Colin Jones
Class of 2026
Colin Jones is an amateur music critic and enjoyer of the arts. He is currently the co-editor of the Culture Section of the Campus Times. Jones is a member of the class of 2026 and is majoring in Creative Writing. He first contributed to the Campus Times in February of 2024. He has lots of experience editing as well as writing music reviews and opinions. Aside from music, his interests include film, nature, and social justice.
Album Review
“WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA” might be the best pop you hear this year
Slayyyter is but one of many pop artists utilizing club aesthetics in her music as the 2020s march into untold chaos, and it’s not hard to see why. Read More
creative arts
On writing
It is human nature to create, to dream, to strive, and while I may feel silly sometimes talking to friends in “loftier” or more stable career paths, I still feel the drive to write, to sing, to scream, to learn. Read More
Album Review
“From the Pyre” by The Last Dinner Party shows the band is here to stay
They continue to find gold by mining their blend of glam rock and baroque pop with snappy choruses and memorable lyrics and retread this ground entertainingly, while also delving into new ideas to keep things fresh. Read More
concert
A trip down memory lane — I saw Sleep Token in concert
I have a very odd relationship with Sleep Token, who probably the biggest act to emerge from the metal scene in recent years (although their categorization as a “metal” band is often debated). Read More
live in concert
CT Views: Ethel Cain live in Buffalo
Cain vocalized like a woman possessed, gasping and moaning in a sensual yet unsettling way that fit the grimy, sinister tone of the song. Read More
Album
The Essential Albums of Summer 2025
If you’ve been looking for new music to enjoy from a variety of genres, look no further! Read More
Apple Music
The best streaming service is…
Many will say Spotify; some Apple Music; if you hang out with middle-aged mothers, some might Pandora — but what is the definitive answer? Read More
Album
Jane Remover “Revengeseekerz” follows no rules
Forget Playboi Carti — Jane has embraced the popular rage sound that is dominating rap right now but injected it with steroids and cybernetic limbs to create a blown-out, techno-orgy of throttling beats, sassy vocals, and tuneful melodies. Read More
90s kid
CT Escapes: Get the Fork Out
As someone who has done a handful of escape rooms before, I can pretty confidently say that this is the best one I’ve ever done. Read More
Academy Awards
Eastman first-year experiences the Grammy Awards up close and personal
It’s already exciting to view at home, despite the commercial breaks, but it’s even more incredible if you get to be one of the lucky few who attend the ceremonies in person. Eastman Vocal Jazz first-year Harrison Candelario is one such person. Read More
