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Music Reviews Carrie Underwood Album: Storyteller Release Date: October 23, 2015
By Jordyn Smith
This is one of the year’s highly-anticipated country albums and it does not disappoint. This album has modern country flair without too much pop. The album leads off with “Renegade Runaway” an up-beat, rocking country song that sets the tone for the album. The album includes “Smoke Break,” a rebel anthem that has been Carrie’s most recent radio single. Underwood mixes it up with the funky “Choctaw County Affair,” and her stellar vocals shines through on this track. She slows it down with “Like I’ll Never Love You Again,” a sweet, love song that brings balance to the record. One song that stands out is “Mexico,” a song about running from the cops and finding sanctuary south of the border. This track is a great addition to the album that helps to break up any chance of traditional monotony. It takes a different direction than the rest of the album, but Carrie makes it work. Carrie Underwood re-states her dominance in country music with this great album.
The Australian pop group 5 Seconds of Summer has released “Sounds Good Feels Good.” The 17-track album from the boy band is what you would expect and more. The album is a great listen and the vibe is fun and up-beat. 5 Seconds of Summer stands out in an age of popular boy bands like One Direction because they seem to not worry about what the competition is trying to achieve. 5 Seconds of Summer does their own thing with this album and it pays off. Each track is enjoyable to listen to and they really show their talent throughout the record with their addition of solid accompaniment and harmonies.
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The legendary Rod Stewart has released “Another Country.” This album falls under the rock genre but to pigeonhole it into one genre hardly does it justice. This album combines folk, rock, some twangs of country, funk, and even reggae. The result is an instant-classic. In this release, Stewart brings back some classic sounds that have been missing from the rock genre. The album leads off with “Love Is,” a track that has great acoustical riffs and fiddle to back it up, giving it the feel of a modern folk or country song. Stewart puts his spin on reggae with “Love and Be Loved,” an interesting addition that was a well-rewarded risk. The title track, “Another Country,” is an up-beat track that helps the album stand out above the rest.
American Idol judge Harry Connick Jr. has released his latest album “That Would be Me.” The 11-track album takes great creative chances and Connick’s extraordinary music talent brings this album to the next level. Mixing pop, funk, and soul, Connick delivers each song in his own unique way. Enlisting brass elements on “(I Think I) Love You A Little Bit,” “You Don’t Need a Man,” and “Right Where It Hurts,” the horn accompaniment brings a funky vibe to the tracks. The emotional highlight of the album is “Do You Really Need Her.” Connick’s vocals in this track bring an edge to the song. His usual smooth voice is brought down with more emotion and pain.
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RANDY ROGERS BAND @ HURRICANE HARRY’S By Jordyn Smith
The Randy Rogers Band is coming back to Hurricane Harry’s on Friday October 30. The group, comprised of frontman Randy Rogers, Geoffrey Hill, Jon Richardson, Brady Black, and Les Lawless, have been a Texas Country fan favorite since the early 2000s.
Their momentum began to snowball. In 2006 the group had their first majorlabel record deal with Mercury Nashville Records. They followed their signing with Mercury by releasing “Just A Matter of Time.” The album rose to the number eight spot in the Billboard Country Albums Chart. One song, “Kiss Me in the Dark” landed at the number 43 spot on the Billboard Hot Country Their debut album, “Live at Cheatham Street Warehouse,” was released in Songs. “Kiss Me in the Dark” went on to become a fan-favorite in Aggieland, 2000. In 2002, the group released their first studio album “Like It Used to inspiring many t-shirts that coincided with the tradition of Midnight Yell. Be.” Between writing and recording, the In those early years, the Randy Rogers Band made the rounds playing at the famous Nutty Brown Café and We asked Randy about some of the group’s accomplishments, including Amphitheatre in Austin and at various bars and venues in and around San opening for George Strait and appearing on both Letterman and Leno – Marcos. things that most Red Dirt bands could only dream of. In 2005, they released “Rollercoaster.” This album marked their first time on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. They had two singles break the Top 50, “Tonight’s Not the Night (For Goodbye)” and “Down and Out.” Not only did they find success in their own album, their songwriting began to evolve and showed heavily when “Somebody Take Me Home,” a track that the group recorded and Randy Rogers co-wrote, found itself on Kenny Chesney’s 2005 album “The Road and the Radio.”
