10 Excellent Summer Time Records
Eric Lucas, PNN Staff
April 10, 2012
Everyone knows that music is the one thing that can top off and excellent day at the beach, picnic, or any other summer festivity. But sometimes it’s best to retire some of the same old tunes you’ve listened to for the past few seasons. Sure, the radio is an easy way to pick up on some of the... Read more »
A New Level
Cassie Carlson, PNN Staff
February 14, 2012
What if I told you I have something that has the ability to make you feel passion, excitement, hatred, happiness, love, regret, fury, sorrow, aggression, and peace all at once? What if I told you I have something that will make you feel like the strongest person in the world? What if I told you I had... Read more »
To Cheer or Not To Cheer
Will Culbertson, PNN Staff
November 29, 2011
The United States’ national anthem is one of the most recognizable songs in the country. You’ve probably heard it more times than you can count. The playing of “The Star Spangled Banner” has become an American tradition. More times than not, you remove your hat and place your right hand over... Read more »
Coldplay – Mylo Xyloto
Eric Lucas, PNN Staff
November 29, 2011
If X & Y was Coldplay’s journey into the epic mainstream and Viva La Vida was their abstract piece of art, then 2011’s Mylo Xyloto is definitely a mash up of the best of both worlds. It seems so fitting that Coldplay would produce such a sound that is evident on this record. Multiple aspects... Read more »
Album Review: And the Giraffe – Something for Someone
Eric Lucas, PNN Staff
October 14, 2011
Turn back in time and try to remember Friday Night Lights, one of the most inspirational sports movies to date. Not only was the cast and the film itself sensational, but so was the soundtrack to the film because it only helped add to the film’s most enticing moments. Thank instrumental post-rockers... Read more »
Album Review: Blink 182
Chris Landis, PNN Staff
October 6, 2011
In February 2009, Blink-182 appeared onstage together for the first time in five years. Travis Barker, the group’s drummer said “We used to play music together, and now we’ve decided we’re going to play music again,” with bassist/vocalist Mark Hoppus excitedly shouting “Blink-182... Read more »
Album Review: Switchfoot-Vice Verses
Eric Lucas, PNN Staff
September 28, 2011
At this point in Switchfoot’s career, it seems as though they’ve finally found a niche that’s comfortable enough for them. Hello Hurricane, the bands previous effort, showcased the gang writing a batch of songs that they’ve always wanted to write, but never had a chance to do so. And now... Read more »
Rags to Riches
Jessica Schroeder, PNN Staff
September 22, 2011
Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. from Charleston, West Virginia went from a car washer to a million dollar Las Vegas headline act within a very short time span. Murphy, who claimed to Charleston news reporters that he had never received a singing lesson in his life, still went on to win the coveted $1 million... Read more »
Album Review: Bon Iver – Bon Iver
Eric Lucas, PNN Staff
September 21, 2011
For those of you looking for a smooth and enjoyable listen, try picking up Bon Iver and giving it a shot. Bon Iver (pronounced bon hiver) is French for “good winter” or “have a good winter”. And actually, that’s what it sounds like you should do when you’re listening to Bon Iver’s second... Read more »
