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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
![A person with brown hair in a black and white accented jacket and dark jeans leans against a pillar covered in various stickers.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/arts-music-nicknames-int-1-1200x800.jpg)
Producer and artist Nicknames discusses finding confidence in his musical journey
Nicknames’ most recent single, “It’s Alright,” was released on Jan. 17.
Alan Zhang, Contributing Writer
• January 22, 2024
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Review: ‘Blanket’ is a lukewarm embrace of Kevin Abstract’s new style
The former Brockhampton rapper attempts to find his voice and reinvent himself in his first solo album after Brockhampton disbanded.
Alan Zhang, Contributing Writer
• November 15, 2023
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R&B star Yasmina on her new EP ‘the process’
The singer-songwriter and NYU student’s newest project highlights a newfound sense of authenticity and creative control.
Alan Zhang, Contributing Writer
• October 18, 2023
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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