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“I’ve been really lucky, man, to be honest” said Rogers. “You never dream it would be like this. I never dreamed I would get to open for George Strait at the Houston Rodeo or be on Letterman, those things are virtually unthinkable when you first pick up a guitar and start trying to write songs. As far as things I would like to accomplish, of course I’m not done yet. We’ve never really had any kind of success on national country radio, so that’s still a goal. Quite honestly I don’t know why it’s still a goal. To me, I grew up listening
to country radio and the Top 40 countdown on the weekends. For whatever reason, our sounds hasn’t made it to the national waves yet. We sure are thankful that we have the local and regional radio stations that play our songs, for sure.” Rogers went on to say that opening for Strait at the Houston Rodeo in front of 85,000 people was probably the most memorable experience for him. We had to ask how the group continues to put out new material after 15 successful years recording and touring the country. Rogers attributes the success to the diversity of the group. “It’s because there’s five of us, and we’ve all been together for that long” Rogers said. “We haven’t had any new band members or any personnel changes within the core group. We all have an equal say when we make the record, we aren’t a dictatorship. It just gels, with the five of us hashing out the direction that we want for the album. We talk about what we want the sound to be like, and as we grow – so does the music.” Be sure to catch the group for this pass through Aggieland on Friday at Hurricane Harry’s. More information is available at harrys.bcsclubs.com.
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No Tricks, Just Treats
Halloween is the one night of the year that you’re allowed to take candy from a stranger, within reason of course. Whether you’re young or old, taking or giving the candy, hosting a party or walking door-todoor, staying safe should one of your top priorities on the night of October 31. Here are some tips to make your spooktastic Halloween safe:
2. Although vampires can see in the dark, humans cannot. So use a flashlight to light your way while trick-or-treating and even small pieces of reflective clothing if you plan to wander around the street. 3. It’s always important to travel in your own zombie horde with a groups of friends.
By Adrianna Zampieri
1. Plan your trick-or-treating route ahead of time. The 4. While shuffling from door to door, avoid houses night will go smoother if you actually know where you’re with their lights off. It’s a clear sign that monsters going; there’s no need to wander around like lost souls. aren’t welcome.
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THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW @ GRAND STAFFORD THEATER By Madison Matous
The Grand Stafford Theater and shadow cast of Cepheid Variable proudly was largely considered a failure. However the movie began to pick up steam present The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the mega-hit 1975 British musical a few years later when the film was shown at Waverly Theater in New York comedy horror film with a huge cult following. City, moviegoers with a passion for the film started interacting with the film by shouting lines back and using props to go along with scenes from the movie. There will be two showings at 8pm and 12am on October 31 with doors opening The tradition continues today and has become a unique film experience that an hour before each show. It is strongly recommended that you buy your heavily encourages audience participation. tickets early as the event is expected to sell out. For first time goers, or “Virgins,” in true RHPS lingo, it may be confusing and Come in your best costume and buy prop bags, provided by Cepheid Variable, perhaps a bit overwhelming – but the event is sure to be a blast and hopefully at the theatre or bring your own. If you do bring your own though, the theatre your first time will not be your last. asks that you do not bring any liquids, food and candles. This film is rated R and may not be suitable for all audiences, minors must be The Rocky Horror Picture Show film first premiered in September of 1975, and accompanied by an adult.
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For the past 100 years, Americans have been paying to have their wits tested and their sanity strained as they scream in horror at some variation of an annual haunted house. Beginning as early as 1915, haunted houses have become a staple of American culture during the annual haunting season. With nearly 40 percent of Americans truly believing in haunting elements, it’s hard not to understand why the thousands of venues around the country have turned these frightening experiences into a mega-million dollar industry – and for only a few weeks out of the year. This Halloween weekend, head over to The Palace Theatre in downtown Bryan for their fifth annual haunted house Fright Nights. The scaring begins on Thursday night and ends on Saturday, Halloween night. Tickets may be purchased at the event and will run at $5 Thursday night, and $10 on Friday and Saturday. Fright Nights has made it a tradition to give back to local non-profits. This year, the money will go towards Hope Pregnancy Center, the African American Museum and StageCenter Theatre.
