Illusion Ventura, Whittier College

The American emo pop-punk band first made their mark on the music industry in the mid-2000s, but the group has been relatively quiet ever since — until now.

Mariam Nasief, Columbia University

This rising star’s debut album leaves behind a genealogy of all the other artists who influenced it, ranging from Paramore to Taylor Swift.

Kieran Benson, Luther College

On her second solo album, the Paramore frontwoman switches genres as she paints a picture of a love lost and a hopeful look to the future.

Katelyn Melder, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

These artists are shedding light on a subject that is often left in the dark.

Michelle Dreyer, Southern New Hampshire University

Paramore’s lead singer finds her new voice and her old laugh.

Jack Brandon, University of Michigan

From Charli to Carly and Dua to Lorde, here are 2017’s best pop hits.

Sierra Emilaire, Southern Adventist University

As Hayley Williams promised, fans will ‘cry hard, dance harder’ to ‘After Laughter.’