Megan Garcia, Arizona State University
A jam-worthy playlist that is perfect for the summertime and making feel-good memories.
A jam-worthy playlist that is perfect for the summertime and making feel-good memories.
Megan Garcia, Arizona State University
The music streaming app offers up a lyric feature that includes a range of mental health benefits for listeners.
The music streaming app offers up a lyric feature that includes a range of mental health benefits for listeners.
Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University
With an already long history of controversial projects, Kanye’s newest feud-fueled music video has stirred up the internet once again.
With an already long history of controversial projects, Kanye’s newest feud-fueled music video has stirred up the internet once again.
Maximilian Padilla-Rodriguez, Florida Atlantic University
The nonsensical lyrics of Adriano Celentano’s 1972 hit single draw attention to how we perceive different languages in music.
The nonsensical lyrics of Adriano Celentano’s 1972 hit single draw attention to how we perceive different languages in music.
Jesus Garcia, Boston University
The Canadian singer-songwriter and record producer has gone through significant changes since he began his music career.
The Canadian singer-songwriter and record producer has gone through significant changes since he began his music career.
Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College
After the recent fiasco in Paraguay, the artist is threatening to leave the industry.
After the recent fiasco in Paraguay, the artist is threatening to leave the industry.
Aly Walters, Michigan State University
The images do more than just make the music stand out; they can also signify the musician’s journey throughout their career and even tell a story of its own.
The images do more than just make the music stand out; they can also signify the musician’s journey throughout their career and even tell a story of its own.
Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio
Oftentimes, the hype around a highly anticipated album is ruined when it’s leaked to the public without the artist’s consent. But recently, stars like Ariana Grande and Maisie Peters are using the practice to give them an edge and fuel more excitement for future releases.
Oftentimes, the hype around a highly anticipated album is ruined when it’s leaked to the public without the artist’s consent. But recently, stars like Ariana Grande and Maisie Peters are using the practice to give them an edge and fuel more excitement for future releases.
Aly Walters, Michigan State University
Seen from the recent release of his new single, ‘As It Was,’ the upcoming album may prove well worth the wait.
Seen from the recent release of his new single, ‘As It Was,’ the upcoming album may prove well worth the wait.
Jesus Garcia, Boston University
Half a century after its release, this iconic album demonstrates just how innovative David Bowie was.
Half a century after its release, this iconic album demonstrates just how innovative David Bowie was.
Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio
In just a few years, the young artist has gone from uploading YouTube videos to touring internationally with raw, down-to-earth music.
In just a few years, the young artist has gone from uploading YouTube videos to touring internationally with raw, down-to-earth music.
Aly Walters, Michigan State University
After a steady stream of movies depicting the rise of rock legends like Queen, Elton John and The Beatles, the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll will be the latest to receive the biopic treatment.
After a steady stream of movies depicting the rise of rock legends like Queen, Elton John and The Beatles, the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll will be the latest to receive the biopic treatment.
Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio
These four artists will serve as inspiration for future generations as each bring something new to the genre.
These four artists will serve as inspiration for future generations as each bring something new to the genre.
Peyton Conner, Indiana University
Kim Jong-in wasn’t always the smooth and suave soloist fans know him as today. He’s gone from being EXO’s beloved main dancer to a successful soloist following his two recent album releases.
Kim Jong-in wasn’t always the smooth and suave soloist fans know him as today. He’s gone from being EXO’s beloved main dancer to a successful soloist following his two recent album releases.
Jordan Oulela, University of Texas at San Antonio
Although the artist’s latest release was initially met with a lukewarm reception, many are now considering the album to be a worthy standout.
Although the artist’s latest release was initially met with a lukewarm reception, many are now considering the album to be a worthy standout.
When ambition starts to wane as the middle of the semester approaches, these tracks can spark inspiration once more.
When ambition starts to wane as the middle of the semester approaches, these tracks can spark inspiration once more.
This exciting event is a place for talented musicians to be recognized for their contributions to their craft.
This exciting event is a place for talented musicians to be recognized for their contributions to their craft.
Mai Senser, Virginia Commonwealth University
Get ready for the annual super-specific listening statistics wrap-up by learning about its inception and what makes it so special.
Get ready for the annual super-specific listening statistics wrap-up by learning about its inception and what makes it so special.
In which the internet has been taken by storm by a ridiculous debate concerning which streaming service is better.