FRIGHT NIGHTS @ DOWNTOWN BRYAN By Madison Matous
Fright Nights never fails to shake things up and makes people come back for more year after year. The haunted house is intended for mature audiences only and may be too frightening for little ones. Parents should use discretion for children under 14 years old. The ticket booth opens at 7:30pm and the fun begins shortly after. A free movie will be playing throughout the evening for your entertainment before you go in.
COLONY HOUSE @ GRAND STAFFORD THEATER By Annabeth Reeb
Grand Stafford Theater will be buzzing with the music of indie-rock band, Colony House on Thursday, November 5. The native Tennessee band debuted with their album, “When I Was Younger” in 2009, reaching the Billboard 200 and Heatseekers Album Chart. With Caleb Chapman at lead vocals, his brother, Will Chapman on drums, and Scott Mills on guitar, the Colony has gained momentum with rock fans everywhere – young and old.
Now it is our namesake as we take Franklin with they hail: vast, yet sparse, desolate, yet rich and us and travel around the world playing music for abundant. Familiar lyrical themes of romance and those who will listen!” love are often eschewed in favor of songs of brotherhood, family, life, and death in the band’s Colony House released their second album, dynamic musical array, from guitar and keyboard“Silhouettes,” which was received with just as rich anthems to gentle, ethereal whispers.” much praise as their first. We can expect to hear songs from both albums on Thursday, ranging With the New York Times giving these guys an from loud rock to softer, subtler indie songs. accolade stating that they’re an effective blend of Death Cab for Cutie and Coldplay, the Stafford will The Colony House will be joined by guest band have to do all it can to keep the walls standing for Hailing from Franklin, Tennessee, the group found from Austin, the Rocketboys. They have had the show on the Thursday night. a fitting title in the name of an old apartment tracks featured on television series such as complex on 11th Avenue in their hometown. “Glee,” “Private Practice,” and “Elementary,” among Tickets will be $10 online, and $12 at the door. others. Whether you are a longtime fan or just a music “Colony House, a humble apartment complex on lover looking for a night out, be sure to check out 11th Ave. in downtown Franklin, Tennessee, has The group self-describes their sound as something Grand Stafford on the 5th! at some point in each of our lives been our home. that “reflects the Texas landscape from which
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One of Texas A&M’s most-famous alumni, Lyle Lovett class of ’79, is making another return to Aggieland. Lyle Lovett will be performing at Rudder Theatre on Tuesday November 3, presented by MSC OPAS. A Houston native, Lovett was born in Northern Harris County the son of two University of Houston graduates. He carved his own path when he chose to attend Texas A&M to study both German and journalism. With his literary background, Lovett began his career in music as a songwriter. Lovett got his start in songwriting at Texas A&M during his time as a student where he began writing with his good friend Robert Earl Keen. Lovett began performing locally, and his first ever performance was at the Basement Coffeehouse. At the time, he was part of the organization by the same name that put on weekly shows on campus. From there, he began playing all over BCS, from the MSC to a burger joint on Church Street called Dead Solid Perfect. In 1986, Lovett signed his first record deal with MCA Records and released his debut, self-titled album. While his first album leaned more towards country, Lovett is known for mixing genres. He often uses folk, swing, jazz, blues, gospel, and traditional country in his records. Lovett was cast into the spotlight in 1993 when he married actress Julia Roberts. The two eloped after a three-week romance, only to have the marriage fall apart after two years. The two blamed the split on career complications but remained friends after all of the paperwork. With all that he’s experienced over the duration of his career, Lovett has remained a fixture of the music scene and popular culture.
