All content by Candace Patrick
Listen To This: Julia Michaels redefines EDM on ‘Sorry To Me Too’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Stevie Bill, Channel Tres and more.
Yas Akdag, Sandy Battulga and Candace Patrick
• November 17, 2022
Listen To This: Rihanna returns with powerful ballad ‘Lift Me Up’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by SZA, Holly Humberstone and more.
Yas Akdag, Paree Chopra, Holden Lay and Candace Patrick
• November 3, 2022
Listen To This: Diane Keaton joins pop star Ashe in ‘Love Is Letting Go’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Devin Townsend, Alvvays and more.
Holden Lay, Candace Patrick and Jack Solomon
• September 29, 2022
Review: ‘Hold The Girl’ conveys vulnerability through an exhilarating electropop soundscape
Singer-songwriter Rina Sawayama’s sophomore studio album explores new emotional territory through upbeat dance tracks and compelling power ballads.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• September 26, 2022
Listen To This: Alex G digs deep in his latest song, ‘Miracles’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Suki Waterhouse, Nosaj Thing and more.
Holden Lay, Candace Patrick, Jack Solomon and Annie Williams
• September 15, 2022
Listen To This: After five years, Björk returns with ‘Atopos’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by The 1975, FLETCHER and more.
Yas Akdag, Candace Patrick, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Abbie Thompson and Amy Wang
• September 8, 2022
Listen to This: Dear CVS, Megan Thee Stallion is stocking up on ‘Plan B’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Laufey, PinkPantheress and more.
Yas Akdag, Isabella Armus, Holden Lay, Candace Patrick and Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer
• April 28, 2022
Listen to This: After countless breakup songs, Lauv is finally back in love
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Maggie Rogers, Noah Cyrus and more.
Yas Akdag, Paree Chopra and Candace Patrick
• April 14, 2022
Listen to This: Harry Styles announces a new album with single ‘As It Was’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Alexander 23, Father John Misty and more.
Paree Chopra, Holden Lay, Candace Patrick and Brian Savino
• April 7, 2022
Listen to This: Off camera, ‘Elliot’s Song’ captivates
Read about this week’s most notable singles by HAIM, Ashe and more.
Ethan Beck, Paree Chopra, Lea Filidore, Holden Lay, Candace Patrick and Annie Williams
• March 10, 2022
Listen to This: Nilüfer Yanya’s latest song confirms she’s an idol in the making
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Rosalía, BANKS and more.
Candace Patrick, Isabella Armus, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer and Yas Akdag
• March 3, 2022
Listen to This: Caroline Polachek dazzles in new song ‘Billions’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Father John Misty, Alexander 23 and more.
Yas Akdag, Isabella Armus, Holden Lay, Candace Patrick and Brian Savino
• February 17, 2022
Listen to This: Australian artist Mallrat heads to hyperpop
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Lucy Dacus, John Legend and more.
Yas Akdag, Holden Lay, Candace Patrick and Annie Williams
• February 10, 2022
Listen to This: Another posthumous release from XXXTENTACION
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Lauv, Wallows and more.
Yas Akdag, Jordan Lee, Destine Manson, Candace Patrick and Brian Savino
• February 3, 2022
Listen to This: After teasing it on TikTok, Charlie Puth’s ‘Light Switch’ is finally here
Read about this week’s most notable singles from Father John Misty, Destroyer and more.
Ethan Beck, Holden Lay, Candace Patrick, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Jack Peterson, Brian Savino and Jack Solomon
• January 27, 2022
Listen to this: Mitski strikes again with new single ‘Heat Lightning’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Mitski, Ed Sheeran, Joshua Bassett and more.
Bryn Borzillo, Candace Patrick and Alex Tey
• December 9, 2021
Review: Adele’s ‘30’ is more than just a heartbreak album
Grab the tissues — Adele is back.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• November 24, 2021
Review: ABBA’s ‘Voyage’ revives the band’s iconic sound
The internationally beloved Swedish pop group is bringing the 1970s back.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• November 12, 2021
Listen to this: Mariah Carey releases another Christmas song
Read about the most notable singles by Charli XCX, IDLES and more.
Yas Akdag, Isabella Armus, Ethan Beck, Holden Lay, Elissa Lonie and Candace Patrick
• November 11, 2021
Listen to this: BENEE’s latest single dives into the struggles of anxiety
Read about the most notable singles this week by Conan Gray, Porcupine Tree and more.
Yas Akdag, Candace Patrick, Ethan Saffold and Jack Solomon
• November 4, 2021
Listen to this: ABBA’s latest release ‘Just A Notion’ teases their upcoming album
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Gracie Abrams, Mastodon and more.
