Music
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Review: ‘Interplay’ strives to reach for Ride’s highest highs and pave new roads for the future
The acclaimed rock band continues to evolve its post-reunion sound while also successfully taking a trip down memory lane.
Alan Zhang, Contributing Writer
• April 8, 2024
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Review: ‘Evolution’ proves Sheryl Crow is best when sticking to her roots
The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer’s 12th studio album, released on March 29, is a mixed bag.
Skylar Boilard, Contributing Writer
• April 8, 2024
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Review: Grouplove finishes tour with a celebration
Grouplove ended its 2024 tour at Terminal 5 this past weekend, closing with an electric performance.
Mikaylah Du, Illustration Editor
• April 5, 2024
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Musician Sloane Simon on finding harmony in community
The frontwoman of the 2024 UltraViolet Live Best Group Performance winner and a Clive Davis first-year, Sloane Simon spoke with WSN about how interpersonal connection has grounded her musically.
Dani Biondi, Staff Writer
• April 4, 2024
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Review: Hozier’s ‘Unheard’ draws fans deeper into his conceptual art
Consisting of outtakes from his most recent album, Irish musician Hozier’s newest EP captures audiences with sound as immersive and captivating as its storytelling.
Eleanor Jacobs, Staff Writer
• April 1, 2024
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Review: ‘Deeper Well’ is the embodiment of emotional spring cleaning
Country singer Kacey Musgraves’ sixth studio album, “Deeper Well,” returns to the artist’s roots with refreshing clarity.
Skylar Boilard, Contributing Writer
• March 29, 2024
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Fall Out Boy’s latest MSG performance proves that punk rock is not dead
Fall Out Boy’s sold-out weekend at Madison Square Garden demonstrated a revival for the punk genre.
Julia Diorio, Music Editor
• March 28, 2024
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Q&A: Punchlove on its debut album ‘Channels’
A band of five NYU graduates, Punchlove, released its debut album and is currently going on tour.
Julia Diorio, Music Editor
• March 14, 2024
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Review: Ariana Grande isn’t perfect, and neither is ‘eternal sunshine’
The pop diva’s latest album is raw, emotional and compelling, but suffers from repetitiveness and the rumors surrounding its release.
Naisha Roy, Editor-at-Large
• March 13, 2024
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Review: ‘Bleachers’ is the band at its most personal and in love
The latest Jack Antonoff-led project continues to hone the Bleachers sound through clever writing on grief, love and maturity.
Lulu Chatterjee, Staff Writer
• March 12, 2024
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Review: ‘I Got Heaven’ is Mannequin Pussy at the band’s punk-rock peak
The Philadelphia band returns with a visceral, catchy fourth album.
Ethan Beck, Staff Writer
• March 11, 2024
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Kids Rock For Kids: Showcasing young musicians and performers for a good cause
Kids Rock For Kids is a nonprofit organization that provides support and resources to young musicians while raising money with local and global charities.
Clara Scholl, Arts Editor
• March 8, 2024
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Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • July 9, 2024
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Julia Smerling, Photo Editor • June 18, 2024
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Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • June 18, 2024
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Mikaylah Du, Under the Arch Editor • June 15, 2024