All content by Candace Patrick
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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
![An illustration of a women with dark purple hair wearing lavender headphones. Her headphone cords form the text "listen to this." She is in front of a blue background.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-27-900x577.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a CD cover with Rina Sawayama in a white top and black dress against a magenta background.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/arts-music-rina-sawayama_SBV-1-900x675.png)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![British singer Adele, shown here performing in Nashville, recently released her fourth studio album titled “30.” The album’s songs capture Adele’s vulnerability, heartbreak and resurgent confidence. (Photo by Kristopher Harris, via Wikimedia Commons)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/arts-music-adelereview-900x675.jpg)
Review: Adele’s ‘30’ is more than just a heartbreak album
Grab the tissues — Adele is back.
Candace Patrick, Staff Writer
• November 24, 2021
![ABBA’s album “Voyage” was released on Nov. 5. This is ABBA’s first release after nearly 40 years. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/arts-music-abbareview-e1636691850474.jpeg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![Podcasts are a great way to learn more about your favorite songs and artists. Listening to these podcasts about the music industry can be both entertaining and educational. (Illustration by Bridget Harshman)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/arts-music-musicpodcasts-900x676.png)
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
![FINNEAS’ debut album “Optimist” was released on Oct. 15. The album deals with topics such as the loss of loved ones, the implications of privilege and so-called cancel culture. (Image via Wikimedia Commons, Staff Illustration by Shaina Ahmed)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/arts-music-finneasreview-900x487.png)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![Billie Eilish’s second album “Happier Than Ever” and its accompanying concert film mark a shift in the singer’s sound and tone. The film is dedicated to Los Angeles, where Eilish grew up, and features songs of varying genres. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/arts-billieeilishreview-900x675.jpg)
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
![This year’s MTV Video Music Awards returns to its live format to celebrate the channel’s 40th anniversary. The 2021 VMAs were held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on September 12. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/arts-music-vmaperformances-900x675.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
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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
![“The Underground Railroad,” directed by Academy Award Winner Barry Jenkins, is a historical drama miniseries set in the Antebellum South. As Cora (Thuso Mbedu) travels northbound, this miniseries portrays the atrocity of American slavery while showcasing the power of perseverance. (Photo by Kyle Kaplan, Courtesy of Amazon Studios)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/arts-undergroundrailroad.jpg)
Review: “The Underground Railroad”
“The Underground Railroad” represents Academy Award Winner Barry Jenkins’ latest dramaturgy, an epic mini-series that recounts the horrors of Antebellum America while showcasing the power of perseverance. “The Underground Railroad” is playing at the IFC from July 16 to July 22.
Victoria Carchietta, Staff Writer
• July 16, 2021
![“Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal” on Netflix tells the story about one man's impact on higher education. Actors play out reenactments of events in the dramatic documentary.
(Illustration by Renee Shohet)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/varsity-blues-review-900x506.png)
‘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
![Protagonist Aida works as a translator for the UN during the tragedy of the Bosnian War. Oscar-nominated “Quo Vadis, Aida?” features the horrific story of the 1995 Srebrenica massacre. (Image courtesy of NEON Productions)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Number2-900x486.jpg)
‘Quo Vadis, Aida?’ review: An unforgettable look at a forgotten part of history
Oscar Nominated “Quo Vadis, Aida?” allows the world to remember a horrific event that has been looked over for decades.
Victoria Carchietta, Staff Writer
• April 29, 2021
![Since the beginning of the pandemic it’s been impossible to watch our favorite artists perform in-person. NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts have stepped in to help fill the void until things return to normal. (Staff Illustration by Susan Behrends Valenzuela)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Image-from-iOS-900x696.jpg)
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
![An illustration of a Black woman in a green shirt and a white woman in a yellow shirt listening to music through wired headphones. The cord of the headphones spells out “Listen to This.”](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Untitled_Artwork-34-900x675.jpg)
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
![The “Loud&Clear” website was launched as Spotify’s response to protests for a more equitable streaming model. Although a sign of recognition, the company’s plan to respond to public pressure is unclear. (Staff illustration by Susan Behrends Valenzuela)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/arts-music-spotify-900x629.jpg)
What does Spotify’s ‘Loud & Clear’ offer to artists?
