Mela Lozano, University of Texas at San Antonio

The band is so psychedelic that just listening to them will get you buzzed.

Sarah Mease, Columbia College Chicago

The ‘Nailed It!’ star and her ‘dick-list’ are the perfect podcast to contextualize your romantic woes.

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Welcome to the world, Lavender May Avery.

Eric Alexander, University of Colorado Denver

The most talented musician you’ve probably never heard of is keeping the genre alive and well.

Logan Floyd, Mercyhurst University

Olaf Stapledon’s sci-fi tale of a roving spaceman’s chronicle captures the heart of humanity’s existential fear.

Simona Barca, American University

You should see her in a crown.

Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College

The hit summer track is beginning to tread hallowed music-history ground.

Tom Pinto, Ringling College of Art and Design

The latest album from the pop darling is for herself, her lovers and the sounds of her past.

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

The show might be finished, but its fans aren’t.

Sam Shepherd, McGill University

Because there’s more to growing up than ‘The Catcher in the Rye.’

Mark Stenberg

The musician’s ‘It takes a village’ approach to his 11th album hasn’t sit well with … anyone.

Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago

The project is her strongest yet and rings with spiritual confidence.

Kathryn Milschewski, Carthage College

If you plan on teaching, you should plan on reading these first.

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

The artist’s latest release, ‘Our Place,’ has all the hallmarks of a viral hit.

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

The search for the song of the summer has officially begun.

Britni Hones, Lindenwood University, Belleville

Bailey’s primary concern is, and always will be, her YouTube family.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Back with another bestseller, Manson sheds light on the sheer atrocities of … well, being a human.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

On his new project, Tyler leans into some experimental production.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Which, as it turns out, faces most of the same boring problems as hetero love.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The mastermind behind a number of canonical musicals has found his work resonating with a new generation.

Paige Brauser, Connecticut College

Feel free to update your TBR list accordingly.

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

‘The Chi’ star’s newest album explores love, lust and loss.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

Eilish’s music might not be for everyone, but it’s also not required listening.

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

The Boy Who Lived has something to say on those that don’t.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Some of your favorite novels are finally coming to the silver screen.

E.L. Meszaros, Brown University

Her retro sound and clever lyrics will hook you before her new album drops.

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

Like her previous YA novel, ‘The Poet X,’ Acevedo’s new novel is all about Latinx literary representation.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Inspired by the birth of his son, Ezra Koenig et al. explore the rhythms of life.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

Check out these triple double no assists.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

Tehlor Kay Mejia’s new novel flares with action and LGBTQ+ representation.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

At just 21-years-old, Bird seems poised for a vertiginous career.

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

As a Vietnamese immigrant and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Vuong is a unique, empathy-inspiring voice in the poetry world.

E.L. Meszaros, Brown University

You probably love his music, even if you don’t recognize his name.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Your favorite 2004 film with a Shakespearean twist.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

While Q has yet to release his magnum opus, he’s showing every sign of reaching all-time status.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

‘Everything is F*cked’ drops next week, which gives you just enough time.

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

The young musician is hoping to bring the Windy City to the pop soundscape.

Hannah Cullen, St. Cloud State University

Funny jokes aside, the song’s message is no laughing matter.

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

The horror industry is ripe for fairy tales that don’t have happy endings.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

Who knew even Emma Chamberlain tried her hand at podcasting?

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

The 55-minute island getaway doesn’t disappoint.

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

Although controversial, influencers can spark positive change.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Broke, bored and can’t travel? Check out the summer romance section at your local library.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Through thick and thin, the band has focused on what’s most important… creating content that sends a powerful message to the world.

Colin Boyd, Ithaca College

Crumb’s melding of psychadelic rock and groovy rhythms has produced an original, refreshing sound.

Britni Hones, Lindenwood University, Belleville

Grosso’s life lessons will definitely be useful to you, whether you’ve struggled with addiction or not.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The show is able to incorporate fantastic creatures and magic without sacrificing its sense of realism.

Cristina Hernandez, UC San Diego

Her work was largely dismissed during her life, but scholars are finding it prescient today.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

Nobody deserves to watch this.

