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What We Might Expect From Harry Styles’ Sophomore Solo Album

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Two years after Styles teased new music, the follow-up to his successful 2017 debut album has been shrouded in mystery.…

June 25, 2019

At the Year’s Halfway Mark, Here Are 2019’s Best Albums (So Far)

Amber Amortegui, Palm Beach Atlantic University

Did your favorite make the cut?…

June 8, 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

‘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

Why You Should Be Watching ‘World of Dance’

Jocelyn Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio

If it helps, you don’t have to know the first thing about dancing to enjoy it.…

April 18, 2019

Lauren Daigle Is Bringing Inclusive Christianity to Lollapalooza 2019

Indigo Holmes, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Will the 'You Say' singer lead a worship session for the Lolla crowd?…

April 6, 2019

5 Vintage Nickelodeon Sitcoms That Need to Be on Netflix

Rishi Patel, University of Iowa

Fingers crossed.…

March 29, 2019

Will Country Radio Finally Embrace Kacey Musgraves?

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

She might be an award-winning musician, but country fans are hesitant to embrace the left-leaning songwriter.…

March 15, 2019

The Fifth Harmony Girls: Where Are They Now?

Grace John, Rutgers University

Each member of the girl group, without exception, has already begun to find solo success…

February 28, 2019

Why the Grammys Don’t Give Awards to Popular Artists

Gabrielle Sheehan, Montclair State University

The award show's cryptic methodology has led to widespread criticism in recent years.…

February 15, 2019

Welcome to the Hyper-Specific, Hyper-Ironic World of Niche Memes

Sarah Diggins, Ithaca College

Relatability, reengineered.…

February 12, 2019

Lizzo: The Body-Positive Musician You’ve Been Waiting For

Grace Larson, Ripon College

Who knew a singing, rapping, twerking flautist would be the key to inspiring body positivity?…

February 9, 2019

Was Soulja Boy Ahead of His Time? Evidence Suggests Yes

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

These / right here / are his / receipts.…

January 28, 2019

Is Tabloid Culture Officially Dead?

Michael Wu, Case Western Reserve University

‘Lindsay Lohan’s Beach Club’ may be the final nail in the coffin.…

January 24, 2019

We Need to Talk About Public Cries for Help on Social Media

Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh

When Pete Davidson threatened suicide, was he being vulnerable or manipulative?…

December 28, 2018

The Unnerving Poignancy of ‘Amusing Ourselves to Death,’ 33 Years Later

Allison Kestler, Augustana College

Neil Postman’s 1985 work so presciently captured the dangers of the post-truth era that it still feels eerily modern.…

December 19, 2018

The 1975’s New, Long-Awaited Album Is a Masterclass of Met Expectations

Nicole Andrasko, University of Pittsburgh

'A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships' does what few much-ballyhooed albums do: it lives up to the hype.…

December 6, 2018

Little Mix’s ‘Strip’ Sends a Contradictory Message About Beauty

Katie Farrell, Queens University of Charlotte

For a 'love yourself as you are' video, why wear makeup and shoot in monochrome?…

December 4, 2018

thank u, next: The Clapback That Became a Movement

Sarah Brown, University of Florida

Grande's savvy branding has elevated her from musician to pop culture icon.…

November 16, 2018

Telling People to Vote Is Not Enough

Sierra Zareck, Haverford College

Twitter posts don’t make you a political activist.…

November 2, 2018

Surprise: The ‘Bare-Faced’ Trend Is Still Rooted in Toxic Makeup Culture

Marianne Quijano, Texas A&M University

Looking 'bare-faced' just means wearing different makeup.…

October 21, 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

‘Saturday Night Live’ Is Back and About the Same as Ever

Becca Blyn, Harvey Mudd College

Despite a few bright spots, the season premiere was largely a dud.…

October 9, 2018

If More Judges Were Women, Would Sexual Violence Be Less Common?

Abby Hall, Hollins University

Prison time can be an effective deterrent.…

September 17, 2018

Rest Easy, Mac

Yoni Yardeni, Pierce College

Do as a saint do, turn painful to graceful.…

September 14, 2018

21 Social Media Animal Celebrities You Should Follow ASAP

Alex Futo, Otterbein University

These furry friends will put your follower count to shame.…

September 13, 2018

Does Nicki Minaj’s ‘Queen’ Live Up to Expectations?

Ayanna Totten, East Stroudsburg University

Despite a few bright spots, 'Queen' falls short.…

August 28, 2018

6 Amazing Pop Singers Who Sing Quietly

Myah Clinton, University of Alabama at Birmingham

This one's for the musicians who make you think something's wrong with your headphones.…

August 18, 2018

With ‘Queen,’ Nicki Minaj Aims to Reestablish Her Dominance Over Cardi B

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

The new album is ablaze with burns for her rap cohorts, but a heaping portion of the disses are aimed at her rap goddess rival, Cardi B.…

August 14, 2018

4 Kids Shows That Help Make Your Amazon Prime Subscription Worth it

Christine Fang, University of California San Diego

I don’t know about you, but I’m getting my money’s worth.…

August 13, 2018