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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

Actual Play Podcasts depicted with drawing of people around a game board

How Actual Play Podcasts Led to the Golden Age of Tabletop RPGs

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

How has a game — once looked down upon and talked of in such negative light — garnered so much attention in recent years? Listening to people having fun playing the game certainly helped.…

August 11, 2020

The cast of Hamilton on stage during a performance

The Pros and Cons of Being a Second Wave ‘Hamilton’ Fan

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Even though I became obsessed with the theatrical masterpiece four years after everyone else, there are some upsides to experiencing the musical in 2020.…

August 11, 2020

‘Legends Never Die’ Proves Juice WRLD’s Legacy Lives On Even in Death

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

The posthumously released album serves as both an incredible tribute to the talent of the late rapper and an inside look at the artist's inner turmoil.…

August 11, 2020

Here’s a Recap of Lollapalooza’s Disappointing Livestream

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

From poor advertising to musical sets that were too short, the virtual festival left many fans confused and disappointed.…

August 8, 2020

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Listen To Michelle Obama Speak Candidly in the ‘Michelle Obama Podcast’

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

In her new podcast, the former first lady is speaking with her friends and family on a wide range of interesting and empowering topics.…

August 8, 2020

Photo of Taylor Swift for her new album, Folklore

‘Folklore’ Lets Listeners Enter Taylor Swift’s Mythical Realm of Music

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

The singer's latest album, an unexpected surprise from isolation, is an ode to storytelling with empathetic lyrics and mystical sounds.…

August 7, 2020

Image of Britney Spears with a pink flower crown staring into the camera on Instagram

Why Are Britney Spears’ Fans Calling for Her Freedom?

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

The popular singers' recent behavior on social media has fans concerned that she is being manipulated by a controlling conservatorship.…

August 6, 2020

An artistic depiction of artist Tei Shi dancing in a music video for the song 'Die 4 Ur Love'

Tei Shi’s ‘Die 4 Ur Love’ Gives Us Something To Hold On To

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

The EP channels anxieties toward a bleak reality, employing the upbeat nature of indie-pop alongside feelings of loss, emptiness and the desire to escape.…

August 6, 2020

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6 Tiny Desk Concerts That You Need To Check Out

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

All of the concerts in the NPR Music series are great, but these six are guaranteed to get you moving and grooving.…

August 5, 2020

Sister Rosetta Tharpe Is the Unsung Legend of Rock ‘n’ Roll

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

Before Elvis ever took the stage, this woman was combining gospel, blues and jazz to pioneer the genre we all know today.…

August 4, 2020

‘Gaslighter’ by The Chicks Is a Companion for the Brokenhearted

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

On their latest album, the band embraces the complexities of divorce and heartbreak with a radical vulnerability that enchants every listener.…

August 4, 2020

Taylor Swift’s New Album, ‘folklore,’ Is a Testament to Her Artistic Resilience

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

Rather than indulge in empty symbolism and stale motives, Swift's eighth album reminds listeners why they fell in love with her work back in the early 2000s.…

August 3, 2020

How Dua Lipa’s Quarantine Album “Future Nostalgia” Was a Trendsetter

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

The album was leaked just days before its planned release, but this PR disaster paved the way for other big-name artists to turn out early releases.…

August 3, 2020

Illustration by Veronica Chen of an owl and it's child

Christina Perri’s Lullaby Album Re-Imagines Working Motherhood

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

'Songs for Carmella: Lullabies and Sing-Alongs' challenges societal expectations of the role of women in the workplace and at home.…

July 31, 2020

‘1000 Gecs and the Tree of Clues’ Embodies the Hyperpop Aesthetic

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

100 gecs' latest release is a remix album that features artists like Charlie XCX, Fall Out Boy and Kero Kero Bonito.…

July 29, 2020

‘Wind of Change’ Highlights Political Intrigue in Art and Culture

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

The podcast takes a conspiracy theory seriously to reveal how the CIA has influenced art in the past — and could very well still be doing so.…

July 29, 2020

‘Crime Junkie’ Podcast Doubles as Safety 101 for True Crime Fans

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Hosts Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat not only recount compelling tales of heinous crimes, but offer important advice for staying alive.…

July 29, 2020

Artist Tobi Lou makes the artistic choice to use a cartoon to represent himself.

Tobi Lou Shows Off His Poignant Imagination in New EP ‘LINGO STARR’

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

The musician pairs the melancholy with the joyful aspects of life, creating a balance of carefree nostalgia.…

July 29, 2020

Lady A and Lady A Battle for the Same Name

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

Will the real Lady A please stand up? Lady Antebellum renamed themselves to shed racist connotations, but didn’t realize their chosen moniker was taken.…

July 28, 2020

The Podcasts Produced by the McElroy Family Are Worth Checking Out

James C. Loftis, University of North Texas

Whether they're playing D&D or giving terrible (but funny!) advice, these five on-going series remind us how important sharing a laugh with our family members can be.…

July 28, 2020

Image of POC songwriter Rose Marie McCoy smiling behind a microphone

These POC Songwriters Never Got the Recognition They Deserved

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

You know who Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley are, so now it's time to learn about the artists behind some of their greatest hits, Charles Singleton and Rose Marie McCoy.…

July 25, 2020

Image of Lin-Manuel Miranda and cast mates in 'Hamilton.'

Does ‘Hamilton’ Glorify the Ugly Side of American History?

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

Like any piece of historical fiction, the musical takes some artistic license, but fans are now wondering if the show has gone too far.…

July 25, 2020

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Listen To These 7 Chillstep Artists for an Otherworldly Experience

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

This calmer style of electronic music is the genre's answer to the heavy bass and loud synths of EDM.…

July 25, 2020

Podcast Episodes discussing the value of human interaction

4 Exemplary Podcast Episodes That Show the Value of Human Connection

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

Even before the pandemic, connecting with others was never easy. Here are stories stressing the complexity and worthiness of human interaction in all kinds of situations and relationships.…

July 24, 2020

Illustration of two women speaking in a podcast from their home

How To Start Your Own Podcast From Scratch

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Creating your own show might sound daunting, but it can be a simple process if you follow these suggestions.…

July 23, 2020

Illustration by Sezi Kaya of Lauv, creator of "Without You"

‘Without You’ Cements Lauv as the King of Pop Melody

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

The artist's simple rhythms, addictive melodies and evocative lyrics have converged into a masterful EP that demonstrates his songwriting and production genius.…

July 23, 2020

Is the New Yoste Album, ‘A Few Brief Moments,’ Lacking Something?

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

The musician's latest release is apathy in musical form, and not in a good way.…

July 21, 2020

DJ performing in front of laser lights at an EDM show.

Shedding Light on Kai, One of the Voices Behind EDM

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

If you’re into electronic dance music, you know artists like Calvin Harris and Flume. But do you know the names of the vocalists featured in their songs?…

July 21, 2020