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Chris Brown
- October 30, 2009
SOUNDCHECK: Album goes down in flames
The Flaming Lips released its newest album, Embryonic, on Oct. 13. The' album is a bit of a departure from the norm for the band,' and has stirred up contempt among' many of The...
- October 23, 2009
SOUNDCHECK: Banjo legend spices up set list with orchestral sounds
Sufjan Stevens, a well-known folk artist and singer-songwriter, released his latest album, The BQE, on Tuesday. The title is a reference to the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway in New York City, Stevens' current hometown. Stevens is...
- September 25, 2009
Singer creates his own sound
There will always be a place in Texas where heavy, grooving rock bands will be well received. ' This Saturday at Rudyard's British Pub, the band Black Queen Speaks promises a good reception....
- September 11, 2009
Bayou City artist displays diverse composition
Houston native Robert Glasper presents a cogent blend of hip-hop, soul and jazz in his latest release, Double Booked. Double Booked includes Glasper's original work and interpretations of old standards from jazz legends Herbie...