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

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

Washington Square News

An illustration of three hands outstretched upward, all with tattoos, and one with the word “HARD” written on the knuckles. The background is blue and fades to yellow at the bottom.

Review: ‘the record’ demonstrates the power of pain and friendship

Three of today’s best indie artists come together once again to release an album that captures companionship and vulnerability.
Ana Marks, Contributing Writer April 18, 2023

In 2018, indie royalty Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker joined forces to create the supergroup “boygenius.” Two-thirds of the group’s members had initially connected...

Album for NYC -based artist Brett Castro's new single “teach you to fall in love”. (Courtesy of Danny Garcia)

Brett Castro Wants to ‘Teach You to Fall in Love’

Brett Castro releases a romantic break-up song just as cuffing season is coming to an end.
February 22, 2019

New York City-based indie artist and NYU student Brett Castro is a force to be reckoned with, gearing up for the release of his second EP “I’m Sorry” for a March release....

Facade of the NYU Department of Psychology (via NYU)

The Golden Age of Music, Defined in an NYU Psych Lab

Psychology professor Pascal Wallisch led a study with undergraduate students about generational music preferences.
Nicole Rosenthal, Music Editor February 19, 2019

To many in Generation X, the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s are idealized as the golden age of music. According to a new psychological study at NYU, younger generations might feel the...