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Music

The Weather Station Combats 'Ignorance' On New Album

Tamara Lindeman illuminates the existential threat of climate change on her latest effort.

by ALLISON STILLMAN

Why is Taylor Swift Re–Recording her Old Albums?

“Love Story” is the first of many. But why is Swift re–recording her music in the first place?

by EMILY MOON

Weezer's Quirks Shine Through On 'OK Human'

Though Weezer may never return to the heights of 'Pinkerton,' their latest record is authentic in its simplicity.

by ALLISON STILLMAN

A Playlist Called "Love"

Lots and lots (and lots) of love.

by PEYTON TOUPS

A Love Letter to my Infinite Playlist

How I curate and collect conceptions of love by ways of a Spotify Playlist

by AAKRUTI GANESHAN

For the Love of the Cover

In quarantine, covering songs has become the ultimate act of love.

by MEG GLADIEUX

Love Triangles Take the Wheel in Olivia Rodrigo's "drivers license"

Rodrigo's hit single puts a new spin on a tale as old as time.

by EMILY MOON

Remembering SOPHIE

In the wake of SOPHIE's death, the artist left a chasm of untapped potential the size of the moon.

by PEYTON TOUPS

When A Feminist Anthem Falls Flat

MARINA's 'Man's World' exemplifies what can go wrong with setting out to write a feminist anthem.

by KATHRYN XU

Will Live Music Ever Return?

As the pandemic drags on, live music seems as distant as ever.

by ALLISON STILLMAN

Arlo Parks Offers Healing on 'Collapsed in Sunbeams'

Parks' debut album exceeds expectations with beautifully brutal honesty.

by EMILY MOON

Finding Individuality After One Direction: Zayn's 'Nobody is Listening'

The former members of the beloved boy band are still struggling to develop their own voices.

by EMILY MOON

I Can't Feel My Face: The Evolution of The Weeknd's Look in the 'After Hours' Era

The Weeknd stands out among his fellow male pop stars in his self–presentation.

by PEYTON TOUPS

Biden's Inaugural Playlist Sounds Like Hope and Resilience

With artists like Mac Miller, Kendrick Lamar, and SZA, the new administration's soundtrack is already looking forward.

by ALLISON STILLMAN

K–Drama Soundtracks Have a Life of Their Own

Soundtracks usually play a supporting role. In Korea, they grew bigger than themselves.

by NORA YOUN

Street's Most Anticipated New Releases

These are the albums we can't wait to hear over the next month. 

by KYLE WHITING

Stolen Samples or Artistic Originality: Copyright Infringement in the Music Industry

Nicki Minaj is paying Tracy Chapman $450,000 for an uncleared sample. So what?

by EMILY MOON

Taylor Swift’s ‘evermore’ is the Superior Sister Album to ‘folklore’

On the deluxe version of her latest surprise album, Swift improves her intimate new sound.

by ALLISON STILLMAN

The Best Albums of 2020 (That You Probably Missed)

If you didn't miss these—congrats! You have Street–certified Good Taste™.

by KYLE WHITING

Love in the Time of Streaming Services

Spotify Wrapped gives us the gift of reflection and individuality to conclude a year of isolation. 

by AAKRUTI GANESHAN

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