Charli XCX takes on takes on the music industry in “The Moment”
Charli XCX explores fame and failure in new mockumentary. By Ella Walken After the explosive success of her dance pop album
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The Tacoma Ledger
A Student News Magazine for UW Tacoma
music
Lack of affordability pulls the plug on Washington’s Music Scene
The increase in the cost of living is causing difficulties to Washington’s iconic music scene. Leading to concerns about its
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How to support your local music scene
Whether you’re a newcomer to music or just searching for more to do, this is how you can make local
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Top summer albums worth listening to this summer
Whether you’re road tripping or having a picnic, check out this list of albums that capture the bright and warm
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Exclusive: Behind local band Alex Vile as they take over the indie-grunge scene
The Tacoma-based band sits down to discuss their upcoming album, touring and more in an interview with The Ledger. By
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Artist Spotlight: Turnstile turns hardcore punk into mainstream music
Ahead of their upcoming album “Never Enough,” the band is spinning on all cylinders and rising in popularity amongst a
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Seattle grunge band marks their place in music history
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recently announced the 2025 lineup of inductees, including the legendary band Soundgarden. By
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From fireworks to spaceships: how Katy Perry fell from public favor
The once-beloved pop singer has been the target of recent criticism, but how far back does her history go? By
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Music: From affordable to inaccessible
In the past decade, music has become the newest form of art with a heavy price tag, and it’s one
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Album Review: Lady Gaga’s “Mayhem”
Lady Gaga’s newest album goes back to her grungy pop roots with fresh intricate beats in between classic songs and
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