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The album was released Jan. 12, 2024.

Kid Cudi’s “INSANO” Pushes Boundaries, But Falls Short in Execution

Aydan Stigler, Staff Writer
February 24, 2024

 Kid Cudi’s new album “INSANO” explores concepts the rapper has yet to experiment with before, making the album one to remember.     Cudi’s ninth studio album features big names like Travis Scott, Pharell Williams and ASAP Rocky. It plays homage to late rapper...

Users of TikTok can no longer access their favorite songs and artists discographies.

TikTok Content Takes a Hit: Universal Music Group’s Drastic Decision Draws Criticism

Lucas Campbell, Staff Writer
February 23, 2024

 Outcry arises from users of TikTok after losing the ability to use music by Taylor Swift, BTS, Drake, Olivia Rodrigo and more.   On Feb. 1, Universal Music Group removed its music catalog off TikTok, leaving the platform and its creators with significantly less music to...

The Conservatory has around 700 students involved.

Spring Symphony: A Crescendo of Performances at the UMKC Conservatory

Catie Walker and Lilah Manning
February 16, 2024

  This spring, the UMKC Conservatory will host performances ranging from orchestras to jazz groups and solo senior recitals.   Most concerts are free for UMKC students, but larger performances offer students a discounted ticket price.     Sophomore music education...

beautiful downtown vibes Wednesday afternoon is one students Spotify daylist.

UMKC Students Embrace Spotify’s AI-Generated “Daylist” Feature, Unfazed by Music Preferences Tracking

Lucas Campbell and Evelyn Berger
February 8, 2024

 Student’s enjoy the creativity of Spotify’s AI-generated “Daylist” feature and don’t mind the monitoring of their music preferences.     Spotify released its new addition in September, however now in mid-January, it’s gaining traction online due to its unique...

Guhr is working on new music for the future with hopes to find stability in the KC music scene.

XURA: A Unique Sound in the Modern Music Medley

Julius Briscoe, Staff Writer
February 4, 2024

  Known for crafting emotive tracks that blend pop-punk, dark-pop and Victorian punk rock, XURA has always had plans to make a statement in the music industry with his distinctive sound.   XURA, known offstage as Hayden Guhr, knew from early on that he wanted to pursue...

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