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

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Vampire Weekend performing. (via Wikicommons)

The Wait for Vampire Weekend’s New Music Is Over

The indie-rock legends have released their first new singles in six years.
Jude Zhu, Contributing Writer February 5, 2019

New York-based alternative rock band Vampire Weekend released two teasing singles as a double A-side on Jan. 24. Both tracks are set to appear on their upcoming album “Father...

The cover of Kero Kero Bonito's latest album "Time 'n' Place."

Kero Kero Bonito Evolves From Sugar Pop Into Indie Rock with New Album

Jun Sung, Contributing Writer October 16, 2018
Kero Kero Bonito’s incorporates experimental indie rock in their newest album "Time 'n' Place," signifying an evolution from their previous sugar pop style.

The Game of Telephone: Musicians Edition

Nina Jang, Deputy Digital Director April 11, 2016
WSN spoke with seven upcoming bands and solo artists and compiled a playlist of songs by these musicians. As a twist, each musician had the chance to recommend or “telephone” a tune or album to another NYU artist.
Courtesy of Columbia Records

New Grizzly Bear album taps into band’s previous sounds

September 19, 2012
Though a detour from the band's most recent work, "Shields" does not completely forgo the band's recent success.

Animal Collective explores new styles in latest album

September 6, 2012
While "Centipede Hz" has some tracks reminiscent of classic Animal Collective, the band's most recent album also shows new melodies.