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Wallows’ New Album 'Model' is All About Nostalgia
Despite a few lackluster songs, the band still captures their signature sound while exploring new emotional depths.
by SAMANTHA HSIUNG
Music
‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’ Hits Short but Sweet
Billie Eilish’s third full–length LP might be her most concise, and best, yet.
by DEREK WONG
Music
End The Musical Witch Hunt
Musicals are our most maligned form of entertainment—why not sing their praises instead?
by SOPHIA MIRABAL
Music
Microgenres, Macro Problems
Is this “dadcore”, or am I not rocking these New Balances?
by SOPHIA MIRABAL
Music
Don’t Be Mad at Musical Nepo Babies
There’s something uniquely transmissible—and democratic—about musical talent.
by SOPHIA MIRABAL
Music
Folk–Pop: The Ultimate Oxymoron
The recent trend of woodsy singer–songwriting is little more than another pop music fad.
by COLE KNIGHT
Music
Eternal Sunshine is a Gem of Ariana Grande’s Discography
A short, sweet, and eclectic journey through the singer’s memories and musings.
by ANANYA VARSHNEYA
Music
The Dark Side of the Whack World
On World Wide Whack, the Philly rapper/singer reflects on six years of anxiety and depression.
by JAKE FALCONER
Music
Harmony of Opportunity
Join Penn Music Business at Penn for their first show at Warehouse this Wednesday.
by DYLAN GROSSMANN
Music
Julia Pratt on Finding Belonging Between Her Melodies
This Philadelphia native is making songs that she wants to listen to and we can't get enough.
by KATE RATNER
Music
Adrianne Lenker’s Bright Future is Daringly Imperfect
The Big Thief frontwoman’s new album is a lyrical and atmospheric tour de force.
by COLE KNIGHT
Music
Spotify Killed the Radio Star
What does the rise of streaming mean for artists and listeners?
by MEHREEN SYED
Music
Tirzah Transcends Traditional Narratives on "trip9love…???"
On her most challenging album yet, Tirzah lets her music do all the talking.
by JAKE FALCONER
Music
The Resurrection of Panchiko
The champions of the lost wave tour talk tour, streaming discourse, and their storied origins.
by HANNAH SUNG
Music
Benny the Butcher’s "Everybody Can’t Go" is Another Strong Performance
The rapper's new project shows even more advancement from his previous work.
by ANANYA VARSHNEYA
Music
The Seattle Sound and Its Origins
What is the recipe for musical innovation? It’s not as glamorous as you might think.
by SOPHIA MIRABAL
Music
Putting Money Where Your Mic Is
Street's curated list of the best songs about money—a penny for our thoughts.
by JULIA FISCHER
Music
Green Day Just Keeps Doing Pop Punk Right
Thirty years of Dookie, waterproof eyeliner, and the art of staying true
by SOPHIA MIRABAL
Music
Danny Brown Bares His Soul on "Quaranta"
On his newest album, Danny Brown reflects on addiction, romance and rap's role in turning his life around.
by JAKE FALCONER
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