In which the internet has been taken by storm by a ridiculous debate concerning which streaming service is better.
Virginia Laurie, Washington and Lee University
The popular artist has returned to the music scene for the first time since 2018 with a song discussing the demands of the music industry and capitalism’s negative effects on art.
The popular artist has returned to the music scene for the first time since 2018 with a song discussing the demands of the music industry and capitalism’s negative effects on art.
Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology
Chelsea Cutler’s sophomore record deviates from her older music in the best ways possible, giving her fans hope for the present and the future.
Chelsea Cutler’s sophomore record deviates from her older music in the best ways possible, giving her fans hope for the present and the future.
Tori Walz, Eastern Michigan University
The artist’s new album is filled with upbeat tracks that deal with personal, heavy topics audiences can find their own connections with.
The artist’s new album is filled with upbeat tracks that deal with personal, heavy topics audiences can find their own connections with.
They’re still one of the most popular bands in the world even decades after breaking up, but there was a time when their surroundings were much more humble.
They’re still one of the most popular bands in the world even decades after breaking up, but there was a time when their surroundings were much more humble.
Daniela Saffran, Rollins College
Rather than focus on happier themes, popular music today seems to want to embrace the melancholy.
Rather than focus on happier themes, popular music today seems to want to embrace the melancholy.
The award-winning American singer has brought attention to his innate musical talent, making him a topic of conversation among musicians on YouTube.
The award-winning American singer has brought attention to his innate musical talent, making him a topic of conversation among musicians on YouTube.
Mason Cannon, Columbia University
Someone new discovering old favorites doesn’t always water them down.
Someone new discovering old favorites doesn’t always water them down.
Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University
From atmospheric soundscapes to carefully crafted storylines, playlists are becoming a new art form.
From atmospheric soundscapes to carefully crafted storylines, playlists are becoming a new art form.
Mason Cannon, Columbia University
Research behind this auditory phenomenon has revealed that it is more common than you may think — though we still don’t fully understand why it occurs.
Research behind this auditory phenomenon has revealed that it is more common than you may think — though we still don’t fully understand why it occurs.
Jayni Nielsen, Pace University
Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh
The unique experiences of this condition have been studied by experts only recently, but research suggests that there’s more to the senses than scientists originally thought.
The unique experiences of this condition have been studied by experts only recently, but research suggests that there’s more to the senses than scientists originally thought.
Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University
The singer’s recent three releases are stunning and powerful follow-ups to her latest album, yet she cannot evade criticism for her recent actions on social media.
The singer’s recent three releases are stunning and powerful follow-ups to her latest album, yet she cannot evade criticism for her recent actions on social media.
Michelle Buckley, Chapman University
The singer roasts a former lover and celebrates the acceptance stage of grief with a group of girlfriends in her most recent track and music video, both worthy precursors to her upcoming album.
The singer roasts a former lover and celebrates the acceptance stage of grief with a group of girlfriends in her most recent track and music video, both worthy precursors to her upcoming album.
Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester
This album examines the stages of a relationship … out of order. It explores the journey of romance and what it means in the end.
This album examines the stages of a relationship … out of order. It explores the journey of romance and what it means in the end.
Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio
The new AppleTV documentary follows the pop star through her rapid ascent to stardom as she prepares her debut album.
The new AppleTV documentary follows the pop star through her rapid ascent to stardom as she prepares her debut album.
Emma Watts, University of Arizona
Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio
The Blackpink singer has conquered the world alongside her fellow girl-group members. Now she is ready to shine on her own and pay homage to her past.
The Blackpink singer has conquered the world alongside her fellow girl-group members. Now she is ready to shine on her own and pay homage to her past.
Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh
Apps such as bopdrop and features like Spotify Wrapped support the idea that a person’s favorite songs can hint at their character. Is this a bad thing, or is there some validity to it?
Apps such as bopdrop and features like Spotify Wrapped support the idea that a person’s favorite songs can hint at their character. Is this a bad thing, or is there some validity to it?
There are a lot of options when it comes to jamming out to your favorite songs.
There are a lot of options when it comes to jamming out to your favorite songs.
Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio
With his third studio album, the former One Direction member sets out to express his innermost thoughts through soft R&B melodies and melancholic lyrics.
With his third studio album, the former One Direction member sets out to express his innermost thoughts through soft R&B melodies and melancholic lyrics.
