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Background Bops: Why We Need Music to Focus

Mark StenbergandNatalie VanHecke, University of Texas at Dallas

Have you ever noticed that you tend to clean faster or more efficiently when you have music on? Some people love 80s rock, others love lo-fi. What is it about music that constantly draws people…

April 20, 2024

Against a pink background, a graphic of Miley Cyrus swings on a wrecking ball from her iconic music video while Beyonce sings into a microphone in a black leotard.

Then vs. Now: Have 2014 Artists Withstood the Test of Time?

Emma Troise, Manhattan College

Exploring the longevity of artists and their albums from 2014 to 2024.…

December 27, 2023

Similar to the album cover of "Born to Die", a drawing of Lana Del Rey stands in front of a blue sky with the words "Born to Die" around her.

Born to Thrive: The Lana Del Rey Album Ahead Of Its Time

Emma Troise, Manhattan College

Revisiting the impact of Lana Del Rey’s “Born to Die” on the music industry (I never stopped listening).…

December 12, 2023

Here’s Why Your Favorite Albums Are Disappearing From Streaming Services

Onaje McDowelle, University of Texas at Austin

In the age of streaming, it isn’t unusual for projects from your favorite artists to disappear. Here’s why.…

April 29, 2018

Syracuse University’s Charlie Burg Produces an Eclectic Style of Music

Nola Hynes Brody, University of Houston-Victoria

Burg, a music industry major who mixes R&B, soul, indie and folk in his songs, is releasing the second part of his three-part EP series in May.…

April 26, 2018

A Breakdown of ‘K.O.D.’ by J. Cole and Drug Culture

Sam Kasierski, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

According to J. Cole, the fans are all to blame. And the rappers.…

April 26, 2018

5 Study Albums to Help Get Through the Last Month of the Semester

Ana Greening, Texas State University

Here are some music selections that motivate and inspire. …

April 17, 2018

From Violinist to Composer, NYU’s Ericsson Hatfield Has Found His Forte

Isabelle Mencia, University of Florida

With a spark of interest from childhood, the NYU senior Ericsson Hartfield brings a contemporary breath to the classical instrument of the violin.…

April 13, 2018

Kali Uchis Is the Coachella Artist to Watch in 2018

Emilie Romero, University of Nevada

After years of financial struggles, Kali Uchis has finally found success in the music industry.…

April 13, 2018

5 Albums Every Music Fan Has to Listen To

Diego Galicia, Valencia College

Some albums just have to be listened to from start to finish.…

April 12, 2018

5 Dazzling Instrumental Film Soundtracks for Your Studying Playlist

Shashank Rao, University of Michigan

Looking to hunker down and focus on studying for finals? These five soundtracks will get you through the grind. …

April 10, 2018

Charlie Puth’s Upcoming Album, ‘Voicenotes,’ Is Set to Be a Smash Hit

Emily Craig, University of North Alabama

Puth's promotional singles hint at a more mature, yet promising sophomore debut.…

April 9, 2018

EDEN’s Jonathon Ng Talks Touring and His New Album, ‘vertigo’

Kaitlyn Peterson, UCLA

On the heels of his first album release, Ng speculates what the future holds for his haunting, atmospheric sound.…

April 3, 2018

Emo Rap’s Family Tree

Sarah Marchan, University of Texas at San Antonio

Let's map out how exactly the genre of emo rap came to be.…

April 1, 2018

The Revolution Will Not Be Trivialized

Onaje McDowelle, University of Texas at Austin

Celebrating the groundbreaking work of the poet and musician Gil Scott-Heron, whose writing changed the world forever. …

April 1, 2018

Eleanor Hammond Is Giving a Voice to Early 20th Century Women

Tabitha Prisinzano, Columbia College of Missouri

Berkeley freshman, Eleanor Hammond, is treading a path to greatness: writing the next big feminist musical.…

March 30, 2018

Top 7 Tips for Surviving Music Festival Season

Emilie Romero, University of Nevada

Music festivals are all fun and games until you realize you forgot your sunscreen.…

March 29, 2018

NYU’s Triple Threat Isabella Bruder Inspires Students to Pursue an American Education

Brittany Sims, Temple University

NYU's Isabella Bruder is a YouTube force to be reckoned with.…

March 29, 2018

LSU Opera Singer Andre Chiang Is Making Opera Cool Again

Ana Greening, Texas State University

'I think people still think opera singers only scream and are fat. I would say screaming is not what we do.'…

March 28, 2018

Singer-Songwriter Katelyn Dowd Seeks Inspiration from Out West

Samantha Jorgens, Central Michigan University

Travel and daily interactions with people inspire this Boston University student's music.…

March 25, 2018

Female Blues Duo Larkin Poe is Making Waves in Cyberspace

Tabitha Prisinzano, Columbia College of Missouri

These soul sisters are giving classic rock and blues a modern appeal.…

March 20, 2018

NYU’s Yasmin Williams Is Reinventing the Musical Possibilities of the Guitar

Rakshya Devkota, Saint Louis University

A musician and senior at NYU, Yasmin Williams wants you to play the guitar — but you probably won’t play it like she does.…

March 14, 2018

Lonely? Try Listening to Christian Rock

Erin Marie Winans, James Madison University

Everyone experiences loneliness while they're away from home in college, and Christian rock might be one of the best ways for you to combat it.…

March 11, 2018

10 Music Artists to Lookout for at SXSW 2018

Onaje McDowelle, University of Texas at Austin

If these music artists can make their way to the SXSW stage, this year will be unlike any other the festival has seen before.…

February 24, 2018

4 Reasons Why You Need to Listen to Tyler and Ryan Falcoa

Emily Craig, University of North Alabama

Tyler and Ryan Falcoa are a brother duo making waves on the YouTube music scene and are the perfect fit for anyone's playlist.…

February 23, 2018

Safwan Hossain Is on a Mission to Bring Bengali Metal to the World

Tabitha Prisinzano, Columbia College of Missouri

Between classes, Hossain manages to make waves in the underground Bengali metal scene as a booking agent.…

February 21, 2018

How Pink Became a Front(wo)man to the Feminist Movement

Haley Newlin, Southern New Hampshire University

From her edgy music to her fierce look, Pink continues to charm the world with her message of woman empowerment and barrier breaking.…

February 8, 2018

5 Albums to Look Forward to for the Rest of February

Xavier Austin Reyna, University of Texas at San Antonio

These highly anticipated new albums will undoubtedly stay with you for the rest of 2018.…

February 8, 2018

George Miller Is a Weirdo, Innovator and Genius

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

Though most will recognize him as the controversial YouTube persona Filthy Frank, the genuine talent of the Japanese-Australian artist will surprise most.…

February 7, 2018

Justin Timberlake Super Bowl LII Halftime Show

Justin Timberlake’s Super Bowl LII Halftime Show Demonstrated His Prowess as an Artist

Elizabeth Ivanecky, McMaster University

From his early songs like 'My Love' and 'Sexyback' to newer songs such as 'Can’t Stop the Feeling' and 'Filthy', JT’s Super Bowl LII halftime show was both nostalgic and futuristic.…

February 7, 2018