I had the opportunity to speak with Matt Slocum—co-founder, guitarist, and songwriter for Sixpence None the Richer—about the enduring impact of his music on generations of listeners. Slocum met lead singer Leigh Nash in the early ’90s in their hometown of New Braunfels, Texas. Fast forward to 2024: Sixpence None…
The University Pulse team recently had a chance to interview up-and-coming Boise musician, Maci Mattravers, about her new EP, To The Bone. She was interviewed by Abbie Alling, our Promotions Director. Abbie Alling: Hi, this is University Pulse, we’re here today with Maci Mattravers. Hi Maci! Maci Mattravers: Hi, thank you for…
Written By Maxx Principale Elton John’s Honky Château displays signs of his inspirations of rock and country through his tone of closeted femininity (Honky Cat) and gifted piano playing. Elton’s arrangement of instruments is completely different from anyone else’s. He uses the piano as a lead guitar, the guitar as…
Written By Julia DuBois To yearn, or to pine, it happens to the best of us from time to time. This natural emotion of longing for someone, something, or somewhere, does not discriminate; we can all fall victim to it. When it comes time to express this complex emotion, choosing…
Written by Julia DuBois Misery loves company, and sometimes the best company is with someone that you have never met, who’s singing a song that is just as sad as you are. None of us are immune to the feelings of sadness, so sometimes the best remedy is giving in…
Written by Julia DuBois Emotions are complex, dynamic, fluid, and a vital aspect of the human experience. Communication, funny enough, is also complex, dynamic, fluid, and a vital aspect of the human experience. When the two come together, they create the opportunity for a highly personal and expressive message. Sometimes,…
We caught Moon Owl’s Mages from Boise, Idaho right after their set during the first ever Flipside Fest in Garden City! Host: Sam Woodhouse Video/Production: Preston Valles Photo: Julia Dubois Intro Song: “Little Hog” by Moon Owl’s Mages
By Julia DuBois As many of us are aware, a college experience is so much more than just obtaining a degree; it is a time for creating meaningful connections, finding exciting passions, and discovering who we are as individuals on new and deeper levels. Whether we like it or not,…
By Sara Llamas I was so thrilled to see The Regrettes live at Treefort this last March! At the main stage, this exciting young band brought their A game: lively attitudes, quirky dance moves, and great music. The main vocalist, Lydia Night was skipping across the stage and bouncing like…
Here is a collection of photographs taken by the University Pulse press team that attended Treefort Music Fest on March 23rd to March 27th. Interview with Backhand Interview With French Cassettes