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2024 in Music: Records Broken, Trends Set, and Artists Who Dominated
2024 delivered a year of innovation, notable comebacks, and key developments that shaped the music industry. Here’s a review of the year’s defining stories.
Cowboy Songs & Humanity in Songwriting: The Music of Sarah Margaret
Sarah Margaret, a senior at the University of Idaho, majors in modern languages and business while pursuing music. Inspired by Neil Young and others, she writes emotionally resonant songs. Her latest single, Cowboy Song, explores independence and connection. Blending original tracks with covers, Sarah is emerging as a notable figure in the indie-folk scene.
We Had Chat GPT Write a Story About AI Generated Music: Girly Girl Productions
The Monthly Scoop September 2024
Sabrina Carpenter’s sold-out “Short n’ Sweet Tour” began in September, showcasing her album with interactive performances. Country legend Kris Kristofferson passed away, remembered for his songwriting and acting. Paul McCartney debuted the last Beatles song, “Now and Then,” at his concert. Upcoming, Mike Dimes will perform live with supporting artists.
10 Songs That Feel Like Autumn
The changing seasons bring reflective feelings and a desire to slow down. To set the autumn mood, consider these songs: “There She Goes” by The La’s, “Linger” by The Cranberries, “She Dances” by Billie Marten, “Roslyn” by Bon Iver, “‘Tis Autumn” by Nat Cole King Trio, “Je te laisserai des mots” by Patrick Watson, “Champagne Problems” by Taylor Swift, “Sleep on the Floor” by The Lumineers, “we fell in love in october” by girl in red, and “Rhiannon” by Fleetwood Mac.
The Monthly Scoop August 2024
Catch up on the latest updates and major announcements from the music world.
Liam St. John to Headline CougFest 2024
Liam St. John, a rising singer-songwriter in the blues-rock music scene, is scheduled to headline CougFest 2024 on September 6th on WSU’s Thompson Flats. The event, organized by the WSU Student Events Board (SEB), will feature a beer garden and food provided by Munchies at 5:00 PM with music starting at 5:30 PM.
In Conversation: Madeline Hawthorne
Earlier this year, KZUU caught up with Madeline Hawthorne at Treefort Music Festival, where she shared insights into her journey as a musician and the inspiration behind her latest album, Tales From Late Nights & Long Drives.
