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KPR's profile on Soundcloud.

KPR Searches for Nostalgia with New EP

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor July 10, 2018
KPR tries to meld a variety of trending hip hop elements together in his new project, with middling results.
Single covers for Olivia Royal's "Please" (top left), Brett Castro’s “Much About Sadness” (top right),  YIORGOS' "What We Do" (bottom left), Anxia's "Moonlight" (bottom right).

A Slew of Student Singles for Your Summer Playlist

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor April 25, 2018
2018 has boded well for NYU, with students and alumni dropping a slew of enticing singles that cover a wide berth of styles and topics.
Artist Frank Ocean

Staff Recs: Best Frank Ocean Songs

WSN staff compiled a list of the best Frank Ocean songs. So sit back, relax and let this playlist take you to the Pyramids tonight.

TKTK Sessions: Michael Manzi

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor April 9, 2018
WSN sat down with Gallatin sophomore Michael Manzi to talk about his major's influence on his music and more.
Students and faculty who attended Steinhardt’s Q&A with DIY rapper Russ pose for a photo following the one-hour session.

Russ Entertains His Ego at Steinhardt Q&A

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor April 9, 2018
Steinhardt's music business program hosted rapper and producer Russ last Wednesday.
Modern Music Gets Personal

Modern Music Gets Personal

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor April 4, 2018
Music has long been a way to not only express oneself, but to overcome life's struggles, whether they be political, personal, or both.
Clockwise starting top left: Ethan Uno (City College ‘21), Adrien Calvet (Gallatin ‘20), Jack Laboz (Clive Davis ‘20) and Manny Pinkins (Clive Davis ‘20)

Students Serve Up Diverse Set of Singles

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor March 6, 2018
With spring quickly approaching, WSN has been unearthing the latest and greatest sounds of the new season that NYU’s musicians have to offer.
Cover of Pedro Cañas' new EP "Just You"

Pedro Cañas Dives into Unknown with New EP

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor February 21, 2018
Electronic producer and NYU student Pedro Cañas just dropped his "Just You" EP. The project boasts an exciting core track with a diverse set of supporting remixes.
The Misters, a band comprised of all NYU students, performed at Rockwood Music Hall on Feb. 3. Michael Knitting (center), a Steinhardt senior in the Music Business program; Brent Crude (right), a CAS alumnus; Todd Martin, a sophomore in Music Business (right center) and Jim White, an NYU Music Business alumnus (left).

The Misters Bring Fervor to Rockwood Music Hall

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor February 5, 2018
The Misters took to the stage at Rockwood Music Hall, Saturday night, with a clear intent to show everyone a good time.
New Jersey band Malibu performing. Malibu, Pom Pom Squad, Nando Dale and Been Stellar joined forces for a one-night concert in Queens.

NYU’s Pom Pom Squad and Been Stellar Stun in Queens

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor January 29, 2018
NYU's Pom Pom Squad and Been Stellar Stun take center stage at Trans-Pecos in Queens.
Clockwise from top left
Pedro Cañas, Master Swami, Jesediah and Julian LaMadrid are all new artists for NYU’s latest artists.

Four NYU Musicians to Watch

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor January 22, 2018
NYU hosts a wide variety of up-and-coming musicians on the cusp of breaking through. Use this list as a roadmap of sorts for navigating the musical maze of both the school and the city.

Gallatin junior Alex Carr performed with his band at Sunnyvale in Brooklyn last Saturday.

Alex Carr Proves His Potential

Connor Gatesman, Music Editor December 6, 2017
Alex Carr, a junior in Gallatin, played Sunnyvale in Brooklyn over the weekend with his lo-fi rock band.