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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

The Edgy Yet Insightful ‘H3 Podcast’ Should Be on Your Radar

Thomas Turner, University of Rhode Island

Host Ethan Klein may be a bit rough around the edges, but you’re not going to find the same pop culture scoops anywhere else.…

October 21, 2018

Young the Giant Leaps into a New Era with ‘Mirror Master’

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

The new album simultaneously sticks to the band's roots and grows out of them.…

October 20, 2018

The McElroy brothers have started an empire, and "Sawbones" is merely a part of it. (Image via The Herald-Dispatch)

‘Sawbones’ Is Just More Proof the McElroy Brothers Cannot Be Stopped

Sara Perkins, University of Indianapolis

The brothers, and their extended family, have created an empire built on good-natured humor.…

October 18, 2018

Pop singer Kehlani's pregnancy has been scrutinized due to her queer identity. (Image via Teen Vogue)

Kehlani’s Pregnancy Has Led to Some Face-Palming Conversations

Victoria Macias, University of California, San Diego

Her queer identity has no affect on her ability to have children, to the surprise, apparently, of many.…

October 16, 2018

Taylor Swift Is Now a Political Icon, and We’re Here For It

Gracie Riley, University of South Carolina-Columbia

Look what you made me do. (Spoiler: it’s voting.)…

October 15, 2018

Unimpressed by Modern Rap? Try Some Saba

Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire

The Chicago-based musician is everything good about timeless hip hop.…

October 15, 2018

Can You Support Kim Petras Without Supporting Abusers in the Music Industry?

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

Before you buy a 99-cent song on iTunes, make sure you know who’s pocketing the money.…

October 13, 2018

In Contemporary Punk Rock, Women Are Nowhere to Be Seen

Marianne Quijano, Texas A&M University

Headbanging doesn't have to be only for guys.…

October 12, 2018

Two Feet, the Musician Behind ‘Go F— Yourself,’ Is Back with Equal Parts Vitriol and Emotion

Sara Perkins, University of IndianapolisandGuest Contributor

The genre-repellant musician gets frank about his mental health and love life over deeply rolling bass riffs.…

October 11, 2018

How Troye Sivan Is Using His Bloom Tour to Care for Homeless LGBTQ Youth

Katie Farrell, Queens University of Charlotte

Sivan's small but impactful goal is a perfect example of smart activism.…

October 10, 2018

ACL Weekend 1 Wrap-Up: A Nearly Perfect Fest

Mark Stenberg

The first weekend of Austin City Limits was nearly flawless across the board, from music to logistics to a Longhorns win.…

October 10, 2018

Rich Since Tha Hot Boys: ‘Tha Carter V’ Is Here, And It’s F—– Awesome

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

Lil Wayne's newest release is a journey through his ridiculously vast and remarkably witty discography.…

October 9, 2018

Meet Hobo Johnson, the 23-Year-Old Homeless Kid Turned Viral Musician

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

Being kicked out of his house might have been the best thing that ever happened to Frank Lopes.…

October 8, 2018

You’ve Heard of John Green. Now, Meet His Brother, Hank

Gracie Riley, University of South Carolina-Columbia

The two are currently on tour promoting Hank's first novel, 'An Absolutely Remarkable Thing,' and their lovable dynamic is on full display.…

October 5, 2018

After a Long Wait, Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Carter V’ Is Finally Here

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

The album nearly five years in the making, and reportedly Wayne's last, has arrived.…

October 1, 2018

Duncan Fellows Makes Tongue-in-Cheek Indie Rock For Humans, by Humans

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

After years of jamming together, the fun-loving Austin band is ready for their festival debut.…

October 1, 2018

A Breakdown of the Emotional Breakup of Noah Cyrus and Lil Xan

Katie Sheets, University of Vermont

Ah, young love.…

September 28, 2018

Why I Chose School Instead of Music (at Least for Now)

Christian Cannon, Rice University

For anyone struggling to decide their passion and their education, it doesn't get easier.…

September 27, 2018

Make Your Music Better with Stephen Malinowski Music Animation Machine

Kiersten Lynch, Seton Hall University

Forget ASMR: These visually artistic and musical masterpieces will help you unwind and understand music in a deeper way.…

September 25, 2018

Season 15 of ‘The Voice’ Is Here, and It Looks Perfect

Maya Ramani, University of Virginia

Get ready for some chairs to turn.…

September 25, 2018

In ‘Come from Away,’ 9/11 Gets an Inventive, Musical Treatment

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

The story of a small city in Newfoundland in the wake of Sept. 11, ‘Come Away from Me’ reexamines the event from a perspective you would never believe is non-fiction.…

September 22, 2018