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Rolling Loud gives back to Los Angeles communities affected by wildfires

Jan 24, 2025 | kcpr.org | Kat Orozco |Adilene Gomez Santiago

Rolling Loud is known to deliver a yearly experience in Los Angeles, highlighting established artists and nurturing the next generation of hip-hop stars. The festival has become a bridge for up-and-coming hip-hop artists, providing a space for underground musicians to become more visible and get a foot closer to headlining status. The music festival is now roughly two months away, but tension remains as the Palisades wildfires have been deeply affecting the Los Angeles communities.
Seven albums to look out for in 2025

Jan 16, 2025 | kcpr.org | Kat Orozco |Bailee Isackson

The early months of 2025 have outlined a promising season for new music. Here is a hand-picked selection from these fresh releases to help you welcome the new year. Brighton’s most explosive duo, Lambrini Girls, released their highly anticipated debut album “Who Let The Dogs Out” on Jan. 10. Leading singles “Company Culture,” “Big Dick Energy” and “Love” gave fans a taste of their poison-tongued lyricism and classic punchy U.K. punk instrumentals.
Spinning through 2024: KCPR reflects on this year’s top station artists and sounds

Dec 31, 2024 | kcpr.org | Kat Orozco

Whether you’re an Apple Music or Spotify user, music lovers everywhere eagerly anticipate their annual dose of personal listening statistics every early December. At KCPR, we have a tradition of celebrating the broadcasting journey throughout the year: the 2024 Station Wrapped.
I SURVIVED SWEAT TOUR

Dec 11, 2024 | kcpr.org | Kat Orozco

When Spotify Wrapped came out the first week of December, it was no surprise that my top artist was Charli XCX. As I opened the app and watched the cheeky, laid-back video she sent to her top listeners, I smiled and reminisced on my trip to Washington two months earlier to see her perform live. My California fingers were numb as I tried to pull up my digital ticket, nearing the entrance of the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.
Pharrell Williams is beyond “Happy”

Nov 28, 2024 | kcpr.org | Kat Orozco |Adilene Gomez Santiago

Adilene Gomez Santiago is a content writer, photographer, videographer and disc jockey for KCPR. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group. “Drop It Like It’s Hot” by Snoop Dogg, “Milkshake” by Kelis and “Pink + White” by Frank Ocean are all well-known songs. You recognize the lyrics, the beats and the artists, however, what often goes unnoticed is the person behind the production of each track.
The “joyful noise” of Blair Gun

Nov 25, 2024 | kcpr.org | Kat Orozco

Four-piece boy band Blair Gun, hailing from the corners of San Diego’s shoegaze and ‘90s alt-rock scene, is neither a tribute band wishing to experience the bygone days of classic punk rock, nor a group paving way towards an entirely new wave of music. They fall somewhere in the middle, comfortably.
Genre Deep Dive: Synth Pop

Nov 20, 2024 | kcpr.org | Kat Orozco |Joe Forrestdavis

The late 1970s and early 1980s yielded a fresh crop in the world of developing sounds — the rise of synth music and its eerie yet captivating impression felt new and futuristic to listeners. Over 40 years have passed since this experimental era hit the ground running, and diving deep into its roots can feel overwhelming. Do not fret; KCPR has you covered with a guide to essential new-wave artists who shaped this genre.
Burnt Dog Sessions Presents: Mariee Siou

Nov 18, 2024 | kcpr.org | Kat Orozco

Singer-songwriter Mariee Siou joined us in the KCPR lounge for a beautiful acoustic set. Through her psych-folk music, Siou strives to address the cultural divides Americans feel today. Mariee Siou is currently traveling through the United States on her 2024 Fall Tour, which wraps up at the end of December. You can stream her newest single, “Christmas Was Canceled in Bethlehem,” on Apple Music, Spotify, Bandcamp and YouTube. You can also find her on Instagram @marieesiou.
WATCH: Cal Poly Multicultural Center celebrates its 27th Culture Fest

Nov 13, 2024 | mustangnews.net | Kat Orozco

Cal Poly’s Multicultural Center hosted its annual Culture Fest on Saturday, Oct. 26. The festival invites multicultural clubs and organizations to booth in the University Union to connect with students, often with food and music. Mustang News reporter Kat Orozco speaks with dance coordinators to learn how each dance team prepared for the event.
Amyl and the Sniffers take on fame and identity in "Cartoon Darkness"

Nov 12, 2024 | kcpr.org | Kat Orozco |Bailee Isackson

Bailee Isackson is a content writer and photographer for KCPR. The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect those of Mustang Media Group. Aussie pub-punk revivalists Amyl and the Sniffers released their third album, “Cartoon Darkness,” on October 25, opening up the four-piece to a new era of sonic experimentation. Vocalist Amy Taylor and her flatmates began composing music in their Balaclava apartment, writing their EP, “Giddy Up,” in a mere 12 hours.