Isabelle Juan, Truman State University
The Australian singer-songwriter’s debut movie left many with a sour taste in their mouths due to the inhumane treatment of its neuroatypical main character.
The Australian singer-songwriter’s debut movie left many with a sour taste in their mouths due to the inhumane treatment of its neuroatypical main character.
Benjamin Chen, Columbia University
Jolin Tsai’s hit 2018 song and music video explore her personal struggles as an artist by diving into a study of one’s identity.
Jolin Tsai’s hit 2018 song and music video explore her personal struggles as an artist by diving into a study of one’s identity.
Tanisha Bhat, Boston University
With 2020 behind us, what music, fashion, lifestyle, and technology trends and fads can we can look forward to in 2021?
With 2020 behind us, what music, fashion, lifestyle, and technology trends and fads can we can look forward to in 2021?
Katherine Bry, Washington University
Listening to gentle tunes during quarantine may provide consolation to those in need of comfort. Here are some artists to get you started.
Listening to gentle tunes during quarantine may provide consolation to those in need of comfort. Here are some artists to get you started.
Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University
In their latest release, Spillage Village uses religious motifs to address racism, police brutality, the pandemic and other prominent issues from 2020.
In their latest release, Spillage Village uses religious motifs to address racism, police brutality, the pandemic and other prominent issues from 2020.
Haven Worley, University of Rochester
Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University
More than 40 years after the song’s release, it has climbed up the top 100 once again. The reason? A heartwarming TikTok.
More than 40 years after the song’s release, it has climbed up the top 100 once again. The reason? A heartwarming TikTok.
The virtual band, known for its collaborations with artists across musical genres, has released a new album that perfectly captures the band’s sound and sums up 2020.
The virtual band, known for its collaborations with artists across musical genres, has released a new album that perfectly captures the band’s sound and sums up 2020.
One half of the brother-sister duo AKMU, the musician is spreading a message of positivity with her debut single.
One half of the brother-sister duo AKMU, the musician is spreading a message of positivity with her debut single.
Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University
Her sophomore album defined a generation. Now fans are anxiously waiting for more of her reassuring lyrics.
Her sophomore album defined a generation. Now fans are anxiously waiting for more of her reassuring lyrics.
Starting off as a SoundCloud artist, the musician blends languages and genres to create a unique sound that’s also deeply personal.
Starting off as a SoundCloud artist, the musician blends languages and genres to create a unique sound that’s also deeply personal.
The Japanese Australian musician dropped a beautiful album that solidifies his career as an artist. However, some of the tracks sound superficial compared to the album’s overall message.
The Japanese Australian musician dropped a beautiful album that solidifies his career as an artist. However, some of the tracks sound superficial compared to the album’s overall message.
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
The Scandanavian bedroom pop artist blew away fans with her 2018 release ‘i wanna be your girlfriend.’ Now popping up all over TikTok, she’s poised to dominate.
The Scandanavian bedroom pop artist blew away fans with her 2018 release ‘i wanna be your girlfriend.’ Now popping up all over TikTok, she’s poised to dominate.
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
The pandemic isn’t over, and music fans are getting antsy. Do these concerts scratch the itch, and are they COVID-safe?
The pandemic isn’t over, and music fans are getting antsy. Do these concerts scratch the itch, and are they COVID-safe?
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
Over the past few months, EDM artists have been collaborating left and right. Here are some of the most exciting projects released in the age of COVID.
Over the past few months, EDM artists have been collaborating left and right. Here are some of the most exciting projects released in the age of COVID.
Juliana Fujii, Biola University
Music has become a multisensory experience. Check out a brief history of how music incorporated the two art forms to reimagine visuals and audio united.
Music has become a multisensory experience. Check out a brief history of how music incorporated the two art forms to reimagine visuals and audio united.
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
Major players in the music industry have been suffering from the effects of the pandemic. Music That Never Sleeps is hoping to offset the damages.
Major players in the music industry have been suffering from the effects of the pandemic. Music That Never Sleeps is hoping to offset the damages.
Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh
Sibling acts like the Jackson 5, the Jonas Brothers, HAIM and the Bee Gees need to make room because there’s a new and ferocious sister duo that’s here to stay.
Sibling acts like the Jackson 5, the Jonas Brothers, HAIM and the Bee Gees need to make room because there’s a new and ferocious sister duo that’s here to stay.
Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University
The Portland hip-hop musician is growing both lyrically and artistically.
