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
Jack Avery Had a Child in Secret, and Why Don’t We Fans Are Still Shocked Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Welcome to the world, Lavender May Avery.… June 5, 2019
Tipper’s ‘Jettison Mind Hatch’ Might Be the Best Electronic Album of the Year Eric Alexander, University of Colorado Denver The most talented musician you’ve probably never heard of is keeping the genre alive and well.… June 5, 2019
What Is It About Billie Eilish That’s So Endearing to Gen-Z? Simona Barca, American University You should see her in a crown.… June 4, 2019
By Warding Off 4 Competing Singles, ‘Old Town Road’ Nabs a Big Accolade Caleb Clark, Hillsdale College The hit summer track is beginning to tread hallowed music-history ground.… June 3, 2019
It’s Time to Get ‘Dedicated’ to Carly Rae Jepsen All Over Again Isador Pinto, Ringling College of Art + Design The latest album from the pop darling is for herself, her lovers and the sounds of her past.… June 3, 2019
Why Is DJ Khaled’s ‘Father Of Asahd’ Tanking in Real Time? Mark Stenberg The musician's 'It takes a village' approach to his 11th album hasn't sit well with ... anyone.… June 3, 2019
Jamila Woods’ ‘LEGACY! LEGACY!’ Is a Sonic Send-Up to Black Culture Maddy Ipema, Columbia College Chicago The project is her strongest yet and rings with spiritual confidence.… May 30, 2019
First-Gen Electro-Pop Musician LYYN Is Bringing Fresh Vision to House Music Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh The artist's latest release, 'Our Place,' has all the hallmarks of a viral hit.… May 29, 2019
5 Artists Whose Laidback Vibes Are Perfect for Any and All Summer Playlists Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago The search for the song of the summer has officially begun.… May 28, 2019
How YouTuber Madilyn Bailey Found Fame Far from the Mainstream Britni Hones, Lindenwood University, Belleville Bailey's primary concern is, and always will be, her YouTube family.… May 24, 2019
Tyler, the Creator’s Sixth Album, ‘IGOR,’ Will Be Your Favorite Anomaly Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire On his new project, Tyler leans into some experimental production.… May 22, 2019
As ‘Kiss Me Kate’ Thrives, Cole Porter Enjoys a Resurgence Matilda Schulman, University of California, Berkeley The mastermind behind a number of canonical musicals has found his work resonating with a new generation.… May 21, 2019
5 Songs from Jacob Latimore’s ‘Connection 2’ That You Should Have on Repeat Meagan Bess, University of North Carolina at Greensboro 'The Chi' star's newest album explores love, lust and loss.… May 20, 2019
Newsflash: Hating on Billie Eilish Isn’t a Personality Trait Kelsey Rogers, Susquehanna University Eilish's music might not be for everyone, but it's also not required listening.… May 20, 2019
Fall in Love with Elle Casazza’s Music Before It’s Too Late E.L. Meszaros, Brown University Her retro sound and clever lyrics will hook you before her new album drops.… May 16, 2019
On ‘Father of the Bride,’ Vampire Weekend Makes the Eternal Feel Quotidian Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio Inspired by the birth of his son, Ezra Koenig et al. explore the rhythms of life.… May 16, 2019
The Top 5 Rapper-Producer Combos in Hip-Hop, Ranked Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire Check out these triple double no assists.… May 15, 2019
Jade Bird’s Self-Titled Debut Album Showcases a Raw Poignancy Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College At just 21-years-old, Bird seems poised for a vertiginous career.… May 13, 2019
Clint Mansell Is a Composer for the Millennial Ear E.L. Meszaros, Brown University You probably love his music, even if you don't recognize his name.… May 9, 2019
‘CrasH Talk’ Cements ScHoolboy Q’s Status as a Rap Legend Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire While Q has yet to release his magnum opus, he's showing every sign of reaching all-time status.… May 8, 2019
A Conversation with Morgan Gold, Chicago’s Pop Artist Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago The young musician is hoping to bring the Windy City to the pop soundscape.… May 6, 2019
‘Earth,’ A Public Service Announcement from Lil Dicky and Friends Hannah Cullen, St. Cloud State University Funny jokes aside, the song’s message is no laughing matter.… May 5, 2019
Four Popular YouTuber Podcasts That You Need to Know About Keely Cohen-Breen, SUNY Plattsburgh College Who knew even Emma Chamberlain tried her hand at podcasting?… May 3, 2019
Donald Glover and Rihanna’s Film ‘Guava Island’ is Musical Paradise Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio The 55-minute island getaway doesn’t disappoint.… May 1, 2019
‘Social Cues’ Is Cage the Elephant’s Most Compelling Album Yet 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.… May 1, 2019
Crumb’s Two Latest Singles Are Psychedelically Invigorating Colin Boyd, Ithaca College Crumb's melding of psychadelic rock and groovy rhythms has produced an original, refreshing sound.… April 29, 2019
The Emperor Has No Jawns: How ‘Failing Upwards’ Demystified the Fashion World Mark Stenberg Using transparency and self-deprecating humor, hosts Lawrence Schlossman and James Harris are democratizing style.… April 25, 2019
The 5 Best Viral Dance Videos, Ranked, from Billie Eilish’s New Album Bekah Black, Spring Arbor University Inspire by the creepiness of Eilish's latest album, choreographers countrywide had a field day.… April 24, 2019
4 Under-the-Radar K-Pop Groups Perfect for Alternative Tastes Grace John, Rutgers University K-pop is great, but some variety certainly wouldn't hurt.… April 23, 2019
The Indie Darlings of Ithaca, Lazy Bones Have an Ambitious Agenda Colin Boyd, Ithaca College The four-person ensemble has already hit six-digit plays with their single, 'Existential Crisis.'… April 23, 2019
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