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Coldplay has already solidified themselves as one of the top alternative bands of this era. However, their newest release, which is titled Ghost Stories, shows the band in a way we haven’t seen before. The new album is more subtle and stripped down compared to previous efforts. A great example of this element is the song "Magic". This allows lead singer Chris Martin to show off his rich vocals. The […]

The Black Keys are back with a brand new album. Turn Blue, which was released May 12th, is the third top 10 album for the duo on the Billboard 200 chart. In fact, Turn Blue beat out the new Michael Jackson record for number one. There is something for old and new fans to love on this album. The Black Keys keep their signature style but experiment sonically throughout the […]

Chromeo first hit the music scene in 2004 with their debut album called She’s In Control. Now, a decade later, David Macklovitch and Patrick Gemayel are back again with their fourth album, White Women, and it does not disappoint. The smooth rhythms and electronic dance vibes could possibly put this successful underground duo right into the mainstream spotlight. One thing is for sure about this release; it will have you […]

Most know Asher Roth for his single “I Love College” which was released back in 2008. While that song put the rapper on the map, his newest album release called RetroHash shows the growth of an artist. There are still the carefree lyrics that many have come to love from the rapper but he also dives deeper into human emotion and real life situations. The music features catchy hooks that […]

Damon Albarn needs no introduction. His work with the animated band, Gorillaz, has solidified him as one of the greats in the world of alternative music. The ability to combine influences of real world situations and the abstract set him apart from the typical songwriter. His conceptual ideas and themes can take the listener to a place that’s familiar and foreign all in the same song. To no surprise, his […]

Jarod Gorbell and Blake Sennett are the duo that make up Night Terrors of 1927. Their sound has been described as dark cathartic synth pop and boasts extremely catchy hooks. This formula is exemplified on their track called “Dust and Bones” from their EP Guilty Pleas. The band is from Los Angeles and is currently touring all over the United States. The band has also released two music videos to […]

RSU Radio is giving away a ton of swag to celebrate the Wakarusa Music Festival. It’s not just cool merchandise though, we’re also giving away a weekend for four at Wakarusa! We’ll be rewarding at least ONE lucky listener a week with a Wakarusa prize pack starting on May 9. These prize packs include Wakarusa merchandise such as sunglasses, matchbooks, and koozies. If you win one of these packs, then […]

Young and Sick is bringing art and music back together. Dutch artist Nick Van Hofwegen is the mastermind behind the project as a whole including all of the artwork. After releasing a few singles Young and Sick is now back with an incredible self-titled album. The smooth harmonies and vocals will catch your attention from the very beginning. The instrumentals have elements of electronic, indie RnB and pop noir creating […]

American hip-hop artist Benjamin Laub isn’t your typical rapper. In fact, don’t call him Benjamin, call him Grieves. Grieves has been on the hip-hop scene since 2007 and has been making moves ever since. His newest release is called Winter and The Wolves and his rhymes can be both cold and vicious. However, Grieves’ lyrical skills can also dive deeper into human emotion. His passion is poured out all over […]