The Portland hip-hop musician is growing both lyrically and artistically.
Abigail Campos, University of Texas at San Antonio
The show supplied our generation with great and forgettable covers alike. Which ones stand the test of time?
The show supplied our generation with great and forgettable covers alike. Which ones stand the test of time?
Nora Markey, Wesleyan University
As he rises from obscurity to stardom, the singer’s new album combines bright, reckless sound with dark lyrics about the pressures of fame.
As he rises from obscurity to stardom, the singer’s new album combines bright, reckless sound with dark lyrics about the pressures of fame.
Audrey Martin, Boston University
Playlists are king on the streaming platform. These five users take their playlist curation to the next level.
Playlists are king on the streaming platform. These five users take their playlist curation to the next level.
Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University
The posthumously released album serves as both an incredible tribute to the talent of the late rapper and an inside look at the artist’s inner turmoil.
The posthumously released album serves as both an incredible tribute to the talent of the late rapper and an inside look at the artist’s inner turmoil.
Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College
The star, best known for his role as Thomas Jefferson in ‘Hamilton,’ stands out for his wide breadth of projects.
The star, best known for his role as Thomas Jefferson in ‘Hamilton,’ stands out for his wide breadth of projects.
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
From poor advertising to musical sets that were too short, the virtual festival left many fans confused and disappointed.
From poor advertising to musical sets that were too short, the virtual festival left many fans confused and disappointed.
Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh
All of the concerts in the NPR Music series are great, but these six are guaranteed to get you moving and grooving.
All of the concerts in the NPR Music series are great, but these six are guaranteed to get you moving and grooving.
Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University
Before Elvis ever took the stage, this woman was combining gospel, blues and jazz to pioneer the genre we all know today.
Before Elvis ever took the stage, this woman was combining gospel, blues and jazz to pioneer the genre we all know today.
Nora Markey, Wesleyan University
On their latest album, the band embraces the complexities of divorce and heartbreak with a radical vulnerability that enchants every listener.
On their latest album, the band embraces the complexities of divorce and heartbreak with a radical vulnerability that enchants every listener.
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
The album was leaked just days before its planned release, but this PR disaster paved the way for other big-name artists to turn out early releases.
The album was leaked just days before its planned release, but this PR disaster paved the way for other big-name artists to turn out early releases.
McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University
100 gecs’ latest release is a remix album that features artists like Charlie XCX, Fall Out Boy and Kero Kero Bonito.
100 gecs’ latest release is a remix album that features artists like Charlie XCX, Fall Out Boy and Kero Kero Bonito.
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
You know who Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley are, so now it’s time to learn about the artists behind some of their greatest hits, Charles Singleton and Rose Marie McCoy.
You know who Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley are, so now it’s time to learn about the artists behind some of their greatest hits, Charles Singleton and Rose Marie McCoy.
Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan
Queen Bey is back with a new visual album that aims to uplift Black culture, but not everyone is excited about it.
Queen Bey is back with a new visual album that aims to uplift Black culture, but not everyone is excited about it.
Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University
Using beautiful melodies, catchy beats and lyrics that stick with you, this music reflects the struggles of these tumultuous times.
Using beautiful melodies, catchy beats and lyrics that stick with you, this music reflects the struggles of these tumultuous times.
Juliana Fujii, Biola University
Even with mixed reviews, the new Netflix film stands out as a tribute to the real Eurovision contest and its message of self-acceptance.
Even with mixed reviews, the new Netflix film stands out as a tribute to the real Eurovision contest and its message of self-acceptance.
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
With virtual music festivals and concerts on the rise, these up-and-comers are starting to gain traction as fans tune in to their livestreams.
With virtual music festivals and concerts on the rise, these up-and-comers are starting to gain traction as fans tune in to their livestreams.
Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College
On her commanding second album, the 25-year-old singer-songwriter writes about the fears that come with depression and a life of touring.
On her commanding second album, the 25-year-old singer-songwriter writes about the fears that come with depression and a life of touring.
Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College
Ryan Tedder’s band has been releasing versatile hits for nearly two decades, but they still remain under the radar.
Ryan Tedder’s band has been releasing versatile hits for nearly two decades, but they still remain under the radar.
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
So, you want to make music? The first steps don’t have to be hard or pricey when you know where to start.
So, you want to make music? The first steps don’t have to be hard or pricey when you know where to start.
Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan
Whether it’s with their happy music or their inspiring lyrics, these songs will help keep you afloat through all of life’s stresses.
