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Here's the image depicting a vibrant college campus scene, capturing the essence of digital communication among students, including subtle references to social media apps like Yik Yak.

The Revival of Yik Yak: Unraveling Its Impact on College Campuses

Adam Steele

In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, few platforms have experienced a rebirth quite like Yik Yak.…

July 31, 2024

Dear Sabrina, ‘Please Please Please’ Give Us More More More!

Roberto Soto

It's giving Dolly, Kacey, summer, sunblock, lovelorn 70s. The second single from Sabrina Carpenter's upcoming 'Short and Sweet is nothing short of sweet.…

June 7, 2024

7 Tinashe Songs Better than ‘Nasty’

Roberto Soto

The pop star's catalog features much more brilliant sexiness and funk.…

May 28, 2024

The Gay Writing Doesn’t Stop: Taylor Swift’s “Guilty as Sin?”

Mariana Vaca, Lake Forest College

Swift’s records resonate with the LGBT community, but why? …

May 20, 2024

Awakening Your Creativity Well: How To Stay Motivated as a Musician

Daniel Reed

Keep your eyes on the prize.…

November 10, 2021

SHINee: The Group That Probably Started All of Your Favorite K-Pop Trends

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

While the South Korean boy band has made a name for themselves within the genre, they also paved the way for other bands to do the same.…

November 8, 2021

in article about song Working for the Knife, Illustration of musician Mitski in a cowboy hat looking into a beam of light.

Mitski’s ‘Working for the Knife’ Severs a Two-Year Hiatus

Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University

The popular artist has returned to the music scene for the first time since 2018 with a song discussing the demands of the music industry and capitalism's negative effects on art.…

November 8, 2021

Hopping on the Band (Camino) Wagon After a Sensational Debut Album

Joy Young, Chapman University

The pop-rock trio’s enticing sound takes an effervescent stance on feeling your feelings with hard-hitting lyrics and a pop sound.…

November 4, 2021

‘When I Close My Eyes’ Is the Uplifting Album Everyone Needs Right Now

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Chelsea Cutler's sophomore record deviates from her older music in the best ways possible, giving her fans hope for the present and the future.…

November 3, 2021

An illustration of Remi Wolf in an article about her album Juno

Remi Wolf’s Music in ‘Juno’ Is Comforting Chaos

Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University

The artist’s new album is filled with upbeat tracks that deal with personal, heavy topics audiences can find their own connections with.…

November 3, 2021

Sound for Cinema: The Underrated World of Sound in Film

Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

While they may not be the first screen attributes you think of, the role that music, dialogue and human voices play in movies is arguably one of the medium's most important features.…

October 30, 2021

How Has COVID-19 Affected Music Festivals?

Illusion Ventura, Whittier College

As these events go from being postponed to canceled outright due to the pandemic, fans are hopeful for their eventual comeback.…

October 29, 2021

Summer Walker’s ‘Still Over It’ Has Women Everywhere Ready for a Good Cry Session

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

After a two-year wait, the American R&B singer is preparing to release her second album that is sure to have female fans in their feels and craving more.…

October 22, 2021

In article about album You Signed Up for This, a photo of Maisie Peters

Maisie Peters Hopes ‘You Signed Up for This’

Joy Young, Chapman University

The powerful pop sensation’s debut album is a nod to the chaos and dreaminess of youth.…

October 21, 2021

Taylor Swift smiling against a black background.

How Pizza Points to a Collab Between Taylor Swift and the Jonas Brothers

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Rumors have sparked about a new music project between these iconic pop artists, and it all leads back to … cheese and pepperoni?…

October 18, 2021

An illustration of Eminem holding spaghetti for his new Detroit restaurant called Mom's Spaghetti.

Eminem Opens ‘Mom’s Spaghetti’ Restaurant in Detroit

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

'Palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy' for the rap star's fans who are anxiously waiting in line to grab a bite of homey-style pasta.…

October 15, 2021

Screenshot of the Beatles from the movie Hard Day's Night

How Hamburg Shaped the Beatles and Changed Music Forever

Daniel Reed

They're still one of the most popular bands in the world even decades after breaking up, but there was a time when their surroundings were much more humble.…

October 15, 2021

Las Culturistas hosts Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers

The ‘Las Culturistas’ Culture Awards: The Most Ambitious Event in Culture History

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

Podcast hosts Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers offer a refreshing twist on the traditional award show format, boasting 100 categories and many unique nominees.…

October 14, 2021

in article about their lifeforms album, a photo of angels and airwaves

Discovering the ‘Lifeforms’ Out There With Angels & Airwaves

Joy Young, Chapman University

In their new album, the band pushes against the boundaries of truth and emotion to craft nostalgic sounds for the modern listener.…

October 14, 2021

In an article about In the Meantime, an illustration of Alessia Cara's "In the Meantime" album cover of Cara inside a bubble, with the addition of a second Cara standing on the outside.

