Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

“NH2” is coming, folks.

Mela Lozano, University of Texas at San Antonio

He will have you reminiscing about your first love in every song.

Lauren Prestia, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Her spoken word is just as genius as her writing.

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

The bop brings R&B vibes and creative sounds.

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

The raw debut album is a narrative toward self-discovery and meaning.

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

One up-and-coming artist and her Friends are fusing pop and jazz into musical masterpieces, one song at a time.

Christopher Duggan, Boise State University

With ‘Phantom Palace,’ Kevin Johnson introduces his own brand of ‘time travel pop.’

Noah Carey, University of Pennsylvania

‘The Game: Penetrating the Secret Society of Pickup Artists’ can teach plenty of lessons — some more valuable than others.

Lauren Do, Davidson College

You might not want to throw out those college degrees just yet.

Christopher Duggan, Boise State University

A crowd at the Neurolux in Boise, Idaho took a trip into the Melancholy Box of Infinite Sadness and will never be the same.

Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison

How iconic bars like the Gay 90’s have been dragging a stubborn society to a more welcoming future.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

The hilariously foul-mouthed Australian puppet comedian has a big introspective side.

Eric Alexander, University of Colorado Denver

One of the U.K.’s fastest-rising producers is expanding his signature style.

Tom Pinto, Ringling College of Art and Design

Dr. Luke: doctor of music but ruiner of morals and reputations

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Listen outside of your comfort zone.

Rebecca McKinley Parsons, Wake Forest University

Taylor’s signature cryptic messages are back.

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

After much anticipation, is ‘The Big Day’ everything it’s been made out to be?

Lauren Prestia, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Even though he’s gone, the New Orleans funkmaster lives on through memories and samples alike.

Morgan Thomas, Baylor University

Simple efforts can make a big difference.

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

The chilling climate change warning is a stunning blend of activism and art.

Haley Cohen, Quinnipiac University

This Dream Theater album’s lyrical insight into mental illness is still relevant today.

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

Only Postmodern Jukebox could see Eminem in gypsy jazz.

Sophie Westergren, Ithaca College

If you find yourself in a music rut, don’t despair.

Zailin Peña, Southern Adventist University

Dive deep into the true crime genre this summer.

Charlotte Susser, University of Chicago

Gretchen McCulloch shows readers that there’s more to internet language than you think.

Taylor Sprinkle, University of Texas at Austin

The musician’s latest release reframes our issues as an opportunity for self-improvement, rather than an excuse for self-pity.

Sarah Mease, Columbia College Chicago

The powerhouse musician ups the ante by doing two simultaneous tours, Enigma and Jazz & Piano.

Emma Dailey Mitchell, Columbia College Chicago

Gotta protect ‘em all.

Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College

Nigerian musician Burna Boy could be the next breakout artist.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Why simply read horror stories when you can create and star in your own?

Christopher Duggan, Boise State University

The Chicago MC’s debut album is a 22 track love letter to God, marriage and his wife that’s heavy on enthusiasm and light on most everything else.

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

And they’re all women.

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Rap and hip-hop is once again turning to Africa for inspiration.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

The latest Timothy Zahn novel caps off a trilogy about the beloved ‘Star Wars’ villain.

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Classical music isn’t dead, it’s just evolved into something greater.

Rebecca McKinley Parsons, Wake Forest University

Giddy up boys, Spacey Kacey is the new sheriff in town.

Amber Amortegui, Palm Beach Atlantic University

This crooner’s heavily soulful sound is filled with hard work and heartbreak.

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

It’s not all about trucks, beers and hometown girls.

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

Smith’s second album is a considerably rare yet beautiful approach to rap music.

Nicole Peterson, Geneva College

The latest album by the Christian rapper dives deep into themes of pain, depression and introspection.

Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College

The Flaming Lips still have it decades later.

Claudia Ng, University of Texas at Austin

The Kingdom of Ravka is leaping from page to screen.

Emma Dailey Mitchell, Columbia College Chicago

Hold on to your capes.

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

Each song has something to offer listeners — whether it be positive or negative.

Eric Alexander, University of Colorado Denver

Take a listen to the Austrian musician’s newest track, ‘Snake Charmer,’ and three other songs that put a new twist on swing.

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

It’s about time we all “see them aliens.”

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Grant Morrison’s famous run on the World’s Strangest Heroes offers fans of the show even more madness.

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

As the eligibility period comes to a close, Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish look to dominate.

Tom Pinto, Ringling College of Art and Design

The Japanese genre evokes the sounds of neon city life, and it’s starting to make a splash in the West.

