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Op-Ed: Put your records on

Sophia Britto, Junior Reporter April 21, 2020

Vinyls are back by popular demand, and here to stay on the shelves of college kids and high schoolers all around. Whether they are bought as collectibles, canvases, or to actually be listened to, Millennials...

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No Dry County to perform at GoldenLight Cafe

No Dry County to perform at GoldenLight Cafe

Kimberly Hancock March 11, 2015

What started out as an 80s cover band started their careers playing rock ‘n roll music, but has completely changed over the last couple of years to embody their own unique sound.   No Dry...

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Irish folk band kicks off winter tour at WTAMU

Irish folk band kicks off winter tour at WTAMU

Cheyenne Black February 25, 2015

In the late 1950’s, when kids were trying to learn how to play the guitar or keep rhythm on drums, Paul Brock, Manus McGuire, Garry O’Meara and Denis Carey were in the beginning stages of learning...

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Courtesy of Jesse Melson.The poster for Johnny Reverb’s One Sessions visit.

Johnny Reverb plays at the One Sessions

Laci McGee April 8, 2014

On April 3, Johnny Reverb and his band played at this semester’s One Sessions.  Reverb plays in a variety of genres.  He has begun playing music 1966 and started writing music when he was 12 or...

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The band stops for a photo with student Shannon McKeown and Dr. Bob Hansen (right).

Brock McGuire band visits WT’s campus

Preston Thomas March 4, 2014

On Feb. 24 the Brock McGuire band, four Irish musicians playing a mix of songs one part traditional Irish music and one part Appalachian Bluegrass music, performed in the Northen Recital Hall to a...

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Local. Art by Chris Brockman.

The Prairie talks to Smile Empty Soul

Laci McGee February 19, 2014

From Feb. 14 through Feb. 16, the Ink Life Tour took place at the Amarillo Civic Center’s North Hall. Along with many renowned tattoo artists from around the country, the Ink Life Tour was highlighted...

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Local. Art by Chris Brockman.

Upcoming events for Choir and Music

Cheyenne Black February 11, 2014

Musically inclined students at WTAMU have a variety of options at their disposal when looking for live music events, both on and off campus. The Department of Music hosts a large number of events...

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Battle of the bands logo. Photo courtesy of the event planning class Facebook page.

Battle of the Bands to benefit JOY International

Megan Moore November 15, 2013

JOY International presents Battle of the Bands on Nov. 15 to raise awareness of human trafficking. There will be four bands battling it out for a cash prize. All proceeds from the donation-only...

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Death Cab for Cutie album cover.

Death Cab for Cutie

Jonathan Scott November 12, 2013

Even though this album was released in October of 2003, it’s worth revisiting. It was easily one of the top five albums of the year. Death Cab for Cutie in many ways, represented a new spin on Seattle...

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Sevendust performs at Freakfest 2013.

Freakfest 2013 was a hit

Brooke Self November 5, 2013

On Oct. 26, Freakfest 2013 was held at the Lonestar Amphitheatre in Lubbock. With a packed full list of bands, this event was the anticipation of many local rock lovers. Gemini Syndrome, For Today,...

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Hollywood Social Logo (Web Version). Art by Chris Brockman.

Hollywood Social: Episode 10

Daniela Fierro April 19, 2013

If you're having trouble viewing, watch it on YouTube! This episode was produced by The Prairie’s Web Editor, Daniela Fierro. This episode is 03:53 long. Cover art by Chris Brockman. Any...

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Entertainment Story. Art by Chris Brockman.

Paramore Breaks New Ground

Brooke Self April 16, 2013

On April 8, Paramore released their fourth studio album. This is the band’s first self-titled album and is easily their most adventurous, experimental and accomplished album thus far. Following a series...

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