Alessia Cara’s ‘In the Meantime’ Is an Incredible Ode to Introspection

Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology

The artist has made a name for herself since 2015 with songs about introversion and the struggle of self-love; her new album goes even deeper.…

October 10, 2021

T-Pain’s Musical Identity Endures Through the Decades

Jake Sanders, Rhodes College

The artist put up with years of slander due to his preference for autotune, but his charming personality and passion for music has kept his fans wanting for more.…

October 9, 2021

A still from the controversial Dear Evan Hansen

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ and Its Problematic Anti-Hero of a Protagonist

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

In a film that chooses to make a manipulative and, at times even creepy, character its hero, Ben Platt’s age is the last thing you need to worry about.…

October 8, 2021

In article about sad pop songs, an image of Olivia Rodrigo

Is It Just Me, or Are Pop Songs Sadder Than They Used To Be?

Daniela Saffran, Rollins College

Rather than focus on happier themes, popular music today seems to want to embrace the melancholy.…

October 6, 2021

K-Pop Wouldn’t Be K-Pop Without the Choreography

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

Korean pop groups are everywhere, but they wouldn't dominate as much as they do without the hard work of the people who design their dance moves.…

October 4, 2021

In article about Super Soul podcast, Oprah conducting an interview with a guest

Oprah’s ‘Super Soul’ Podcast Is Medicine for the Heart, Spirit and Body

Lauren Koop, London School of Economics - Peking University

Listen to the talk-show host weekly with an open mind and self-reflective attitude for the best results.…

October 4, 2021

Screenshot from My Life is Boring video from Lael

Lael’s ‘My Life is Boring’ Fails To Impress After Its Internet Drama

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

After weeks of guilt trips and manipulation, fans have decided the artist's new single isn’t worth all the trouble it caused online.…

October 1, 2021

Weakened Friends band proves that musicians can be popular and talented.

Weakened Friends Emphasizes the Beauty of Indie

Elliot Jackson-Ontkush, Skidmore College

The underground band creates meaningful connections with their fans while still producing quality music.…

October 1, 2021

In article about Montero, Lil Nas X's latest album, an illustration of Lil Nas X

Lil Nas X’s Baby ‘Montero’ Is Born!

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

The controversial musical artist has been showing off his baby bump to his TikTok viewers, which finally culminated in the 'birth' of his latest album in mid-September.…

September 29, 2021

In article about Love On Tour, an illustration of Harry Styles

Harry Styles’ Love On Tour Was Worth The Wait

Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University

After a nearly two-year-long delay, the former One Direction singer is on the road thanks to multiple pandemic precautions — and it’s a show you won’t want to miss.…

September 29, 2021

The Drake and Kanye West Feud Proves the Futility of Hip-Hop Conflict

Niall Calvert, Wesleyan University

Two of the largest rappers have entered a new chapter in their long war of words, and while many fans are grabbing popcorn, the battle is already stagnating.…

September 25, 2021

In an article about her song Have Mercy, a photo of Chloe Bailey

Chlöe’s ‘Have Mercy’ Finds the Young Singer Coming Into Her Own

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

Her new hit solo single, which evokes the R&B sounds of the '90s, shows off the singer's prowess both as an artist and as an entertainer.…

September 24, 2021

Soulja Boy’s ‘Rick and Morty’ Takes TikTok by Storm

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

It started as a freestyle on his livestream — now, TikTokers are rapping the song about the Adult Swim cartoon in front of historical sites.…

September 23, 2021

Tai Verdes’ Debut, ‘TV,’ Exudes Playful Pop and Resilience

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

On his first album, the singer-songwriter recklessly commits to music, helped by brutally honest lyrics, sonic sheen and a groundbreaking marketing strategy.…

September 20, 2021