The McAllenite

06/06/2023

Part 2 of this roundup of select 2023 RGV singles includes a kawaii metal surprise, soulful drama, and a moving experimental collaboration.

Part 2 of this roundup of select 2023 RGV singles includes a kawaii metal surprise, soulful drama, and a moving experimental collaboration.

06/06/2023

A recap of RGV singles so far this year (part 1). We got intoxicating art-pop, stimulating tech-house, a devastating Olivia Rodrigo cover, and more.

A recap of RGV singles so far this year (part 1). We got intoxicating art-pop, stimulating tech-house, a devastating Olivia Rodrigo cover, and more.

01/03/2023

The 10 Best RGV Albums of 2022

The quantity of local EP/album releases is decreasing, but not the quality. This past year was full of unforgettable collaborations, thematically dedicated masterpieces, and homegrown inspiration. Enjoy.

The quantity of local EP/album releases is decreasing, but not the quality. This past year was full of unforgettable collaborations, thematically dedicated masterpieces, and homegrown inspiration. Enjoy.

12/31/2022

The 20 Best RGV Songs of 2022

Some of the most distinguished RGV songs to put in our 2022 vault. These are the singles that made us dance, reflect, brood, and get fired up. There are magical indie soundscapes, a wide range of singer-songwriter bliss, and a cumbia anthem that took the RGV by storm.

Some of the most distinguished RGV songs to put in our 2022 vault. These are the singles that made us dance, reflect, brood, and get fired up. There are magical indie soundscapes, a wide range of singer-songwriter bliss, and a cumbia anthem that took the RGV by storm.

12/04/2022

Goodbye to I Killed Techno! - 15 Years of Oddities and Horror

The horror-themed electropunk project that captivated audiences for 15 years will conclude after two final performances.

I don’t log on here much, but I had to just to share this article with you. IKT was one of the most unique and memorable music projects in the RGV for so long. Catch his final two performances. Read the article for more info and a summary on IKT’s career. I Killed Techno

The horror-themed electropunk project that captivated audiences for 15 years will conclude after two final performances.

08/24/2022

Revery curtails the synthwave of albums past, in favor of more dynamic metal, creating his most adventurous album yet.

It’s album catchup week! Come back soon for more reviews of albums we missed earlier this year. Link in bio

08/23/2022

A roundup of new RGV music, featuring blissful indie-pop, corrido melancholy, and politically charged electropunk.

https://www.raymusmedia.com/reviews/roundup082222

A roundup of new RGV music, featuring blissful indie-pop, corrido melancholy, and politically charged electropunk.

08/03/2022

New Roundup! A compilation of new RGV songs, including a 90s-freestyle summer dream, a sentimental music video class assignment that earned an “A”, and the 10-year return of a punk supergroup.

There were 18 new songs I wanted to share with you, but I decided to break them up into three articles, rather than overload one page. So, more songs later this week!

https://www.raymusmedia.com/reviews/roundup080222

Compilation of new RGV songs, including a 90s-freestyle summer dream, a sentimental music video school project that earned an A, and the 10-year return of a punk supergroup.

07/27/2022

After wearing many hats in the local music scene, Corsi’s latest venture is a transparent podcast for small-timers everywhere.

https://www.raymusmedia.com/features/small-time-songwriter-angel-corsi

After wearing many hats in the local music scene, Corsi’s latest venture is a transparent podcast for small-timers everywhere: "Small Time Songwriter"

07/21/2022

Some of the latest singles and EPs from some of the RGV’s greatest creative minds, featuring a sincere remix of the RGV’s most infamous song, alt-hip hop with plenty of conviction, and vivid ambient journeys.

https://www.raymusmedia.com/reviews/roundup-072022

Some of the latest singles and EPs from some of the RGV’s greatest creative minds, featuring a sincere remix of the RGV’s most infamous song, alt-hip hop with plenty of conviction, and vivid ambient journeys.

07/21/2022

New RGV Roundup. Some of the latest singles and EPs from some of the RGV’s greatest creative minds, featuring a sincere remix of the RGV’s most infamous song, alt-hip hop with plenty of conviction, and vivid ambient journeys. Link in bio.

05/20/2022

A first look at the new single by - “You’re My Favorite.” It’s got their signature emo moods and instantly memorable riffs, sounding more inspired than ever. A great single to reignite the band.

I have an RGV Roundup of new music tomorrow. It’s been a long time in the making because I missed so much this year, but I’ll be doing more of these “First Impression” series to have more frequent content to put out. For now, check out the new single. Link in bio, as always. Have a great Friday.

04/14/2022

Got some catching up to do, but today we discuss the latest album by Royal Angst - Antisocial Butterfly Pt. 1, link in bio.

