Britney Spears

How Britney Spears’ ‘Piece of Me’ Laid the Groundwork for Taylor Swift’s ‘Blank Space’

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Taylor Swift found herself in a somewhat similar position to Spears’ mid-2000s public scrutiny.…

November 15, 2023

In an article about Vegas residencies, the infamous "Welcome to Las Vegas," sign stands in front of palm trees and several large hotels.

How Las Vegas Residencies Have Changed Live Music

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

After realizing the advantages of performing in Vegas, more performers are turning Sin City into the entertainment capital of the world.…

September 5, 2023

in an article about conspiracy theories a mural of former president Donald Trump drinking disenfectant

10 Bizarre Pop Culture Conspiracy Theories

Andrea Cepeda, University of North Texas

Sometimes the truth is stranger than (science) fiction.…

November 22, 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

The VMAs Aren’t What They Used To Be

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

It used to be American music’s biggest awards ceremony and party. Unfortunately, it has taken a turn for the worse in recent years.…

September 15, 2022

Jamie Lynn Spears: When the Artist Ruins Memories of the Art

Meredith Granmayeh, Chapman University

The childhood actor's newly acquired reputation as a bully on set and drama with Britney Spears has made fans question their nostalgia for her past roles.…

February 11, 2022

The 'Britney vs Spears' Netflix documentary

‘Britney vs Spears’: You Don’t Get Out Unless You Scream

Asiya Robinson, Rowan University

The Netflix documentary details the pop star's fight for freedom against her conservatorship.…

October 14, 2021

An illustration of Britney Spears for an article about her push to end her conservatorship..

Britney Spears’ Push To End Her Conservatorship Highlights the Issue of Sexism in Hollywood

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

#FreeBritney is at its peak — and through it we see a woman trying to regain control of her life being met with corruption, sexism and abuse.…

July 7, 2021

‘Trainwreck’ Dissects the Way Women Are Torn Down

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Jude Ellison Sady Doyle explores the collision of voyeurism and misogyny that causes us to relish the fall of famous women.…

March 17, 2021

Photo of Britney Spears from her Instagram

‘Framing Britney Spears’ Reveals the Dark Side of Stardom

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The New York Times documentary boldly exposes the dark underbelly of Hollywood stardom, showing how tabloid culture exploited, harassed and vilified a young popstar — and how the people around her failed to protect her.…

February 24, 2021

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

Britney Spears Is the Internet’s New Communist Queen

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

After an Instagram post sparked some serious political discussion — and considering all the pop icon has been through — she certainly deserves the title.…

April 11, 2020

Pop Does Christmas: 11 Holiday Mixes That’ll Have You Boppin’

Jake Mauriello, SUNY New Paltz

Nothings says 'tis the season like a go-to Christmas track.…

December 6, 2019

10 Iconic Albums You Didn’t Know Were Turning 10 in 2018

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

Feel old yet?…

July 8, 2018

Suggestions

Suggestions

Britney Spears