Whether it’s with their happy music or their inspiring lyrics, these songs will help keep you afloat through all of life’s stresses.
McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University
The era of Britney Spears and Juicy Couture is back, and it’s a perfect complement to the social turmoil being experienced by Generation Z.
The era of Britney Spears and Juicy Couture is back, and it’s a perfect complement to the social turmoil being experienced by Generation Z.
Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University
American pop culture has been defined by black excellence for decades. From Gordon Parks to Aaliyah, black artists continue to influence the new generation.
American pop culture has been defined by black excellence for decades. From Gordon Parks to Aaliyah, black artists continue to influence the new generation.
Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College
Throughout Perfume Genius’ latest album, Mike Hadreas embraces emotional excess and channels it into one of the best indie pop efforts of the year.
Throughout Perfume Genius’ latest album, Mike Hadreas embraces emotional excess and channels it into one of the best indie pop efforts of the year.
Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University
Virtual concerts are proving popular as major players in the musical world work hard to find new ways to engage their fans despite the need for social distancing.
Virtual concerts are proving popular as major players in the musical world work hard to find new ways to engage their fans despite the need for social distancing.
Emma Smith, Wesleyan University
Boasting poetic lyrics and lighter melodies, the Brooklyn native’s latest album is a concept record exploring what it means to have everything.
Boasting poetic lyrics and lighter melodies, the Brooklyn native’s latest album is a concept record exploring what it means to have everything.
James C. Loftis, University of North Texas
The actor and musician’s fourth studio album shows just how much he has matured both musically and creatively throughout his career.
The actor and musician’s fourth studio album shows just how much he has matured both musically and creatively throughout his career.
Nora Markey, Wesleyan University
In a bold statement about the absurdity of the current music industry, this musical duo takes their sound to satirical extremes.
In a bold statement about the absurdity of the current music industry, this musical duo takes their sound to satirical extremes.
Michelle Young, Simon Fraser University
Contemporary rhythm and blues has been one of the most prominent musical styles over the past few years — what are these global newcomers adding to the mix?
Contemporary rhythm and blues has been one of the most prominent musical styles over the past few years — what are these global newcomers adding to the mix?
Kali Johnson, Gustavus Adolphus College
The Canadian singer took the world by storm, and now with a newfound voice, she is determined to defeat the odds set upon her by the media.
The Canadian singer took the world by storm, and now with a newfound voice, she is determined to defeat the odds set upon her by the media.
Bradford Smith, Louisiana State University
If you approach music like a science, it will be much easier to improve your musical abilities.
If you approach music like a science, it will be much easier to improve your musical abilities.
Nathan Coles, Oakland University
Although a lot of electronic music has a reputation for sonic dissonance, it’s still capable of evoking a wide range of deep emotions.
Although a lot of electronic music has a reputation for sonic dissonance, it’s still capable of evoking a wide range of deep emotions.
Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University
The announcement has many excited, but still courts some controversy.
The announcement has many excited, but still courts some controversy.
Kayla Carson, Simon Fraser University
This folk trio has been releasing quality music for nearly two decades, but still sits just below the radar.
This folk trio has been releasing quality music for nearly two decades, but still sits just below the radar.
Released just moments after her Sweetener World Tour ended, this recording perfectly captures the intensity and skill of the musician’s live performances.
Released just moments after her Sweetener World Tour ended, this recording perfectly captures the intensity and skill of the musician’s live performances.
Megan Thompson, Montclair State University
The young singer brought fans down a road toward the weird and wonderful world of the average teenage girl.
The young singer brought fans down a road toward the weird and wonderful world of the average teenage girl.
From the casual lyric drops to dragging misogynists, the musician took important stands and summed up an influential, storied career (so far).
From the casual lyric drops to dragging misogynists, the musician took important stands and summed up an influential, storied career (so far).
Emma Lichtenstein, Brandeis University
The song caps off a passionate four-song EP that might be the musician’s best work yet.
The song caps off a passionate four-song EP that might be the musician’s best work yet.
A ‘Fine Line’ opinion that’s as unbiased as I can be.
Brendan Bell, Towson University
What caused the No. 1 channel for music to become just another reality show network?
What caused the No. 1 channel for music to become just another reality show network?
Kristin Auld, St John’s University
The pop star’s presence was inescapable.
The pop star’s presence was inescapable.