Music
No, Taylor Swift Didn’t Write the Leftist Anthem.
Unpacking "The Last Great American Dynasty's" rise to become a bastion of hope for progressive Democrats.
All the Stars Are Closer: Reflecting on Chadwick Boseman & the 'Black Panther' Soundtrack
Chadwick Boseman's tragic death has affected millions. Here, we examine his legacy through the Wakandan King's soundtrack.
Katy Perry Explores a More Mature Sound in 'Smile'
Perry discusses the themes of clownery, resilience, and joy that are relevant to us today.
Dancing to Club Music in the Time of COVID-19
Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga are back to give us some danceable, club-ready bangers. Too bad the clubs are closed.
Billie Eilish’s “my future” Was a Surprise in More Ways Than One
Eilish’s unexpected single is uncharacteristically hopeful—and that’s just what we need right now.
Taylor Swift's 'folklore' is yet another masterpiece in her discography
The pop star trades bombastic synths for eclectic folk-pop on her breathtaking 8th studio album.
Mike Polizze's 'Long Lost Solace Find' is utterly unremarkable
Polizze's laid-back musical tone undermines the lyrics' potential for raw confessionalism.
Wharton alum Evan Thomas reconciles faith and identity on his debut album, ‘Foundations’
Though Evan Thomas just graduated Penn, he's already in the midst of a new phase of his life: making music
One Direction Is Still Making History
After 10 years, the band's fan base continues to prove their unwavering support.
Is TikTok creating a musical meritocracy?
Gen Z breaks down traditional barriers as TikTok helps boost musical fame
The LP Show: The Future of Live Music?
Liam Payne shows how performers can adapt to the reality of social distancing in creating more interactive experiences for their fans.
The Chicks share righteous, passionate anger on 'Gaslighter'
The country trio formerly known as The Dixie Chicks are assisted by Jack Antonoff and St. Vincent on their latest record.
100 gecs Returns with heavy-hitting remixes on '1000 gecs and The Tree of Clues'
The electronic duo's long-awaited remix album is the exact opposite of "lofi beats to study/relax to."
Arca celebrates her identities on mutant pop record 'KiCk i'
On her fifth album, the Venezuelan producer desconstructs the pop diva.
Phoebe Bridgers Weighs Life, Love, and Loss on "Punisher"
The indie artist blends introspection, storytelling, and eeriness on her sophomore album.
The Controversial Legacy of "Urban" Music
Despite its ubiquity, the 'urban' label has a problematic past and concerning present
Flying Lotus' 'You're Dead!': Black Death in Protest Music
FlyLo's 2014 album explores themes worth reexamination from a present perspective
Naeem Balances Club-Ready Bangers and Sensitive Love Songs On 'Startisha'
Naeem (formerly: Spank Rock) transforms into his new persona on this sonically dense, experimental new album
The Dawn of a New Era: How TikTok is Changing the Music Industry
The way the increasingly popular social media app is allowing the masses to communicate with the music industry
