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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

Being Indie: Dublin’s Orla Gartland on Cutting Through the Noise

Being Indie: Dublin’s Orla Gartland on Cutting Through the Noise

Kevin Hannon, Contributing Writer September 29, 2016
Orla Gartland is an indie musician who found success both digitally and through performance.
Invertebrate Doesn’t Need a Spine to Stand Out

Invertebrate Doesn’t Need a Spine to Stand Out

Gilchrist Green, Music Editor September 29, 2016
Steinhardt junior Ben Locke, founder of the multi-operational music company Invertabrate, speaks on what it's like to be such a small, independent company in the midst of the vast NYC music scene.
Global Citizen Festival Fakes Commitment To Change

Global Citizen Festival Fakes Commitment To Change

Emma Rudd, Contributing Writer September 27, 2016
Global Citizen seems to have convinced a community of people that they are enacting global change without lifting a finger.
Adele performed In New York City at Madison Square Garden on September 22 for about 18,000 fans.

Adele Performs Soulful Confessions

Dakshayani Shankar, Contributing Writer September 26, 2016
Adele's concert last Thursday at Madison Square Garden featured her at her most candid, motherly self yet.
LA based teenage girl band The Regrettes rocked the Studio at Webster Hall.

When Regret(te)s Become Great Decisions

Hailey Nuthals, Arts Editor September 21, 2016
The Regrettes brought a bit of LA sunshine and fun to the New York garage rock scene with their "cupcake" songs and spunky attitude during their Webster Hall show on Sept. 21.
Angel Olsen took to Warsaw this past Sunday, where she performed an array of her hit songs.

Angel Olsen Brings the Light to Brooklyn

Jacob Fox, Staff Writer September 20, 2016
Fresh off the heels of the release of her debut album, Angel Olsen stuns in her set at Warsaw on Sunday night.
17-year-old singer-songwriter Billie Marten recently debuted with “Writing of Blues and Yellows,” an album focused heavily on her connection to home.

Billie Marten: A Rising North Star

Kevin Hannon, Contributing Writer September 19, 2016
English musician Billie Marten's debut album "Writing of Blues and Yellows" brings a powerfully understated work into the public eye after she was nominated for BBC's prestigious "Sound Of..." poll.
Steinhardt offers a number of individual and group music lessons for almost all instruments.

Two-Credit Classes Are the Perfect Appetizer for More Academic Courses

Lily Li, Contributing Writer September 12, 2016
Get more bang for your buck with 2-credit courses--they're included in your tuition.
On September 7, artists D.R.A.M., Kamaiyah, and Kelela performed at NYU’s annual Mystery Concert at Poisson Rouge.

D.R.A.M. Stuns at Mystery Concert

Natalie Whalen, Contributing Writer September 12, 2016
The Program Board's annual Mystery Concert, a Welcome Week staple, seriously stunned with its hip-hop lineup of Kamaiyah, D.R.A.M., and Kelela.
"Firefly" is the new single from gobbinjr's new EP "mom night."

New Single From gobbinjr Shines in the Dark

Hailey Nuthals, Arts Editor September 6, 2016
gobbinjr, the musical project of NYU's Emma Witmer, just released its newest single "firefly."
Folk-indie star, Angel Olsen’s new album “MY WOMAN” came out on September 2 and is definitely worth the listen.

‘My Woman’ Sings of ‘Mania of Love’

Gilchrist Green, Music Editor September 6, 2016
Angel Olsen's third full-length album proves itself to be a soothing yet powerful release.
D.R.A.M. performed at this year's South by Southwest music festival in Austin, Texas.

Mystery Concert Lineup Revealed, Features Three Up-and-Coming Artists

Zach Martin, Editor-at-Large September 3, 2016
This year's Mystery Concert features an eclectic group of musicians, including a pair of fast-rising female artists.