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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

in article about The Loneliest Time, image still from Jepsen's music video

Carly Rae Jepsen’s ‘The Loneliest Time’ Is Not Her Best Work

Audrey Bowers, Butler University

While the album is fine overall, some of its songs just miss the mark.…

November 13, 2022

A screenshot from the Smino album Luv 4 Rent shows men getting ready in a mirror

‘Luv 4 Rent’ Brings Smino Back Into the Spotlight

Liam Jackson, Michigan State University

After years of silence, the St. Louis rapper is back.…

November 11, 2022

in article about posthumous Prince music, illustration of a newly-released Prince album

Posthumous Prince: Is Releasing His Music Ethical?

Alexander Landgraf, The University of Chicago

The pop star's renowned career was plagued with music industry controversy — both in life and death, it seems.…

November 11, 2022

in article about bopdrop, woman laying on the ground writing in notebook while listening to music

Is bopdrop the New Instagram?

Chelsie Ross, Florida A&M University

This social media platform is connecting music lovers everywhere one song at a time. …

November 10, 2022

An article about maroon 5 has a drawing that shows a hand putting the play arm on a record.

What Happened to Maroon 5 Since Their Debut Album?

Jacob Puestow, University of Wisconsin, Green Bay

Since their first release, ‘Songs About Jane,’ the well-known band has entered a strange and questionable place in pop culture.…

November 4, 2022

In an article about his antisemitism, Kanye West looks down menacingly

Kanye West’s Antisemitism Finally Crossed the Line

Teagan Angell, Fordham University

The rapper is no stranger to controversy, but his recent series of antisemitic remarks may end his career. CONTENT WARNING: Antisemitic Language…

November 2, 2022

Jack Stauber posing with his album Pop Food

Jack Stauber: The Man Whose Art Went Viral

Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez

The artist's music has enjoyed a recent spurt of TikTok fame, but exactly what kind of music does he make? And why should we be interested?…

November 1, 2022

In an article about her famous feuds, Nicki Minaj stares grumpily in her Super Freaky Girl music video

Nicki Minaj’s Notorious Beefs With Other Female Rappers

Chelsie Ross, Florida A&M University

The Queen of Rap is no stranger to public feuds, but her recent battle with Latto sheds light on the way she treats her fellow artists.…

October 27, 2022

Hailey Bieber sitting on couch during Call Her Daddy podcast interview

On ‘Call Her Daddy,’ Hailey Bieber Tells Her Side of the Story

Valentina Palomino, SUNY Old Westbury

On the popular podcast, the celebrity addresses her fans – and the latest rumors about her marriage. …

October 19, 2022

Olivia Rodrigo album cover for "Sour," which began her feud with Carpenter. She stands with her tongue out and she arms crossed.

Sabrina Carpenter vs. Olivia Rodrigo: Who Bullied Who?

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

It has been over a year since the release of Rodrigo's breakup album, yet fans are still confused about whose side they're truly on.…

October 19, 2022

in article about queer Taylor Swift songs, illustration of Swift in a rainbow outfit

5 Taylor Swift Songs That Feel Queer

Audrey Bowers, Butler University

Regardless of the artist's sexuality, LGBTQ+ fans find representation in her music.…

October 17, 2022

An image of Streetz shows two rappers in the group

‘KISS THE RING’ by Streetz Is the Best Album You Haven’t Heard

Liam Jackson, Michigan State University

This collection of tracks has everything from deep lyrics to creative mixes. It's time to give it a try.…

October 17, 2022

The RAP Act Is Fighting for the Right To Write

Margaret Norsworthy-Edghill, Vassar College

As judges and lawyers attempt to use artistic expression as proof of a crime, artists and lawmakers fight to keep lyrics out of the courtroom.…

October 12, 2022

Bad Bunny’s ‘El Apagón’ Music Video Honors Puerto Rican History

Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez

The video has yielded an astounding level of success that has allowed his message to reach international audiences.…

October 8, 2022

‘Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz’ Is a Forgotten Gem

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Although there is definitely some filler across the record's 23 tracks, the musician's 2015 album is a daring, experimental picture of the singer's life at the time.…

October 7, 2022

in an article about feuds between rappers, a screenshot of Lil Durk from a music video

Fans Need To Stop Instigating Conflict Between Rap Artists

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

From social media posts to comments sections, the internet is becoming a battleground on which rival fandoms enflame tensions between musicians.…

October 7, 2022

6 Awesome Blink-182 Tracks

Daniel Reed

The iconic pop-punk band has countless hits — how can anyone choose the best ones?…

October 5, 2022

Kailee Morgue Is Not Your Average ‘Girl Next Door’

Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University

The 'Siren' singer’s debut album follows on the heels of energetic EPs…

September 27, 2022

Criticize Harry Styles’ Acting Skills, Not His Wardrobe

Maria Merlo, Eastern Michigan University

The musician is becoming the artist people love to hate. His fashion doesn’t deserve the criticism, but his acting skills definitely do.…

September 24, 2022

Elton John and Britney Spears’ ‘Hold Me Closer’ Halts the Surging Remix Movement

Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University

The British rock star reinvented the remix last year with 'Cold Heart (PNAU Remix),' but fails to follow his formula with the iconic pop star's landmark return to music.…

September 23, 2022