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

Smart home speakers are becoming incredibly popular but have been inaccessible to the deaf and hard of hearing community — until now.

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

This mixtape is inherently political and emotionally charged.

Sarah Mease, Columbia College Chicago

Five years on, it’s time to take a look at one of jazz music’s unlikelier duos.

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

Dreamville finds strength and inspiration in numbers.

Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Is it a breakthrough for Saudi Arabia, or a compromise to stifle the movement?

Rebecca McKinley Parsons, Wake Forest University

They’re leaving their Disney personas far behind.

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

These artists are shedding light on a subject that is often left in the dark.

Abby Webb, Rice University

Ingrid Michaelson’s new album sets the ever-popular ‘Stranger Things’ to music.

Carli Moses, Union University

Does she just need to calm down?

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

Thom Yorke and Paul Thomas Anderson collaborate to create a surreal music video.

Lauren Prestia, University of Massachusetts Lowell

Here are the details about the rapper’s detainment in Sweden.

Sarah Mease, Columbia College Chicago

Omar Lazri is taking art to new dimensions.

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

Other worlds are waiting for you in the literary canon.

Taylor Sprinkle, University of Texas at Austin

Hot girl summer isn’t over yet. Keep the energy going with these jams.

Carli Moses, Union University

Nora Ephron was a master writer of rom-coms for the neurotic.

Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College

EDM producer Marshmello is making more of the same.

Rebecca McKinley Parsons, Wake Forest University

With their raw talent and catchy ballads, how could they be ignored?

Sydney Hawkins, Alabama A&M University

It’s time to look behind the scenes of this multibillion-dollar industry.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

Appeal to more personality types and broader audiences.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Author Al Ewing has given a new, horror-infused spin on an old monster.

Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison

The Hong Kong protests sure sound crazy, but they were much crazier in person.

Aliza Pelto, Pratt Institute

The DNA test wasn’t kidding when it said she was 100% ‘that b—h.’

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

This beautifully dark, lyric verse novel tells the story of Joan of Arc — a young country girl turned great leader who burned for the girls who fear the fire inside themselves.

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

The annual awards ceremony aims to showcase the best of black performers, and the 2019 Awards did just that, with established legends and fresh faces alike.

Eleanore Belanger, Arizona State University

You’ll never look at these stories the same.

Eric Alexander, University of Colorado Denver

Funk’s not dead.

Aliza Pelto, Pratt Institute

The Jonas Brothers aren’t the only brothers taking the music scene by storm.

Rebecca McKinley Parsons, Wake Forest University

Long pushed out of the spotlight in favor of performers, songwriters are finally getting to be the center of attention.

Charlotte Susser, University of Chicago

Step aside, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

Because we all want to at least look like we’re intelligent.

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

Lay back, relax and let these podcasters do all the research while you tan poolside this summer.

Kristin Auld, St John’s University

How the body-embracing tunes we love today came to be.

Madison Feser, Seton Hall University

The folk-rock band explores the generational impact of addiction.

Taylor Sprinkle, University of Texas at Austin

The electronic music scene is in desperate need of a feminist revolution.

Zailin Peña, Southern Adventist University

We keep hearing calls for equality and inclusion. Brown tells us why we need to be louder.

Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College

Freddie Gibbs and Madlib deliver some old school hip-hop nostalgia.

Kala Horvat, University of Georgia

Spoiler alert: They nailed it.

Simona Barca, American University

Help yourself to these awesome podcasts.

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

It has certainly paid off to keep up for this long.

Luke Hebert, Baruch College

Yeezy there Kanye … You’re getting a tad too culty.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

This channel is a treasure trove of knowledge on literary fiction, fantasy, writing and much, much more.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

If National Novel Writing Month proved too tough before, maybe it’s time to try this virtual writer’s retreat.

Hannah Jumer, Converse College

The young adult novel by C.J. Lyons is an enticing murder mystery about defining yourself outside of your family.

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

This album honors black pride and celebrates diversity.

Veronica Kuffel, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Singapore is experiencing an artistic revolution.

Sam Shepherd, McGill University

Broadway is getting better, but The Great White Way still has ways to go before becoming truly accessible.

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

What’s next for these two artists?

Haley Cohen, Quinnipiac University

Crybaby’s headin’ off to high school.

Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College

Mark Ronson’s latest work is a fun sort of sad.

Taylor Sprinkle, University of Texas at Austin

Meet Blood Cultures, the elusive electro-pop band that aims to play with your nostalgia.

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Myrland read one of the Greek philosopher’s most popular works so that you don’t have to.