Mark Stenberg

Using transparency and self-deprecating humor, hosts Lawrence Schlossman and James Harris are democratizing style.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

She’s back and better than ever.

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

Inspire by the creepiness of Eilish’s latest album, choreographers countrywide had a field day.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Yes, there are YouTube channels made specifically for book fiends.

Grace John, Rutgers University

K-pop is great, but some variety certainly wouldn’t hurt.

Colin Boyd, Ithaca College

The four-person ensemble has already hit six-digit plays with their single, ‘Existential Crisis.’

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

What proponents have hailed as the genre’s savior is likely doing more harm than good.

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

And nobody can tell him anything.

Maya Butler, Baylor University

It might be her story, but it resonates with millions.

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

The actress, singer and vlogger will make you laugh, cry and sing along.

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

In it, he grapples with the all-too-familiar trials of adolescence.

Mark Stenberg

The student-radio-run music festival in Austin is the first of its kind, and an absolute can’t-miss.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The new collection might be her strongest, but most jaded work yet.

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

You’ve probably forgotten about them, but you shouldn’t have.

Colin Boyd, Ithaca College

On the bright side, at least now you have the creative anguish you need to make some new music!

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

Welcome to your go-to summer jams.

Michaela Shea-Gander, Denison University

Her essay, ‘I Am Not Always Very Attached to Being Alive,’ has opened up a much-needed dialogue.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

It’s been over four years since their last release, and all I can say is ‘Finally!’

Maya Butler, Baylor University

Because love is more than just romance.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

It’s hard to be Puff, but it’s even harder being Puff’s son.

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

From rap to jazz to soul, this up-and-coming artist does it all.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

The poet poses a central question: What happens when everyone averts their eyes?

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

Influencers for novels? Why not?

Gabrielle Sheehan, Montclair State University

In three videos on Instagram, the 31-year-old rapper explained why he had been on a yearlong hiatus.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

Dylan Minnette, of ’13 Reason Why’ fame, flexes his musical chops on the band’s wobbly first project.

Scott Williamson, Florida Atlantic University

They screwed up Stannis, Lady Stoneheart and Tyrion, to start with.

Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley

The ‘Broken Earth’ trilogy is pushing the boundaries of what science fiction can do.

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Will the ‘You Say’ singer lead a worship session for the Lolla crowd?

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

Exams make school scary, but murder makes it frightening.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Unlike its title suggests, this poetry collection lacks a voice.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

You’re definitely gonna miss it all.

Mark Stenberg

The Nashville dark-pop savant is combining his confessional songwriting with a sultry, haunting sound.

Maya Butler, Baylor University

Take a chance on it!

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

The Malawian author’s warm, invigorating work will nudge you into self-acceptance.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

The ‘Pinata’ sequel, ‘Bandana,’ is slated to release next month.

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Whether you’re on a road trip or a bender, they’re your soundtrack.

Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University

The Norwegian pop sensation’s debut is torn between her musicianship and her contractual obligations.

E.L. Meszaros, Brown University

The combination is rare, but it makes a lot of sense.

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

For me and so many others, a twenty one pilots concert is a second home.

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Deepak Chopra’s seminal work is, and always will be, a masterpiece of humanist philosophy.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Who wouldn’t read poetry about a legendary female warrior?

Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

The shocking video for “Come Over Here” premiered live on YouTube, and fans are still beside themselves.

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

Sometimes, quantity over quality isn’t such a bad thing.

Brandon Sasserson, University of New Hampshire

The bloated album did well on the charts, but its standards are clearly lower.

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

Plus which ones are likely to win, lose, shock and awe.

Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University

His unique voice and clever lyrics seem guaranteed to lead to a successful future.

Dorielys Cruz, University of Texas at San Antonio

Move over, Rupi Kaur, there’s a new queen of Instagram poetry.

Grace John, Rutgers University

A fierce, multilingual, female rapper? Yes, please.

Mark Stenberg

This year more than ever, local acts shone.

Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College

This August’s 50-year Woodstock reunion will feature some of the biggest names in the industry, but who?

Hannah Cullen, St. Cloud State University

The two projects, which are completely interrelated, break down the barriers between text, image, emotion and sound.