Altug Karakurt, Author at https://www.cuindependent.com/author/altug-karakurt/ The independent student voice of CU Boulder. Mon, 19 Apr 2021 02:15:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.3 Flyte’s breakup album “This Is Really Going to Hurt” bites off more than it can chew https://www.cuindependent.com/2021/04/15/flytes-this-is-going-to-hurt/ Fri, 16 Apr 2021 02:51:50 +0000 https://www.cuindependent.com/?p=125988 In their second album, Flyte tackles heartbreak and emotional struggle. Their attempt falls flat due to uninspired songwriting. By Altug Karakurt

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]]> ‘Truth to Power’: the power of art for social change https://www.cuindependent.com/2021/02/19/truth-to-power-review/ Sat, 20 Feb 2021 01:10:06 +0000 https://www.cuindependent.com/?p=123875 The documentary "Truth to Power" follows Serj Tankian's inspiring political activism through the System of a Down years and beyond. By Altug Karakurt

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]]> Arlo Parks’ “Collapsed in Sunbeams” is a timely soundtrack to emotional healing https://www.cuindependent.com/2021/02/02/arlo-parks-collapsed-in-sunbeams/ Tue, 02 Feb 2021 22:03:12 +0000 https://www.cuindependent.com/?p=123270 Parks' debut album reads like an audiobook for slice-of-life poetry mixed with the soundtrack of a coming-of-age movie. By Altug Karakurt

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]]> “Sound of Metal” studies grief, addiction and disability through unique storytelling https://www.cuindependent.com/2020/11/19/sound-of-metal-movie-review/ Fri, 20 Nov 2020 00:06:19 +0000 https://www.cuindependent.com/?p=121717 “Sound of Metal” follows the journey of punk drummer Ruben, who starts losing his hearing and has to adapt to his new reality. By Altug Karakurt

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]]> Up-and-coming R&B singer Pachara talks his debut single about mental health https://www.cuindependent.com/2020/09/23/pachara-debut-single-mental-health/ Thu, 24 Sep 2020 02:04:35 +0000 https://www.cuindependent.com/?p=119938 Bangkok R&B singer Pachara showcases his bold sound and touching lyricism on his debut single "YRC." By Altug Karakurt

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]]> Marilyn Manson finds a mature sound with “WE ARE CHAOS” https://www.cuindependent.com/2020/09/14/marilyn-manson-we-are-chaos-review/ Tue, 15 Sep 2020 04:13:09 +0000 http://cuindependent.com/?p=119655 Marilyn Manson cultivates the mature sound he has been looking for in his new album "WE ARE CHAOS". By Altug Karakurt

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]]> Amidst a pandemic and without in-person clients, Colorado’s tattoo artists are getting creative https://www.cuindependent.com/2020/04/17/tattoo-artists-during-covid-19/ Sat, 18 Apr 2020 01:23:00 +0000 http://cuindependent.com/?p=116724 Unable to take clients due to a state-wide stay-at-home order, Colorado's tattoo artists are turning to custom creations to support themselves and healthcare workers across the state. By Altug Karakurt

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]]> Three 6 Mafia delivers in Denver reunion show https://www.cuindependent.com/2020/03/08/three-6-mafia-denver/ Mon, 09 Mar 2020 01:48:41 +0000 http://cuindependent.com/?p=114867 Three 6 Mafia reunited at the Fillmore Auditorium on Friday after an eight-year hiatus, bringing together budding hip-hop. By Altug Karakurt

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]]> Hip-hop collective Three 6 Mafia will kick off tour in Denver Friday https://www.cuindependent.com/2020/03/04/three-6-mafia-kick-off-tour-in-denver/ Wed, 04 Mar 2020 20:42:22 +0000 http://cuindependent.com/?p=114604 Three 6 Mafia, revolutionary hip-hop artists, will return from their hiatus for a 2020 tour, stopping at Denver's Fillmore Theater. By Altug Karakurt

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]]> Ozzy Osbourne returns sentimental and introspective https://www.cuindependent.com/2020/02/23/ozzy-osbourne-ordinary-man/ Mon, 24 Feb 2020 05:14:37 +0000 http://cuindependent.com/?p=114201 With what might be his last album, Ozzy Osbourne's "Ordinary Man" is an epilogue to the musician's legendary 50-year career. By Altug Karakurt

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