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Since his initial release, he has recorded 13 more albums, debuted 21 singles, and has taken home four Grammy Awards. In 1996, Lovett won his fourth Grammy, taking home the award for the Grammy for Best Country Album for “The Road to Ensenada.” Lovett had won two Grammy’s in 1994, one for Best Country Duo/ Group with Asleep At The Wheel for “Blues For Dixie,” and another for Best Pop Vocal Collaboration for “Funny How Time Slips Away” with Al Green. His first Grammy came in 1989 when he won Best Country Male Vocalist. Lovett has also had a lucrative acting career. He has made 13 film appearances, in films such as in Johnny Depp’s Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, and multiple stints in television series. His musical talent has also been featured in Hollywood, with more than 20
productions which have featured tracks that he has written and performed. “The secret of Lyle Lovett’s endurance comes down to the three Cs: class, charisma and consistency,” said Esquire magazine in 2006. “In the studio and on stage with his giant orchestra, he’s spent two decades gracefully matching genuine songcraft with A-list musicianship.” Since his Grammy wins in the 90s, Lovett has steadily released albums and toured with a more laid-back approach. His music has evolved over the years but one thing stayed the same: his trademark sound. With his smooth vocals and mixing of genres, Lovett is able to captivate audiences. Whether it is an acoustic show or a full-stage setup with his band, he continues to draw fans in. One of his biggest inspirations in his songwriting has been his time at Texas A&M. Like many Aggies, he holds his time spent at Texas A&M near and dear to his heart. His most iconic hit about his time at Texas A&M is “The Front Porch Song,” a work that he collaborated on with Robert Earl Keen. It brilliantly demonstrates their life during their time at Texas A&M and their humble beginnings of guitar-picking on their old front porch. Most recently, Lyle Lovett received the Distinguished Alumnus Award from Texas A&M, a very high honor from the university. Lovett has showed many what it truly means to be an Aggie. Make sure you get out to the show to see a living legend and embodiment of Texas A&M culture. It is definitely not one to miss.
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This is a war movie that will test your nerves similar to “Saving Private Ryan,” but with a twist of By Adrianna Zampieri actually liking more characters than you dislike. “Bridge of Spies” is Tom Hanks at his very best and Set in a Frankenstein-esque laboratory, complete with its very will leave you wishing to know the character personally. own electricity – producing lever, “The Lazarus Effect” attempts to combine science and the supernatural. When the FBI captures a man believed to be a Russian spy, insurance lawyer Jim Donovan (Hanks) is called in to defend him as an act of goodwill – and to show the Soviet Union that America Frank and Zoe are medical researchers dedicated to finding a serum practices due process of law. Obviously, the American public is less than thrilled at the idea of a to help assist the healing process of coma patients; however, it US citizen defending a spy and Donovan receives a decent amount of prosecution from his peers. turns out that the Lazarus serum can bring the dead back to life. But when an American pilot is captured in the USSR, Donovan is called back in to the situation to But what’s the consequence of such a feat when the concepts of arrange a trade: Russian spy for American pilot. religion, souls, and the afterlife are brought into play? In true cliché fashion, the result of these elements mixed together is a horror You’ll follow a few different plots that intermingle and converge with one another, creating a really film defined by a science experiment gone wrong. interesting and engaging dynamic. It shows a deeper look at how the US government handled Cold War affairs, how the American people reacted, and how political battles were fought in office The first 30 minutes of the film are purely for the sake of rooms. exposition. It’s only after that first half hour that things start to get a little freaky, but even then, there are lulls between the plot It’s definitely a movie you have to pay attention to for the entire two and a half hours because advancements that will have you checking the time to see how dialog is quick, but it doesn’t feel like a chore. While there are very few big plot moments, no much of the movie is left. Granted, there are a few successful thrills dramatic twists, the story is gripping from beginning to end. and twists that will keep you interested, such as the shocking and unexpected ending, but most of what you see are cheap and The cast of characters is pretty incredible. Tom Hanks does an amazing job of being the collected predictable scares. Flickering lights seem to be the favored party and poised lawyer, even amidst layers of government bureaucracy – both stateside and in East trick in this film. Berlin. There are no clear-cut enemies and it’s hard to trust anyone (including FBI officials) because everyone feels a little bit like a snake in the grass. The tension is real and you bond quickly with “The Lazarus Effect” has an interesting concept that, if fully almost every character, even the Russian spy. developed, could be truly successful; however, it fails in execution. It is worth a watch though if you’re a fan of a demonic Olivia Wilde. It is, to put it mildly, a must-see. “Bridge of Spies” earns a 9/10 and is rated PG13 for language and mild violence.
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