In 1963, director Otto Preminger independently brought “The Cardinal” to theaters. Antheming the production was Frank Sinatra’s iconic voice to the tune of “Stay With Me,” a song written specifically for the film. Half a century later, these lyrics slyly slipped off the lips of legendary artist Bob Dylan and onto the most dynamic record of his career.
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Following Dr. William May’s retirement as dean of the School of Music last spring, the music department conducted a thorough search for a replacement and has found its top three candidates.
Indie folk band Seryn breaks the static, slow mold of the genre. The six-piece band will play songs from its newest album, “Shadow Shows,” at 8:30 p.m. Saturday at Common Grounds.
Singer-songwriter Lesley Gore, who topped the charts in 1963 at age 16 with her epic song of teenage angst, “It’s My Party,” and followed it up with the hits “Judy’s Turn to Cry,” and the feminist anthem “You Don’t Own Me,” died Monday. She was 68.
Armstrong Browning Library’s seventh annual Valentine’s Day Extravaganza will celebrate the love of poets Robert and Elizabeth Browning with music and a dessert reception. The event will take place from 2 – 4 p.m. Saturday in the library’s McLean Foyer of Meditation.
By Allie Matherne Reporter Baylor’s a Capella group VirtuOSO placed first in the Varsity Vocals’ International Championship of Collegiate a…
Kanye West says he has nothing but respect for Beck. The Grammys? Not so much. West paid a visit on Ryan Seacrest and his “On Air” radio show Wednesday to expound on his post-Grammy diss of the surprise Album of the Year winner.
Andrew Hozier’s song “Take me to Church,” fuses controversy and rhythm as he takes on topics including religion and gay rights. The song quickly ascended the music charts and left a mark on listeners. It was nominated this weekend for Song of the Year at the Grammy’s.
On a nostalgia-heavy Grammy night generally lacking in surprise, Beck bested heavily favored artists such as Beyonce and Sam Smith for album of the year.
The biggest names in music will gather for the 57th annual Grammy Awards Show Sunday. The program, hosted by rapper LL Cool J, will award Grammys to musicians for achievements in more than 80 musical categories.
Though some people may dance in their kitchens, most don’t think of faucets as instruments – unless you are Glenn Kotche.
Austin Senior Alex Hoeft performs an original song at Common Grounds’ Open Mic on Wednesday evening. His music is available…
In keeping with longstanding tradition, the Recording Academy has arranged several May-December duets for the Feb. 8 ceremony, organizers announced Wednesday, including planned performances by Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett.
The Lariat staff compiled a list of its most cherished Christmas tunes, which reflect the individual personalities and interests of our members.
Bobby Keys, a saxophonist and lifelong rock ‘n’ roller known to millions for his blasting solo on the Rolling Stones’ “Brown Sugar,” has died at his home in Franklin, Tenn. He was 70 years old.
For better or for worse, in sickness and in health, and on the road making music, Abner Ramirez and Amanda Sudano-Ramirez are the married souls behind the up-and-coming folk band Johnnyswim.
A two-hour documentary, “Bing Crosby Rediscovered,” premiering at 7 p.m. today on PBS, should introduce a new generation to arguably the most underrated artist of the 20th century.
Pink Floyd produced a new album 20 years after its last work to say one thing: goodbye.
Spotify’s Swedish CEO voiced disappointment Tuesday that Taylor Swift pulled her music off the popular music streaming service, denying claims it’s making money “on the backs of artists.”
Chester Missing’s broad brown face is familiar on South African television where he is known for provocative, funny comments on politics and racial issues. Missing asks South African politicians questions that few others would dare.
Now he has been gagged by a court order to stop challenging a white singer.
I remember watching a TV special on Jerry Lee Lewis as a kid.
Behind All-University Sing and Pigskin acts is one man who is instrumental to the event’s execution: musical arranger Jason Young. After 30 years, Young has seen so many acts that he’s convinced he knows the formula for an act that can win it all.
Chi Omega and Kappa Omega Tau are hosting a concert tonight at Common Grounds featuring Christian singer Ellie Holcomb. Proceeds from the show will benefit the nonprofit organization Haiti Transformed.
This year almost 100 student and community organizations will participate in the Baylor Homecoming Parade.
Puppies, food trucks and live music are taking over Fifth Street this weekend for a campus-wide Homecoming celebration.
By Madison Miller & Julia Eckardt Reporters After a seven-year hiatus, Waco band ColorBox released its first EP titled “Meet…
Taylor Swift’s style is continually new, independent and, yet, completely predictable.
A famous Latvian aviator who joined a Nazi killing squad during World War II is being brought to life in a musical that has outraged Jews in the Baltic country and beyond.
Johnny Winter’s wife says listening to her late husband’s newest album is bittersweet because it’s one of his best works but was released after his death.
Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams have lost the first round in their battle with Marvin Gaye’s family in an ongoing debate over whether their 2013 megahit “Blurred Lines” infringed on Gaye’s 1977 song “Got to Give It up.”
