Age is just a number. The teenagers of One Direction are currently devaluing this expression, but 19 year-old British singer/songwriter, Jake Bugg, reaffirms it by proving talent is talent and…
Despite the frigid New York weather, spring is underway and summer is fast approaching. One perk of the dreary climate is that it allows for an easy conversation starter for…
My adoration for music began with and continues to be rooted in artists who started their careers decades ago. These “older” talents are undeniably more seasoned than bands of the…
If you, Shockya readers, decide to form a band, I suggest auditioning your siblings. There is an undeniable charm about “family” bands. Just knowing the outfit is a group of…
Remembering my high school moments immediately triggers the days when I opted for all black and listened to a mixture of My Chemical Romance and Coheed and Cambria. I am…
The critical choice between selecting a career rooted in fame or in expressive music has become more apparent in the music industry due to the a variety of outlets an…
The theatrical component in rock music tends to be outshined by the need for a group to convey an edgy persona, which includes the wearing of flannels, leather coats, fedoras,…
While iTunes and Spotify are dominating forces of sales in the music industry, the purchase of vinyl has also risen in the last decade. The clarity of songs played via…
Individually to you, Shockya readers, Thursday can mean a lot of different things based on your current professional and social statuses, but collectively, it translates to nearing the freedom of…
