Skip to Main Content
The Student News Site of Louisiana State University

Reveille

The Student News Site of Louisiana State University

Reveille

The Student News Site of Louisiana State University

Reveille

Music

Reveille Ranks: David Byrne and St. Vincent, “Love This Giant”

Reveille Ranks: David Byrne and St. Vincent, “Love This Giant”

By News Editor September 6, 2012

When it was first announced that art-rock legend David Byrne would create his first work in four years with St. Vincent (Annie Clark), a still unknown but talented indie powerhouse, the pair seemed unlikely....

Reveille Ranks: Lecrae, “Gravity”

Reveille Ranks: Lecrae, “Gravity”

By Entertainment Writer September 6, 2012

Houston-based rapper Lecrae continues to challenge traditional thinking with his latest effort, “Gravity.” Far from what’s expected of a gospel album, the LP blends messages of faith...

Reveille Ranks: Two Door Cinema Club, “Beacon”

Reveille Ranks: Two Door Cinema Club, “Beacon”

By Entertainment Writer September 6, 2012

Two Door Cinema Club has managed the impossible: a sophomore album that isn’t out-shined by its acclaimed predecessor. “Beacon,” recorded in L.A., showcases a return of the Irish import’s...

Reveille Ranks: Matchbox Twenty, “North”

Reveille Ranks: Matchbox Twenty, “North”

By Entertainment Writer September 6, 2012

Pack up the Skechers and slap bracelets for good, because Matchbox Twenty finally killed what was left of late ’90s vibes. With their first studio album in a decade, Rob Thomas and company bring...

Garrett Saia, Wake Into the Nightmare lead singer.

Local Band Talks Music and Faith

By Kate Mabry, Staff writer September 4, 2012

When asked to characterize a typical Christian band, most people will describe their church choir or a melodic, soft-sounding band on their local Christian radio stations, but today’s youth has begun...

Reveille Ranks: Trey Songz, “Chapter V”

Reveille Ranks: Trey Songz, “Chapter V”

By Entertainment Writer August 27, 2012

If you’re looking for a cure for virginity, look no further than Trey Songz’s fifth studio album, “Chapter V.” Heavy on sex and soft on subtlety, the album is the perfect manifestation...

Reveille Ranks: Yeasayer, “Fragrant World”

Reveille Ranks: Yeasayer, “Fragrant World”

Yeasayer has garnered a distinct reputation among music blogs, devout followers and the festival circuit, and the group’s latest album, “Fragrant World,” further contributes fodder to...

New Orleans-based rapper Curren$y performs at the Varsity Theatre Friday.

Curren$y gains popularity, forced to walk to BR show

By David Jones August 21, 2012

Editor’s note: This article contains explicit language. Curren$y's latest project may have landed him in a major-label studio, but nothing can compromise the rapper’s hazy, homestyle approach...

Anthony Ryan Auld, 2009 alumnus, competed on the ninth season of reality show "Project Runway."

My Mix Tape: What’s on Auld’s iPod?

By Keyshae Robinson, Staff writer April 25, 2012

Anthony Ryan Auld, a 2009 LSU graduate, competed on the ninth season of reality show “Project Runway.” Although Auld didn’t win (he came in seventh place), he is using the experience...

Young The Giant performs at the New Orleans House of Blues to a sold out crowd Tuesday, March 20, 2012.

On the Record: Young the Giant

By Kevin Thibodeaux, Staff writer April 25, 2012

Up-and-coming rock band Young the Giant is still riding the success of its 2011 self-titled album, which introduced the group to a new audience. Lead singer Sameer Gadhia took time out of the band’s...