Spotify’s attempt at transparency doesn’t combat the larger problem of paying artists.
Jack Birchler, Contributing Writer
• April 14, 2021
![Malcolm and Marie stars Zendaya and John David Washington as the couple returns home from a movie premiere. Sam Levinson's new film was filmed during the COVID-19 pandemic and takes place over one night. (Images via Wikimedia Commons, Staff Illustration by Alexandra Chan)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/rough-900x445.jpg)
“Malcolm & Marie” is a tedious attempt at exploring politics through art
What drives a filmmaker? What drives an artist? Sam Levinson’s film with Zendaya reflects on these questions and many more over the timeframe of one night.
Victoria Carchietta, Staff Writer
• April 2, 2021
![NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development's female Music Technology students are taking note of the lack of representation and under-compensation for women in the music industry. The female music technology students are deprived of student diversity and role models within their field. (Staff Photo by Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/steinhardt-nico-900x675.jpg)
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
![The new mini-documentary "COVID Diaries NYC" is created by five young filmmakers. They recorded their experience of the first few weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Illustration by Chandler Littleford)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/film-coviddiaries-chandlerlittleford-900x643.jpg)
‘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
![The Criterion Collection is accessible through the streaming service Kanopy, provided through NYU. The Criterion Collection, along with other services accessible through NYU’s Cinema Studies databases, has provided a community composed of both film lovers and scholars. (Staff Illustration by Manasa Gudavalli)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/arts-film-kanopy-900x600.jpg)
How binging the Criterion Collection provided me with purpose during the pandemic
One of our writers reflects on her experience of watching the Criterion Collection during the pandemic.
Victoria Carchietta, Contributing Writer
• March 17, 2021
![The arts desk is back with some recommendations of singles you may have missed this week. (Staff Illustration by Susan Behrends Valenzuela)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/anderson-paak-01-900x560.png)
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
![People picket in front of a red building with signs reading "DIVEST FROM GENOCIDE," "ARREST NYU TRUSTEES" and "CLASS OF 1972."](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/NYUPNGProtestWSP-0092.jpg)
Yezen Saadah, Editor-in-Chief • December 19, 2024
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Hope Pisoni, Staff Writer • December 14, 2024
![In the panel titled Tisch, a girl with long braided hair, alternative clothing and round glasses types on a computer with sheets of paper flying around her. Her eyes are swirls and her expression is panicked as she says, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have a 73-page play due tomorrow!” In the panel titled Stern, a man with short dark hair and rectangular glasses wears a suit saying, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have 500+ LinkedIn connections due tomorrow…” He holds a phone with a symbol of people and the number 500 while people shake hands in the background. In the panel titled Gallatin, a boy with wavy brown hair and goggles holds ropes while saying, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have to weave a basket underwater tomorrow.” Another dialogue line reads “Yeah, that’s my concentration…” next to drawings of fish and baskets. In the panel titled Steinhardt, a girl with curly blonde hair and freckles stares at a phone while various electronic devices are scattered in the background including a phone with a caller ID saying “Kiara & Allina.” In a dialogue bubble she says, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have to communicate tomorrow.” In the panel titled Tandon a boy with round glasses, a puffer vest, a quarter-zip sweater and dyed purple hair says, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have a robot due tomorrow!” Behind him is a robot holding a sandwich on a plate saying “YUMMY,” a laptop on a desk displaying “Chat G.P.T.” and a blackboard with various diagrams in white chalk. In the panel titled C.A.S. is a girl wearing a white lab coat and goggles over a pink shirt and saying, “Sorry, I can't go out tonight, I have to write an essay on bird migration in Ancient Greece due tomorrow!” She holds an open book while plucking a leaf off of an overhead branch with forceps, facing away from a desk where a beaker of green liquid overflows.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/nyu-finals-comic-final-1200x886.jpg)
![A person has a sign on them that reads “DISCLOSE, DIVEST” and they stand next to police officers.](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/BobstSitInBlockade_WSN-1200x801.jpg)
Dharma Niles, News Editor • December 13, 2024
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Ivanka Sun, Contributing Writer • December 13, 2024