Yas Akdag, Holden Lay, Candace Patrick, Jack Solomon and Sebastian Zufelt
• October 28, 2021
Music podcasts for every mood
Want to be a music insider? Here are five podcasts to keep you in the know about industry trends, emerging artists and new perspectives on your favorite music.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• October 26, 2021
Review: Thematically, sonically, nothing is off limits in FINNEAS’ album ‘Optimist’
FINNEAS’ somber debut album contradicts its cheerful title.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• October 25, 2021
Listen to this: Mitski ends her hiatus with new song ‘Working for the Knife’
Read about this week’s most notable singles by Gracie Abrams, Kali Uchis and more.
Yas Akdag, Isabella Armus, Ethan Beck, Candace Patrick, Sabiq Shahidullah, Tristán Queriot Rodríguez Vélez and Annie Williams
• October 7, 2021
Listen to this: Elton John and Charlie Puth team up on their latest release
Read about the most notable singles this week by Wallows, Subsonic Eye and more.
Yas Akdag, Ethan Beck, Candace Patrick and Annie Williams
• September 30, 2021
‘El Planeta’ Review: A witty, ethically complicated dramedy
Telling the story of a mother and daughter faking their way through the wake of a recession, Amalia Ulman’s sly, offbeat comedy film is a modern classic.
Ana Cubas, Arts Editor
• September 27, 2021
Review: Billie Eilish’s ‘Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles’ is comfortably intimate
The alternative teen pop star is sultry, quirky and introspective in her new Disney+ concert experience.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• September 20, 2021
The most notable performances from the 2021 VMAs
The MTV awards returned with energetic performances, the hottest music — and a worm costume.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• September 17, 2021
Listen to this: Metallica covers growl alongside lush pop tunes
Read about the most notable singles this week by Mac DeMarco, Troye Sivan and more.
Yas Akdag, Victoria Carchietta, Holden Lay, Candace Patrick, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer and Sabiq Shahidullah
• September 16, 2021
Listen to this: Singles from Sept. 1-7
Read about the most notable singles released this week.
Yas Akdag, Elizabeth Moshkevich, Candace Patrick and Sebastian Zufelt
• September 9, 2021
Listen to this: Singles from August
In case you missed it, here are new tracks by Kacey Musgraves, BTS and more.
Yas Akdag, Isabella Armus, Alexandra Chan, Ana Cubas, Elizabeth Moshkevich, Jennifer Ren and Annie Williams
• September 2, 2021
Review: ‘WE LOVE NYC: The Homecoming Concert’
New York’s anticipated COVID-19 recovery event was an off-key, optimistic celebration, until halted due to Hurricane Henri.
Ana Cubas, Arts Editor
• August 30, 2021
‘All Things Must Pass (50th Anniversary)’ provides thrilling insight into George Harrison’s artistic process
The remaster of George Harrison’s solo debut demonstrates the benefits of extended albums.
Ana Cubas, Arts Editor
• August 25, 2021
Listen to this: Singles from July
In case you missed it, here are new tracks by Bo Burnham, Peggy Gou and more.
Caitlin Hsu, Alexandra Chan, Isabella Armus, Sasha Cohen, Ana Cubas, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Ashley Wu and Julian Hammond Santander
• July 30, 2021
‘Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal’ defies documentary conventions
The story of how one man single-handedly ruptured the American higher education system. “Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal” is now available to stream on Netflix.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• April 30, 2021
Listen to This: Singles from April 24-30
Here are the singles we're obsessing over this week!
Isabella Armus, Holly Seefeldt, Sophia Carr and Ana Cubas
• April 30, 2021
Must-see Tiny Desk concerts to cure your live music withdrawals
From the Blue Man Group to Billie Eilish, here’s a list of some of the most memorable NPR Tiny Desk concerts to enjoy until live performances return.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• April 28, 2021
Listen to This: Singles from April 17-23
In case you missed it, here are new tracks by Day6, Alanis Morissette and more.
Alexandra Chan, Candace Patrick, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Sasha Cohen and Ana Cubas
• April 23, 2021
Paul Simon is no historical footnote
Another catalog sold, another legacy at stake.
Ana Cubas, Music Editor
• April 21, 2021
Chess Forum is home to Greenwich Village’s chess-playing community
Owner Imad Khachan shares what chess meant to him growing up in Lebanon, how Chess Forum became a Greenwich Village icon and what the pandemic and “The Queen’s Gambit” mean for contemporary chess culture.
