The Viking

Symphonic Saturday: Tyler, the Creator’s “Chromakopia” does weird so well

Claire O'Connor, Editor • November 9, 2024

On his eighth studio album, “Chromakopia,” released Oct. 28, Tyler, the Creator has once again proved his incredibly unique identity as a deeply multifaceted artist, showing off his singing, rapping,...

Symphonic Saturday: The dos and don’ts of concert etiquette

Claire O'Connor, Editor • October 26, 2024

We’re in an era of bad, and I mean awful, concert etiquette. Not only is it present, but it’s being normalized. As someone who has attended quite a few concerts, I can’t overstate the positive impact...

Symphonic Saturday: Let’s revisit the cultural sensation of ‘brat summer’

Claire O'Connor, Editor • October 19, 2024

Charli XCX’s neon green, romantically trashy, delightfully glitchy album “brat” has certainly taken the world by storm, bringing Charli to a completely new level of fame. Released Jun. 7, the...

Symphonic Saturday: Billie Eilish Hit Me Hard and Soft concert review

Claire O'Connor, Editor • October 12, 2024

Last Friday I saw the amazing Billie Eilish in concert at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore, Maryland for her album “Hit Me Hard and Soft.” It was the kickoff show for the US after the first few shows in...

Symphonic Saturday: Autumn Anthems

Claire O'Connor, Editor • September 28, 2024

It’s officially fall, so I’m breaking out my big sweaters, mugs of hot chocolate, and of course, my favorite fall tunes. My favorite season is upon us, so I thought I would provide you with a list...

Symphonic Saturday: “Short n Sweet” Album Review

Claire O'Connor, Editor • September 14, 2024

Hi music lovers! Welcome to Symphonic Saturday. I’m Claire O’Connor and I will be writing about all things music — album reviews, drama in the industry, artist spotlights, and much more. I’ve always...