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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.

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Business of Music boot camp gives former NFL players new career options

March 24, 2013
NYU's Clive Davis Institute for Recorded Music hosts music industry bootcamp fro former NFL athletes.
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Bloomberg launches campaign to lower volume

March 14, 2013
As Mayor Bloomberg prepares for his final term, he has launched a campaign to protect young people's ears from high-decibel music blasting from their headphones.
The Highlighter presents - Musical Influences: Adele

The Highlighter presents – Musical Influences: Adele

March 14, 2013
Although its aesthetic merits don’t necessarily justify its success, Adele’s “21” has enthralled the popular consciousness like no other record since the release of Nirvana’s “Nevermind” in 1991.
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Childish Gambino

March 14, 2013
Donald Glover is like a human Swiss army knife — he’s known for being multi-talented. But it’s Glover’s skill on the microphone that really deserves attention. Glover, who raps und
Mumford & Sons

Mumford & Sons

March 14, 2013
The popularity of Mumford & Sons seems inexplicable in a culture that claims to celebrate authenticity and originality.
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Macklemore

March 14, 2013
Seattle rapper Macklemore has been part of the indie rap scene since 2000, but he was only recently catapulted to fame by smash single “Thrift Shop.”
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Thom Yorke

March 14, 2013
Thom Yorke, frontman for Radiohead and, recently, Atoms for Peace, is incredibly sincere in that he does what he wants regardless of any criticism he might receive.
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Deap Valley

March 14, 2013
When Deap Vally’s Lindsey Troy and Julie Edwards play, they don’t just put on a show — they stage a full assault on the senses.
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Lady Gaga

March 14, 2013
It’s hard to know who was more devastated by Lady Gaga’s decision to cancel her tour after a recent injury — her loyal fan base or Mother Monster herself.
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Banhart gives ‘Mala’ romantic, exciting energy

March 13, 2013
In his album “Mala,” Devendra Banhart follows his folk traditions while continuing to surprise his audience with new melodies and styles.
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‘Next Day’ features classic Bowie sound in comeback album

March 13, 2013
David Bowie leaves behind the fancy outfits but maintains his musical style as he makes a comeback with “The Next Day.”
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Conversation with Kate Nash reveals feelings about album, feminism

March 12, 2013
Kate Nash brings music with a message on her recently released album “Girl Talk.”