMBER 01, 2018
Hozier’s ‘Nina Cried Power’ addresses cultural appropriation and spirit of protest
Hozier’s appreciation for the work of Black musicians shapes the entire track, including the lyrics, the gospel-inspired chorus and, most importantly, the involvement of a prominent civil rights singer, Mavis Staples, who sings alongside him.
College Life
JUNE 21, 2018
It's World Music Day: Which awesome playlist are you?
June 21 marks World Music Day, uniting everyone with funky beats. Take this quiz to find out which music genre you should try next!
College Life
JUNE 21, 2018
It's World Music Day: Which awesome playlist are you?
June 21 marks World Music Day, uniting everyone with funky beats. Take this quiz to find out which music genre you should try next!
College Life
JUNE 07, 2017
Guide to Bay Area's summer 2017 throwback rock concert scene
If you’re a classic rock or '80s rock fan, you already know that summer is the time to catch all your favorite acts live! So let's rock on, bears.
College Life
JUNE 07, 2017
Guide to Bay Area's summer 2017 throwback rock concert scene
If you’re a classic rock or '80s rock fan, you already know that summer is the time to catch all your favorite acts live! So let's rock on, bears.