Got a music and video roundup I’m working on for next week. Going through my messages to hear what you all have been sending me during my absence, I appreciate it. See you all then. Have a great Thursday.

02/21/2022

Album review of “Don’t Dream In The Grave” by I Killed Techno! Link in bio.

“The most refined album from the RGV’s horror raconteur. An ambitiously concentrated approach, with universally innate darkness that leaves no room for gimmicks.”

12/29/2021

A recap of some RGV albums from the past four months, including a pop artist’s testament to love and life, a singer-songwriter’s glorious resurrection of old demos, and lucid cuts of dreamy synthwave.

Sorry for the delays, but I’m prioritizing the best of 2021 lists right now, but I found the time to finish this article. Enjoy. Link in bio. Thanks for sticking around.

12/23/2021

Raymus Media is back. Maybe not back in black, but back nonetheless. No, I don’t make articles this way, just felt like messing with html and css code lol see you soon.

10/07/2021

Savant Fossa is a psychedelic rock and synth pop project with a hazy and smeared sound that is also beat-driven and impressively produced and arranged. We discuss his inspirations, lyrics, visuals, and his upcoming move away from the RGV.

https://www.raymusmedia.com/podcast/savantfossa

Savant Fossa is a psychedelic rock and synth pop project with a hazy and smeared sound that is also beat-driven and impressively produced and arranged. We discuss his inspirations, lyrics, visuals, and his upcoming move away from the RGV.

09/29/2021

Some of the latest RGV releases. Idiosyncratic hip-hop and pop, bloody boombap noir, and emo with a sense of humor.

https://www.raymusmedia.com/reviews/rgvalbumroundup092821

Some of the latest RGV releases. Idiosyncratic hip-hop and pop, bloody boombap noir, and emo with a sense of humor.

09/25/2021

This month’s RGV songs and videos range from some of the most gorgeous and stunning to some of the most terrifying and shocking we’ve heard all year. The RGV’s artists never cease to amaze us.

https://www.raymusmedia.com/reviews/roundup-rgv-songs-and-videos-091221

This month’s RGV songs and videos range from some of the most gorgeous and stunning to some of the most terrifying and shocking we’ve heard all year. The RGV’s artists never cease to amaze us.

08/19/2021

MIRAAA Media Fest: More Eyes on RGV Narratives

A virtual festival livestream of films, music, and art to add visibility to creatives, the community, and potential of the RGV.

https://www.raymusmedia.com/features/miraaa

A virtual festival livestream of films, music, and art to add visibility to creatives, the community, and potential of the RGV.

08/19/2021

MIRAAA Media Fest: More Eyes on RGV Narratives

A virtual festival livestream of films, music, and art to add visibility to creatives, the community, and potential of the RGV. Link in bio.

08/16/2021

We’re back with a weekly roundup of new RGV music! Yes, we’re going back to putting these roundups out every Sunday again. Got some feature news stories later this week and also restarting the podcast again. Got a busy week ahead, but for now, check out these new releases.

https://www.raymusmedia.com/reviews/weekly-roundup81521

This week’s new RGV songs we’re glad to share with you. Enjoy.

08/16/2021

We’re back with a weekly roundup of new RGV music! Yes, we’re going back to putting these roundups out every Sunday again. Got some feature news stories later this week and also restarting the podcast again. Got a busy week ahead, but for now, check out these new releases. Link in bio.

08/05/2021

We’re back with a roundup of RGV highlights from the past two months. There is campy horror, gamer-inspired dreamscapes, and lo-fi psychedelia that create the most abstract of headspaces. Enjoy!

https://www.raymusmedia.com/reviews/megaroundup8421

We’re back with a roundup of RGV highlights from the past two months. There is campy horror, gamer-inspired dreamscapes, and lo-fi psychedelia that create the most abstract of headspaces. Enjoy!

08/05/2021

We’re back with a roundup of RGV highlights from the past two months. There is campy horror, gamer-inspired dreamscapes, and lo-fi psychedelia that create the most abstract of headspaces. Enjoy!

07/24/2021

Five year anniversary review of the self-titled EP by Los Skagaleros. Catch them at Grassfed 4 tonight at Old Hidalgo Pump House.

“Politically charged ska anthems that are more relevant than ever, with prowess that continues to turn parties into protests and protests into parties.”

https://www.raymusmedia.com/reviews/los-skagaleros-five-year-anniversary-review

Politically charged ska anthems that are more relevant than ever, with the prowess that continues to turn parties into protests and protests into parties. Score: 9/10

07/24/2021

Five year anniversary review of the self-titled EP by Los Skagaleros. Catch them at Grassfed 4 festival tonight at Old Hidalgo Pump House. Review link in bio. “Politically charged ska anthems that are more relevant than ever, with prowess that continues to turn parties into protests and protests into parties.”