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All content by Chandler Littleford
While romantic comedies are generally known for lighthearted, humorous plotlines centered around romance, rom-com movies also have underrated soundtracks. Between rom-com’s wonderful plots, delightfully funny banter, and underrated but strong soundtracks, this movie genre deserves a little more respect. (Illustration by Chandler Littleford)

Photo: Celebrating ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ and other rom-com soundtracks

May 4, 2021

While romantic comedies are generally known for lighthearted, humorous plotlines centered around romance, rom-com movies also have underrated soundtracks. Between rom-com’s wonderful...

After the talent manager Scooter Braun acquired ownership of her music in 2019, artist Taylor Swift is on a mission to re-record her catalog and make it something new.  Her re-recorded version of “Fearless,” titled “Fearless (Taylor’s Edition)” features 26 songs which include her tracks featured on her original platinum edition of the album, alongside six unreleased tracks from her vault. (Illustration by Chandler Littleford)

Photo: Taylor Swift embraces her past in “Fearless (Taylor’s Version)”

April 27, 2021

After the talent manager Scooter Braun acquired ownership of her music in 2019, artist Taylor Swift is on a mission to re-record her catalog and make it something new. Her re-recorded...

“Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” is Lil Nas X's latest music video. Everything about the video is meticulous and seems to have a double meaning, particularly the inscriptions in both paradise and hell. (Illustration by Chandler Littleford)

Photo: Lil Nas X’s ‘Montero’ video is a conceptual masterpiece

Valentina Arrieta, Staff Writer April 8, 2021

“Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” is Lil Nas X's latest music video. Everything about the video is meticulous and seems to have a double meaning, particularly the inscriptions...

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)

Photo: ‘Covid Diaries NYC’ Review: filmmakers document their pandemic struggles

March 26, 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...

The Grammy Awards is presented by the Recording Academy to recognize achievement in the music industry. While the Grammy Awards preach diversity, they fail to recognize LGBTQ+ artists and artists of color. (Illustration by Chandler Littleford)

Photo: In Memoriam: The Grammys

March 22, 2021

The Grammy Awards is presented by the Recording Academy to recognize achievement in the music industry. While the Grammy Awards preach diversity, they fail to recognize LGBTQ+...

"WandaVision," a miniseries recently released on Disney+, is the newest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The release of "WandaVision" and its highly anticipated finale has entertained Marvel fans and newcomers alike. (Illustration by Chandler Littleford)

Photo: How ‘WandaVision’ Became More Than Just a Show

March 8, 2021

"WandaVision," a miniseries recently released on Disney+, is the newest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The release of "WandaVision" and its highly anticipated finale...

"Tea for Tillerman 2" is Cat Stevens's reimagining of his original album in 1970. Although the album is undoubtedly beautiful, it fails to capture the vulnerability of his previous work. (Illustration by Chandler Littleford)

Photo: Cat Stevens Revisits ‘Tea for the Tillerman’ and Creates New Magic

September 24, 2020

"Tea for Tillerman 2" is Cat Stevens's reimagining of his original album in 1970. Although the album is undoubtedly beautiful, it fails to capture the vulnerability of his previous...