Music
Music
The Time–Traveling Magic of Japanese City Pop
A lighthearted, catchy melody leads to a tale of orientalism, international relations, and the power of the internet.
by JULIA FISCHER
Music
“Vampire Empire” and the Toxicity of Leak Culture
With the popularity of unreleased music and leaks on the rise, your favorite artists are losing artistic control.
by JAKE FALCONER
Music
Phish Shows Are Decadent and Depraved
Well, maybe not decadent, but depraved for sure.
by COLE KNIGHT
Music
Sexyy Red’s Rush to the Forefront of Rap Stardom
Sexyy Red’s authentic sound and confident persona distinguish her from her contemporaries.
by ANANYA VARSHNEYA
Music
'LOONATIC' Deals: The Saga of the LOONA vs. Blockberry Creative Lawsuits
LOONA’s fight against their former company is a Cinderella story that uncovers the shady deals lurking behind K–Pop company contracts.
by DEREK WONG
Music
The Deutsch Roots of Drum & Bass
The synthesizer songs that you know and love boast a history that is deeply radical and shockingly German.
by NISHANTH BHARGAVA
Music
What Does the Music You Listen to Say About Your Personality?
Your musical horoscope decoded
by MEHREEN SYED
Music
Tamino Talks Tour to Street
The Belgian–Egyptian singer talks religion, dream collaborations, and confirms a New York move.
by HALLA ELKHWAD
Music
Who’s Driving the Fast Car?
While Luke Combs’ cover continues to take a life of its own, it can’t replace Tracy Chapman’s queer–coded critique of the American Dream.
by NORAH RAMI
Music
Olivia Rodrigo Spills All of Her ‘GUTS’ To The World
On her sophomore project, Rodrigo shows that she’s no longer a teenager, but a maturing artist with a lot to say.
by DEREK WONG
Music
On Her Most American Album, Mitski Reclaims the Land
The Land is Inhospitable and So Are We is primitive, perverse, intense, honest, and the singer’s most cohesive record to date.
by HANNAH SUNG
Music
Survival of the Fittest: Why K–Pop Survival Shows Remain Popular
K–Pop shows exhibit a recent resurgence in popularity, with more than a dozen shows appearing within the past year.
by DEREK WONG
Music
Inside Darlingside
With their new album Everything is Alive coming out today, this ethereal indie folk friend group is sure to become your next favorite.
by NORAH RAMI
Music
The Forever Discoverability of the Banana Album
As quintessential as the forever–yellow banana on its cover, this timeless experimental album never gets old.
by JULES LINGENFELTER
Music
Becoming a Swiftie, Slowly
Listening to Taylor Swift for the first time is an experience.
by CALEB CRAIN
Music
“Baraye” is the Sound of Hope
Music is uplifting the voice of Iranians fighting for equality and justice.
by MEHREEN SYED
Music
The Soundtrack for Your Summer Might Be Korean
From Mooning over First Loves to Plotting Murderous Revenge, K–Drama Original Soundtracks always provide the perfect back track for your summer shenanigans.
by ENNE KIM
Music
Taylor Swift’s Self–Serving White Feminism
Swift’s New Connections with 1975 frontman Matty Healy reveals political shallowness.
by MEHREEN SYED
Music
The Fantastical Death and Rebirth of Crybaby
Melanie Martinez once again proves herself to be a master of the concept album with 'Portals.'
by JULES LINGENFELTER
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