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Q&A: Benjamin Millepied on bringing a classic love story into the 21st century
The French choreographer spoke with WSN to talk about his love of the original “Carmen” opera, his directorial debut in its new film adaptation and what he hopes audiences will take away from his interpretation.
Madeline Kane, Contributing Writer
• April 24, 2023
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Review: The unwavering honesty of Lana Del Rey’s ‘Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd’
Del Rey’s ninth studio album may be her most authentic to date.
Ana Marks, Contributing Writer
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Q&A: Dance-pop duo LaLonde reminisce on sibling bond and music influences
The band takes inspiration from their Indian and Arabic cultural backgrounds and visits to their grandparents' house.
Yuna Baek, Contributing Writer
• December 5, 2022
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Emerging menswear finds footing at New York Men’s Day
Gender-expansive treatment of clothing on menswear runways leaves little to be desired.
Chad Evans, Contributing Writer
• September 13, 2022
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Q&A: Guinness World Record holder Lexie Alford on traveling to every country
After studying away, we thought we were expert solo travelers — until we sat down with the youngest person ever to visit every single country.
Anthony Ferrara and Roshni Raj
• May 6, 2022
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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
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Off-Third: Bay Area students are wasting our time
It’s time to stand up against the drawn-out responses to “where are you from?” of our Bay Area peers.
Alexandra Cohen, Deputy Opinion Editor
• April 1, 2022
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Sadie Jean on her debut single “WYD Now” and her music ambitions
Hailing from Orange County, California, Sadie Jean talks TikTok fame and launching a musical career in New York City.
Sydney Barragan, UTA Managing Editor
• December 10, 2021
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Zodiac Black’s: The all-women tattoo studio creating a safe space for art and ink
Watercolor tattoo artist Britta Christiansen and her partner Alex Sokolov opened an inclusive tattoo studio where clients can feel comfortable.
Juliana Guarracino, Staff Writer
• December 10, 2021
![Sun Room takes the stage at the Mercury Lounge on the Lower East Side. Hailing from San Diego, the young band has already amassed a sizable Spotify following. (Staff Photo by Yas Akdag)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Image-from-iOS-4-900x675.jpg)
Surf rock band Sun Room brings Californian energy to New York
The San Diego natives kicked off their tour at the Lower East Side’s Mercury Lounge.
Yas Akdag, Music Editor
• September 27, 2021
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Conflict in the search for permanency
New Exposures Editor Julian Hammond Santander presents a California suspended between nostalgia and reality, accompanied by a selection from Krishnamurti.
Julian Hammond Santander, UTA Exposures Editor
• September 3, 2021
![Alternative rock quintet, Grouplove, announced the release of their fifth studio album, “This is This.” Made over quarantine, New York/California rockers deliver an album of nostalgia inspired pop rock hits. (Staff Illustration by Susan Behrends Valenzuela)](https://nyunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/image_from_ios-2-900x506.png)
Grouplove’s surprise fifth album packs a punch
Made over quarantine, New York/California rockers deliver an album of nostalgia inspired pop-rock hits.
Holly Seefeldt, Contributing Writer
• March 18, 2021
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