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

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19-year-old Alessia Cara Wows at Webster Hall

19-year-old Alessia Cara Wows at Webster Hall

Reeca Soriano, Contributing Writer February 3, 2016
Off success of her single "Here", Alessia Cara has catapulted to stardom.
Four years after the release of her critically acclaimed album “21”, Adele’s new highly anticipated album, “25”, released on Nov. 20.

’25’ proves Adele is here to stay

Jake Viswanath, Contributing Writer November 23, 2015
Adele's musical career of soulful reflection continues in her album "25."
Sun Club released their first full length album, “The Dongo Durango”, worldwide on October the 30th.

Catch some rays with pop band Sun Club

Carter Gray Shelter, Contributing Writer November 2, 2015

Sun-pop band Sun Club makes a point of playing only happy music. From Baltimore, Sun Club has made their career as an optimistic band, and will play at the Music Hall of Williamsburg...

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NYU artist finds success in student duo

Hannah Treasure, Features Editor October 6, 2014
Gallatin sophomore Jack Staffen and his bandmate at Columbia University, Eliza Callahan released their first EP, "No Wonders."
Angelique Kidjo blends African sound with pop music on 'Eve'

Angelique Kidjo blends African sound with pop music on ‘Eve’

February 12, 2014
Angelique Kidjo's new album "Eve" is a delightful blend of world music and pop.
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Bombay Bicycle Club comes into its own with ‘So Long’

February 6, 2014
Bombay Bicycle Club's fourth and newest album sees a solidification of their talent and style.
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ARTS ISSUE: Lily Allen brings feminism to forefront of pop music

December 5, 2013
In the 1990s, teenage girls were owning their feminism. Riot grrrl subculture fascinated America.
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ARTS ISSUE: Pop divas create personas with style, musical talents

December 5, 2013
Pop divas all create an image for themselves that becomes their identifier — for better or for worse.
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Britney Spears struggles to find emotional balance on ‘Britney Jean’

December 3, 2013
While diehard fans will enjoy her latest album, Britney delivers an uneven album with her latest work.
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One Direction matures, retains sound on ‘Midnight Memories’

November 25, 2013
Despite a slightly more adult sound, One Direction's new album will likely not convert many new fans.
Lady Gaga overindulges in theatrics without substance on latest album, fails to live up to previous work

Lady Gaga overindulges in theatrics without substance on latest album, fails to live up to previous work

November 12, 2013
As Lady Gaga returns with the release of her third studio album “ARTPOP,” the musician who is famous for her antics delivers simultaneously what was expected from her while also exploring new territory.
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Katy Perry stays within pop comfort zone on ‘Prism’

October 22, 2013
Katy Perry's new album, “Prism,” won’t convert those not already among her legions of fans, primarily because it is exactly what it strives to be — a conventional pop record.