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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

A crowd gathering at the Governors Ball music festival. There is a modified Statue of Liberty behind the crowd wearing a pair of sunglasses.

Summer music festivals aren’t what they used to be

Despite the recent rise in popularity of music festivals, repeated disasters and mishaps may be a sign they’re in decline.
Julia Diorio, Music Editor September 22, 2023

Usually, you know what you’re getting into with a music festival. You go. You spend $20 on a tiny hot dog and another twenty on water. You walk around aimlessly between three...

A close-up photograph of a crowd of concert attendees playing with bubbles. One attendee uses a bubble gun to make bubbles.

A photo recap of Electric Zoo 3.0

A photographer’s memorable three-day festival experience.
Michelle Zhou, Contributing Photographer September 20, 2022

A man with tattoos on his arm hugs a woman with blonde hair-leaning on the man’s left shoulder while they stand on the ground of a music festival.

EDM superproducer Pauline Herr discusses collaborations and long distance relationships

WSN spoke to Electric Zoo Main Stage act Pauline Herr about relationships, musical inspirations, artistic collaborations and the future of electronic music.
Michelle Zhou, Contributing Writer September 14, 2022

Pauline Herr is an all-around breakout star who has been an unstoppable force since she stepped into the electronic music scene. From her solo work to collaborations with talents...

A man with a green sweatshirt and a black beanie stands on stage behind his equipment and in front of large LED screens.

Electronic producer Rome in Silver on drawing out stories in music making

WSN spoke with Rome in Silver about his musical inspirations, recent collaborations and the kindred electronic producers he admires.
Michelle Zhou, Contributing Writer September 14, 2022

Rome in Silver (Vinny Pisciotta) is a constantly evolving musician and trailblazer who doesn’t shy away from experimentation. His distinctive style and sound never fail to breathe...

Fireworks launching into the sky in front of a stage and a large crowd, with the Manhattan skyline in the background.

Electric Zoo 3.0: NYC’s biggest electronic music festival is back

New York City’s largest EDM festival takes place this weekend. We broke down who’s playing and why you should go.
Michelle Zhou, Contributing Writer September 1, 2022

Ravers rejoice! Electric Zoo, fondly known as EZoo, will be returning yet again to Randall’s Island Park this Labor Day weekend, Sept. 2-4. This year’s futuristic theme —...