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Review: María Zardoya channels loss and pain on her solo debut

The Marías’ lead singer doesn’t stray far from what she knows best in new album “Melt.”
Nghi Nguyen, Deputy Copy Chief October 22, 2025

After seven years of making music with indie-pop band The Marías, lead singer María Zardoya branches off as Not for Radio, a name representing her exasperation with commercial...

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Review: Snõõper cannot be tamed on ‘Worldwide’

The punk band’s newest record is overflowing with uncontrollable energy.
Caia Cupolo, Staff Writer October 16, 2025

Nashville-based rock band Snõõper is far from conventional. From its use of a large puppet called the “mosh-quito” at live shows to a self-made video game, the...

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Q&A: Steinhardt alum on debut jazz single

Rising musician Connor Sobieri spoke to WSN about creating “Love Song” and his artistic influences along the way.
Nicholas Wilkins, Contributing Writer October 16, 2025

With 12 years of saxophone experience and a Steinhardt Jazz Studies degree under his belt, 2025 graduate Connor Sobieri is no stranger to New York City’s jazz scene. He’s performed...

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Review: Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ takes listeners behind the curtain

The star’s 12th album departs from her past works while synthesizing the best lessons from them.
Kiran Komanduri, Deputy Sports Editor October 15, 2025

Coming off her record-breaking Eras Tour, Taylor Swift’s newest record “The Life of a Showgirl” promised glitz, glam and spectacle — yet somehow delivers the opposite....

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Q&A: Noel Paul Stookey on NYU Arts & Impact

The last living member of iconic folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary spoke to WSN about music activism and his upcoming residency at NYU from Oct. 27 to 29.
Dani Biondi, Arts Editor October 15, 2025

In 1963, Peter, Paul and Mary participated in the historic March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. On the same day Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous “I Have a Dream”...

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6 underrated LGBTQ+ songs to add to your playlist

Because we’re all tired of hearing “Born This Way” at every pride event.
Sam Kats, Deputy Copy Chief October 10, 2025

Oct. 11 marks the 37th anniversary of National Coming Out Day, first celebrated in 1988 to commemorate the first anniversary of the Second National March on Washington for...

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Josh Groban raises $1.5 million for arts education

The Find Your Light Foundation’s annual benefit concert featured celebrity performers and an auction to raise money for the arts.
Skylar Boilard, Performing Arts Editor October 10, 2025

Josh Groban’s Find Your Light Foundation, which has previously collaborated with students from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, raised a record $1.5 million in support...

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Review: Zara Larsson’s ‘Midnight Sun’ shines bright, even in fall

The Swedish pop star’s fifth studio album delivers addictive hooks and cheeky lyrics, glittering with summer energy year round.
Rhea Kohli, Contributing Writer October 8, 2025

From global hits like “Symphony” and “Ruin My Life,” Zara Larsson has built a catalog of hits that capture vulnerability and exhilaration in the same breath. In her newest...

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Review: Olivia Dean’s new album captures love in all its phases

The British singer-songwriter embraces all that romance has to offer in “The Art of Loving.”
Skylar Boilard, Performing Arts Editor October 6, 2025

No matter what stage you’re at in your love life, Olivia Dean’s latest project undoubtedly has a song for you. The British pop-soul singer’s second studio...

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Q&A: Maude Latour on performing for a hometown crowd at All Things Go NYC

During the festival in Forest Hills Stadium, the rising pop singer sat down with WSN to discuss new music and the rush of touring life.
Amelia Knust, Music Editor October 3, 2025

On stage, rising pop star Maude Latour is a force to be reckoned with. While performing, she’s jumping up and down and belting pop-rock tracks, dressed in a sparkling two-piece...

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Queer and female voices ruled 2025’s All Things Go NYC

The music festival’s second year in New York City brought three days of powerhouse performances, even with a few complications.
Amelia Knust, Music Editor October 1, 2025

There's a reason why the All Things Go Music Festival is historically nicknamed “All Things Gay.” For over a decade, the festival has highlighted an almost entirely woman,...

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In ‘The Dream,’ melodrama and heartbreak are in perfect harmony

Singer-songwriters FINNEAS and Ashe tackle romance and intimacy with the debut of their long-awaited band.
Julianna Lindo, Contributing Writer September 30, 2025

After eight years of collaboration, the long-time songwriting partnership Ashe and FINNEAS finally unveiled their debut record as the band The Favors. With a seamless blend...