By Emma Sipple, Elysiana Granado, Megan Zapalac, Sabrina Hoover, Shelbie Rhodes & Adán Rubio Despite the COVID-19 pandemic causing multiple event cancellations, Sept. 25 will mark the opening of one event Lubbock locals have anticipated: the Panhandle South Plains Fair. Along with the food, rides and other attractions attendees have grown to love at the […]
Rise of Afropop: African music finding a home with mainstream audiences
December 15, 2019 by
By Andrea Payne Whether through earbuds, headphones or sing-alongs, individuals indulge in different genres of music through sound and rhythm. Afropop, a sub-genre of pop music, has started to make its way into mainstream popularity. According to a data analysis by Statista, pop music garners a total of 30 percent of all music listeners — […]
Moonlight Musicals: Opportunities to Create Something Bigger
November 18, 2019 by
By Michelle Bless Gerald Dolter, the founder of Moonlight Musicals and professor of voice at Texas Tech University, said he wanted to give his students the opportunity to gain on-stage experience in live theatre. His fellow professor of voice, Karl Dent, had the same intention. “As a teacher, you have an inborn goal of helping […]
10 Underappreciated albums by obscure artists
May 15, 2018 by
Obscure (adjective): 1 “Not discovered or known about; uncertain.” 2“Not important or well known.” 3 “Not clearly expressed or easily understood.” — Oxford Dictionary Author’s Note- The views expressed in this article are entirely subjective and dependent on one’s own perception. What constitutes “obscurity” will invariably differ from person to person. The variables taken into […]
14 New Artists of 2017
November 17, 2017 by
2017 has been incredibly fruitful in terms of musical releases, in particular the new acts we have been introduced to. So, in that spirit, here is The Hub@TTU’s list of exciting new artists of 2017. Happy listening. 1. Alex Lahey Hailing from Australia, Alex Lahey brings an exciting, blissful energy to indie rock. On her […]
What’s In a Name: Which Songs of the Same Name Are the Best
October 25, 2017 by
In the world of music, there are only so many titles that exist when naming a song, so it is inevitable that there will be some overlap. However, that does not mean all songs are equal, and the most important thing an artist can do is ensure their song is the best among all other […]
WrestleMania: ‘The Grandest Stage of Them All’
April 7, 2017 by
By Brandon Medina WrestleMania 33, the wrestling industry’s biggest event of the year, took place at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida on April 2. This year’s WrestleMania featured wrestlers such as Randy Orton, Triple H, John Cena, Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns and The Undertaker, who all work under World Wrestling Entertainment. Andrew Marks, a […]
Is Jazz in a La La Land or a Desolate One?
April 7, 2017 by
By Mary Onishi In Damien Chazelle’s modern musical “La La Land,” Ryan Gosling plays Sebastian, a pianist passionate about saving jazz and opening his own club in Los Angeles. Sebastian’s passion is driven by the idea that jazz music is dying. But is it? Assistant Professor of Jazz at Texas Tech Ben Haugland said this […]
Humans of Diversity Week
March 23, 2017 by
Diversity Week is “dedicated to celebrating and understanding the importance of diversity” on Texas Tech’s campus. What are the qualities that you feel make you unique? RG: I was born in Mexico but lived the most of my life in the bottom of Texas. I am mostly reserved and quiet. I think most of it […]
Mural of the Story
March 8, 2017 by
Lubbock is known for being home to Texas Tech’s Red Raiders, but it is also rich in art, culture, and entertainment. Lubbock’s Cultural District, which includes locations in the Depot District, Texas Tech’s campus, and Art District, is home to fine arts, museums, and musical performances. The Lubbock Cultural District website describes the trendy area: “The […]