Ana Cubas, Music Editor
• April 16, 2021
Music technology: not just a man’s world
Lack of female representation and undercompensation burdens the music industry. Female music technology students are taking note.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• March 29, 2021
‘Covid Diaries NYC’ Review: filmmakers document their pandemic struggles
When COVID-19 struck New York City, five young filmmakers documented the ways in which the pandemic caused major upheavals in their everyday lives.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• March 26, 2021
Weekly Radio Roundup: March 12 – March 19
Read about the most notable singles released this week.
Holden Lay, Ana Cubas, Perry Gregory and Sophia Carr
• March 19, 2021
Weekly Radio Roundup: March 5 – March 11
Read about the most notable singles released this week.
Ana Cubas, Victoria Carchietta, Perry Gregory, Nathan Chizen, Sophia Carr, Abbey Whelan, Anastasia D.S. Johnson and Candace Patrick
• March 12, 2021
Billie Eilish’s documentary breaks barriers of pop stardom
This candid-but-unfiltered documentary is as unconventional as Eilish herself.
Ana Cubas, Music Editor
• March 8, 2021
Staff Recs: Comfort Movies
Sometimes when the outside world becomes too much, a good movie is the best form of escapism.
Kaylee DeFreitas, Ana Cubas, Sasha Cohen and Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer
• September 24, 2020
Weekly Radio Roundup: Sept. 15 – Sept. 21
Read about the most notable singles released this week.
Anastasia D.S. Johnson, Izzy Salas, Ana Cubas, Claire Jones and Henry Carr
• September 22, 2020
Weekly Radio Roundup: Sept. 7 – Sept. 14
Read about our favorite singles that were released this week.
Isabella Armus, Ana Cubas, Lexi Wolf and Claire Jones
• September 15, 2020
Katy Perry Clings To Her Past in ‘Smile’
The “Teenage Dream” artist knows how to craft a perfectly encouraging pop hit, even if it’s getting old.
Ana Cubas, Music Editor
• September 1, 2020
Weekly Radio Roundup: April 17 – 24
The most exciting singles that came out over the course of the week.
Ian Reid, Charles Smith, Izzy Salas, Henry Carr and Ana Cubas
• April 24, 2020
Weekly Radio Roundup: April 10 – April 16
The most exciting singles that came out over the course of the week.
Ian Reid, Claire Jones, Alexandra Bentzien and Ana Cubas
• April 17, 2020
Weekly Radio Roundup: April 3 – April 9
The most exciting singles that came out over the course of the week.
Izzy Salas, Henry Carr, Isabella Armus, Ana Cubas, Alexandra Bentzien and Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer
• April 10, 2020
Record Store Day Is Rescheduled. Can It Still Survive?
Record Store Day has been moved to June 20, but the trend of social distancing suggests lower sales.
Ana Cubas, Staff Writer
• April 9, 2020
J Balvin’s Vibrant Plea for Positivity Radiates Like A Rainbow
The reggaeton luminary solidifies his signature sound on “Colores” and creates an immersive, visceral experience for listeners.
Ana Cubas, Contributing Writer
• March 30, 2020
Weekly Radio Roundup: March 7 – March 13
The most exciting singles that came out over the course of the week.
Ethan Zack, Izzy Salas, Isabella Armus, Ana Cubas, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Charles Smith and Alexandra Bentzien
• March 13, 2020
Bad Bunny Does What He Wants. Are We Really Surprised?
Bad Bunny constructs an anthology of reggaeton history with scopic, global influences proving he can’t be predicted, or tamed.
Ana Cubas, Contributing Writer
• March 4, 2020
Moses Sumney’s Maximalist Album Radiates With a Spectrum of Meanings
Moses Sumney’s “græ: Part I” disrupts conventionality with complex emotional profundity.
Ana Cubas, Contributing Writer
• February 28, 2020
Weekly Radio Roundup: Feb. 14 – Feb. 21
The most exciting singles that came out over the course of the week.
Ian Reid, Ana Cubas, Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Izzy Salas and Alexandra Bentzien
• February 21, 2020
‘The Slow Rush’ Is Tame Impala’s Most Introspective Album to Date
Tame Impala’s long-awaited album, ‘The Slow Rush,’ is a cosmic trip of understanding time and oneself, and Kevin Parker achieves it perfectly.
Ana Cubas, Contributing Writer
• February 18, 2020
Weekly Radio Roundup: Feb. 7 – Feb. 12
The most exciting singles that came out over the course of the week.
Alexandra Bentzien, Abby Hofstetter, Angela Cai, Ana Cubas, Destine Manson and Ashley Wu
• February 13, 2020
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