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An illustration of Malcom X wearing a black suit, a gray hat and a pair of glasses with black frames against a red background.

Celebration of Black cinema and civil rights in America: ‘Malcolm X’ turns 30

Three decades ago since its release, the Brooklyn Academy of Music hosted a screening for Spike Lee’s “Malcolm X” to commemorate the legacy of the film and the enduring memory of the civil rights activist. 
Mick Gaw, Staff Writer December 9, 2022

Over one thousand New Yorkers gathered at the opulent Howard Gilman Opera House to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Spike Lee’s “Malcolm X”  biopic on Nov. 22. The Brooklyn...

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Listen to This: Singles from April 10-16

In case you missed it, here are new tracks by Taylor Swift, Prince, DARKSIDE and more.

Welcome to the fresh face of what once was Weekly Radio Roundup. The essence of the Roundup remains the same, only with a new title and the ability to follow notable singles from...

Media art for Billie Eilish (via facebook.com)

Billie Eilish’s ‘bury a friend’ Is a Terrifying Ode to Personal Demons

The rising pop star confronts unsettling themes with her latest single.
Michael Muth, Staff Writer February 15, 2019

Billie Eilish is about as close to an overnight sensation as one can hope for within the music world. After her first single in 2016, “Ocean Eyes,” Eilish, 17, put out her...

Tisch rapper and singer Paris Michael — known by his stage name Paris. (via instagram.com)

Paris Michael Plans to Win a Grammy He Invents

This Tisch junior wants his music in the MoMA and his name on your playlist.
Avani Jurakhan, Staff Writer November 5, 2018
This Tisch junior wants his music in the MoMA and his name on your playlist.
Son Jung Wan F/W 2017

Son Jung Wan F/W 2017

Carson Kessler, Staff Writer February 11, 2017

Inspired by the fashion of the infamous 1980s, the Son Jung Wan Fall/Winter 2017  collection rewound time as the models donned bold, layered looks and turquoise eye shadow,...

Loris Diran F/W 2017

Loris Diran F/W 2017

Michaela Hoffman, Violet Vision Editor February 2, 2017

Loris Diran’s Fall/Winter 2017 show, titled “BACK 2 BLACK”, was largely influenced by his past year living and working in India and mainland China. The atmosphere...

Tragically, Prince passed away at the age of 57 on April 2, 2016 leaving the whole world saddened.

Staff Recs: Prince Songs

Staff April 21, 2016
Legendary musician Prince died today at the age of 57. Here are the WSN staff's favorite songs from his discography.