rock n roll

Against a purple background, a pile of Taylor Swift's "Midnights" are stacked next to a copy of Olivia Rodrigo's "Guts" served on a platter. Ms. Rodrigo's face has blown out, leaving splatters of purple and red across the white porcelain dish and the background. Within the tattered hole, the title is engraved on the purple back cover.

Instant Download or Delayed Gratification: The Dilemma of the Deluxe Album

In our current era of on-demand downloads, it really must be asked: Is it more fulfilling to have every piece of content at once or to wait?…

April 11, 2024

In an article about rock n roll in China, a hand holding up the 'rock on' sign.

The Evolution of Rock ‘n’ Roll in China

Danni Shuai, University of Southern California

Learn about the golden eras of Eastern rock music and the reasons for its decline.…

March 27, 2023

in article about Holy Fvck by Demi Lovato, a screenshot from the video skin of my teeth

Demi Lovato Is More Authentic Than Ever on ‘HOLY FVCK’

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

The musician returns to their pop-rock roots for an introspective album that finds the artist taking control of their life.…

September 21, 2022

Doja Cat, the singer of lead single 'Vegas'

Doja Cat’s ‘Vegas’ Makes a Statement in the ‘Elvis’ Biopic

Cassandra Jenkins, Temple University

The new single and its music video pay homage to Big Mama Thornton, who — unbeknownst to most — originally recorded 'Hound Dog.'…

June 27, 2022

an illustration of Elvis in front of a microphone

Truly a Jailhouse Rock: ‘Elvis’ Looks as If It Will Ignore the Singer’s Problematic Aspects

Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University

Once again, the rocker's life story takes to the screen in a dazzling biopic trailer that comes up short in honestly addressing his darker side.…

June 11, 2022

An illustrated portrait of Elvis, one of the most iconic musicians

‘Elvis’ Goes From the Grand Stage to the Silver Screen

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. …

April 6, 2022

Dave Grohl standing in front of ad for memoir The Storyteller

‘The Storyteller’ Reveals Dave Grohl To Be a More Humble Rock Star

Jake Sanders, Rhodes College

Although he's played a huge role in rock 'n' roll history for the past few decades, the rocker's memoir shows that he's just an ordinary guy.…

January 29, 2022

in article about their lifeforms album, a photo of angels and airwaves

Discovering the ‘Lifeforms’ Out There With Angels & Airwaves

Joy Young, Chapman University

In their new album, the band pushes against the boundaries of truth and emotion to craft nostalgic sounds for the modern listener.…

October 14, 2021

Rock Music Isn’t Dead — It Just Sounds Different

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

Although some people are claiming that the genre has reached its end, several others counter that it's simply changing.…

July 12, 2021

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