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WSN’s guide to the All Things Go NYC Music Festival

For its second year at Forest Hills Stadium, WSN has everything you need to know about the weekend ahead.
Amelia Knust, Music Editor September 11, 2025

The All Things Go Music Festival is returning to Forest Hills Stadium this year from Sept. 26 to Sept. 28. The weekend features a selection of musical acts of all genres, including...

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Review: ‘Man’s Best Friend’ skips the foreplay

While not a friend to all, Sabrina Carpenter's cheeky new album shines with its groovy instrumentals and not-so-subtle metaphors.
Dylan Henschen, Food Editor September 10, 2025

On “House Tour,” the penultimate track on Sabrina Carpenter’s new album “Man’s Best Friend,”  the pop singer prances through her imaginary house, describing homely...

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Review: Blood Orange’s ‘Essex Honey’ is a time capsule of love and loss

Musical auteur Dev Hynes assembles all-star collaborators and intricate melodies for his most personal record yet.
Amelia Knust, Music Editor September 5, 2025

Whether you know him as Devonté “Dev” Hynes or by his stage name, Blood Orange, the English singer, songwriter, producer and composer consistently runs ahead of his time....

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Review: Laufey’s ‘A Matter of Time’ explores modern problems with classic melodies

The jazz singer’s third studio album will leave you so entranced you’ll lose track of time.
Skylar Boilard, Performing Arts Editor September 5, 2025

Laufey’s new album marries contemporary problems with iconic jazz tunes from the past, earning its title “A Matter of Time.” Chinese-Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey...

2025 Governor’s Ball features Tyler The Creator, Olivia Rodrigo and Hozier

2025 Governor’s Ball features Tyler The Creator, Olivia Rodrigo and Hozier

No amount of downpour or flying boxed water could keep out the festival's 150,000 eager concertgoers.
Julia Diorio and Eleanor Jacobs June 12, 2025

Undeterred by a rainy forecast, the 2025 Governor’s Ball captivated New Yorkers and tourists alike from June 6-8. This year‘s headliners included Tyler, The Creator, Olivia...

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Q&A: A young songwriter on creating emotion through music

Alternative artist Kellan Christopher Cragg sat down with WSN to discuss his new album and how music defines his identity.
Ellie Miller, Contributing Writer May 6, 2025

For freshly 18-year-old singer-songwriter Kellan Christopher Cragg, making music seems to come naturally. His recent debut album, “WRONG BALLOON,” uses genre-blending, ambient...

Tisch alum Maggie Rogers performing at Madison Square Garden on Oct. 19, 2024. (Anna Baird-Hassell for WSN)

Maggie Rogers to speak at Tisch graduation

The singer-songwriter and Clive Davis alum will speak at the school’s 2025 Salute at Radio City Music Hall on May 16.
Eleanor Jacobs, Music Editor May 6, 2025

Maggie Rogers, a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and Clive Davis alum, will address students at the Tisch School of the Arts’ graduation ceremony next week as this year’s...

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Q&A: Milehin on art and student artistry

From performing at V100 to producing new music with Village Records, this student artist is thoroughly involved in NYU’s music scene.
Eleanor Jacobs, Music Editor May 6, 2025

In March 2024, Steinhardt sophomore Timilehin Awaye — also known as Milehin — stood in the crowd of NYU Program Board's annual V100 concert, watching artists like JPEGMAFIA...

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Q&A: How studying abroad helped Aidan Mailley kickstart his music career

Following the release of his first single, WSN spoke to Steinhardt junior Aidan Mailley about how being away from New York City helped him write a song about the city.
Caia Cupolo, Contributing Writer May 2, 2025

Aidan Mailley played bass or guitar for bands at local New York music venues — now, he’s stepping into the limelight. Mailley, a junior studying music business at the Steinhardt...

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Q&A: Samantha Crain on redefining her roots

Ahead of the release of her folk-rock album “Gumshoe,” Crain spoke with WSN about attending DIY shows in Oklahoma, scoring for film and homecoming.
Eleanor Jacobs, Music Editor May 2, 2025

For Samantha Crain, home isn’t a singular place. As a self-taught guitarist and songwriter, she has been on the road as a touring musician since age 19. Whether for her independent...

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8 pop-punk albums for jamming out

These classic and new-gen pop punk records will be the perfect sound for your summer.
Roshan Rao, Contributing Writer May 2, 2025

Whether you’re stuck at home with family, enjoying a sandy beach in Costa Rica or spending time exploring New York, your summer needs a soundtrack. It’s getting warmer, Washington...