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Interactions Between Audiences and Creators Heated in Watcher Situation

Cerasela Hanseter, University of California, Berkeley

In some rather recent and radical YouTube drama, fans’ backlash pushes back on YouTube channel Watcher’s decision to go rogue.…

May 20, 2024

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The Importance of Supporting the Local Music Scene

Olivia Madrid, Florida State University

In a time where many popular artists' concerts are selling out, people may look to nearby bands for the ideal concertgoing experience.…

March 20, 2023

In a drawing of Muse, the misleading of "The Will of the People" shows three Pinocchios

Did Muse Mislead Their Fans About ‘Will of The People’?

Kirk Chamberlain, Marist College

The band's new album is rumored to showcase a return to their signature riff-heavy sound, but so far, it sounds like it won’t represent the will of their fanbase.…

July 1, 2022

Admirers and Alpacas Lined Up for Johnny Depp

Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University

Two fans speak on the experience of waiting at the Fairfax, VA courthouse, including the pet owner whose furry companions received widespread attention.…

June 9, 2022

Louis Tomlinson’s ‘We Made It’ Is an Ode to One Direction and the Fans

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

Directioners, this is truly not the end.…

November 5, 2019

A Friendly Reminder to Crazed Fans: Celebrities Are Not Your Friends

Kate Maxwell, NC State University

A recent incident at ACE Comic Con in Seattle is just the latest result of what social scientists are calling 'parasocial relationships.'…

June 26, 2018

‘Star Wars’ Fans Are a Problem

Caleb Edwards, Michigan State University

It's time for Disney to come up with a solution.…

June 13, 2018

Stan Twitter’s Role in Transforming Fandom

Jade Hookham, UC San Diego

Before the digital age, the experience of being a fan vastly differed from how it is today. Then came along stan Twitter.…

May 16, 2018

‘The Last Jedi’ Shakes Up the Star Wars Universe

Marissa Cortes, Stony Brook University

The newest installation in the franchise, ‘The Last Jedi,’ upends fan expectations with a number of both pleasant and unpleasant surprises, leaving the Star Wars fanbase divided over its success.…

December 29, 2017

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