Author: Will Sander
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Pluribus: The Most Absurd “What-If” Scenario
E pluribus unum, or “Out of many, one,” is a Latin motto referenced by the Great Seal of the United States. This phrase alludes to the idea of many individuals uniting together into a single collective nation, a principle central to the founders’ ideals. Yet the unity promised remains arguably unattainable, especially when viewed against…
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Review: Royel Otis – Hickey
Just as summer was coming to an end, Australian indie-pop duo Royel Otis decided to bless our ears with their widely anticipated sophomore album, hickey, which gave us a new insight into where they are creatively heading. Royel Maddell and Otis Pavlovic (Royal Otis) jumped right into the indie scene in 2021. With their previous…
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Burnout Days: The Desire For Burnout
Throughout my years in college, I’ve followed a certain sound in modern music. I often find myself listening to bands whose music reflects themes I can relate to–or aspire to relate to–often revolving around questioning the purpose and relationships in my life. It almost becomes a way for me to try to make sense of…