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The Lumineers “III”: The Perfect Fall Album

The Lumineers “III”: The Perfect Fall Album

“III” is The Lumineers’ third album and is intended to be a story told in three parts. (Photo courtesy of uDiscover Music) Cailey Scholtes Connector Contributor After the success of their 2016 album “Cleopatra,” fans have been anticipating new music from the folk group “The Lumineers.” The songs on their new album “III” were released

“Charli” Album Review: An Experimental, Futuristic Masterpiece

“Charli” is Charli XCX’s first album since 2014. (Photo courtesy of Atlantic Records) Troy Lafond Connector Editor Charli XCX rose to fame in 2014 with her feature on Iggy Azalea’s massive hit “Fancy” and her own hit for “The Fault in Our Stars” soundtrack, “Boom Clap.” To most people, she remained a one hit wonder

Canadian powerhouse, Craig Stickland, is a musical sensation

Craig Stickland opened for Irish band, Hudson Taylor, at the City Winery in February. (Taken by Christina Laderoute) Born in Vancouver and raised in Toronto, singer-songwriter Craig Stickland found his passion for music at 15 years old. From touring with “Alessia Cara” and opening shows for “Hudson Taylor,” to headlining his own shows around the

Boston Calling 2019 brings the heat

Christina Laderoute Connector Staff The tenth annual Boston Calling music festival went off without a hitch last weekend. Usually known for its rainy weather, the festival was met with surprisingly warm weather on days two and three. Day one was a cool and overcast 60 degrees with high winds, but that did not stop festival