Miley Cyrus

in an article about pop culture online courses, a woman in a red dress (Beyoncé) stands talking to another woman in a red dress (Taylor Swift).

5 Pop Culture College Courses We Wish We Could Take

Ally Najera, California State University, Northridge

Certain schools and programs offer specialized entertainment courses that might feel a bit more tailored to college students’ interests. …

October 14, 2023

In an article about Noah Cyrus, the singer, dressed in all white, stands in front of her name, spelled in red letters on a black background.

Noah Cyrus Is Exactly What Music Needs

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Noah Cyrus has battled the pressures of addiction and being forced into fame at a young age, but has emerged triumphant as a rare lyrical talent.…

September 10, 2023

In an article about Call Her Daddy, Alex Cooper sits on a hot pink chair and clutches a microphone in her left hand.

‘Call Her Daddy’: A Listener’s Perspective on the Show’s Success

Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia

Beyond its explicit language and raunchy content, Alexandra Cooper’s show has evolved into one of the most outstanding podcasts of all time — for good reason. …

September 1, 2023

In an article about mullets, a person with an auburn mullet is set against a red background and the words "Back in Style."

The History of Mullets

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

Mullets were a staple of the 1980s, but they were much more than a legendary fad.…

August 30, 2023

In an article about 'Endless Summer Vacation,' Miley Cyrus stands in a black bathing suit. She has blond short hair and wears black sunglasses. Against a blue background, a glimmer of sparkly white goes across the photo.

‘Endless Summer Vacation’ Tests the Traditional Album Cycle

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Once a necessity to succeed, the album cycle evolves with streaming.…

August 15, 2023

In an article about 'Flowers' by Miley Cyrus, the pink silhoutte of a woman singing into a microphone is set against an orange and blue pastel background.

Miley Cyrus’ ‘Flowers’ Takes Root

Teagan Angell, Fordham University

The artist's record-breaking single tells the tale of a woman wronged.…

February 10, 2023

‘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

#FreeKesha with main pop singer and sparkles around her

#FreeKesha Resurfaces After New Music Releases by Allegedly Abusive Producer

Meredith Granmayeh, Chapman University

Dr. Luke's upcoming tracks with Kim Petras have resurfaced allegations that the producer abused singer Kesha. …

February 28, 2022

Jake Bugg for album Saturday Night, Sunday Morning

‘Saturday Night, Sunday Morning’ Is Far From Jake Bugg’s Best Work

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

The English musician’s new pop-sound may have been nothing more than a failed experiment.…

September 19, 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

Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Drivers License’ Shows the Appeal of Celebrity Voyeurism

Kirtika Sharad, George Washington University

The renowned success of the track provides another example of the public's obsession with the real-life romantic drama behind many popular songs.…

January 27, 2021

An illustration of someone shaving a TikTok symbol in their hair for an article on Miley Cyrus on TikTok.

TikTokers Are Asking, ‘What Would Miley Cyrus Do?’ and She’s Answering

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

If the singer told you to dye your hair or get married, would you? Her replies have people completing tasks they would normally avoid.…

December 23, 2020

Illustration of Miley Cyrus and Dua Lipa by Marlowe Pody for an article on Prisoner

Miley Cyrus and Dua Lipa Are ’80s Rock Vampires in ‘Prisoner’

Samantha Havela, University of Michigan

The two artists break free from the prison of their exes in the campy, rock ‘n' roll themed music video.…

December 4, 2020

The Miley Cyrus Cover of ‘Heart of Glass’ Should Surprise No One

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

The singer's cover of Blondie’s hit song has the public wondering where she has been hiding her edge all her life. She's always been a rockstar though, as seen by her deep history with the…

November 16, 2020