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A crowd of concert-goers dressed in summer outfits in the foreground and an outdoor stage in the background. The weather is sunny.

Q&A: Gov Ball co-founder Tom Russell on what makes the festival tick

WSN spoke with Governor’s Ball co-founder Tom Russell about the festival’s history and this year’s lineup.
Nathan Chizen, Contributing Writer April 27, 2022

Governor’s Ball, New York's premier music festival, is back, returning to Citi Field in early June. WSN spoke with co-founder Tom Russell about what to expect from this year’s...

India Shore (left) and Claire Altendahl (right), the duo behind the pop-rock band The Blue who is gearing up for a performance on April 28. (Courtesy of The Blue)

Student-Run Label Produces Alternative Duo’s New Single

Village Records helped The Blue put out a single, music video and concert within a semester.
Nicole Rosenthal, Music Editor April 28, 2019

Berklee College of Music graduates India Shore and Claire Altendahl became friends over an unexpected string of events. While auditioning for a vocal performance show as a solo...

Boyscott is an independent music band. (Courtesy of Behind the Curtains Media)

Indie Rock Group Boyscott Wants to Conquer Brooklyn

With over four million streams on Spotify, the Connecticut-based indie rock group is just getting started.
Nicole Rosenthal, Music Editor March 31, 2019

Indie rock minimalist group Boyscott played to a crowded room in Ridgewood, Queens March 24 in what was their most “intimidating” set yet. In fact, band members flew in their...

(Photo by Katie Peurrung, Design by Sophia Di Iorio)

Matthew Friend | Never Himself

Pamela Jew, Under the Arch Managing Editor March 13, 2019

(Graphic by Tony Wu)

Los Angeles and Boston Control Their Coasts

With their World Series appearances, the Dodgers and Red Sox asserted their position as the most dominant baseball team on each coast.
Brendan Duggan, Sports Editor October 29, 2018
With their World Series appearances, the Dodgers and Red Sox asserted their position as the most dominant baseball team on each coast.
Staff Rants Feb. 1-7

Staff Rants Feb. 1-7

WSN Staff February 6, 2017
Here is the newest collection of Staff Rants for you to read. It is filled with rants from our staff. Please enjoy.
NYU men’s hockey keeps keeps their perfect streak alive by winning against University of Massachusetts Amherst on Saturday night.

Men’s hockey to defend win streak

Rachel Ruecker, Deputy Social Media Editor October 13, 2015
The hockey team hasn't lost in their last 5 games, dating back to last season when they captured the AHCA Division II national championship.
Spring break travel destinations: Boston

Spring break travel destinations: Boston

March 13, 2014
Customize your spring break by heading north to Boston.
Courtesy of Keith Allison via flickr.com

Injury, miscommunication weaken Patriots players

October 22, 2013
While the Patriots' misfortunes this season prove to be a serious issue, they continue to remain favorites for AFC East championships.
via flickr.com

Tale of Two Cities: New York City vs. Boston

Bryna Shuman, Staff Writer August 25, 2013
The best attractions of both cities face off as we compare their cultural, dining, sports, and native celebrities.
Courtesy of Brandon Jacobi

Racial prejudice is a consequence of ignorance

April 25, 2013
The hate speech after the Boston Marathon can only be solved by the individual choice to stop.