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Washington Square News

Three members of Vampire Weekend posing in the front seat of a car and looking at the camera through the car's front windshield.

Review: Vampire Weekend’s ‘Only God Was Above Us’ sinks its teeth into nihilistic perspectives

“Only God Was Above Us,” which was released on April 5, is Vampire Weekend’s most poignant piece of work to date.
Annie Emans, Contributing Writer April 11, 2024

Vampire Weekend might best be known for upbeat tunes about summers in the Hamptons and classic college adventures, but 18 years and four albums later, “Only God Was Above Us”...

Ashokan Reservoir. There is a long road; to the right there is green pasture and to the left there is a lake that extends until multiple trees together form a small forest at the end.

Spring break staycations that won’t break the bank

Looking forward to finally getting a real spring break after two years, but don’t want to be coming back broke? Here’s some ideas for affordable and memorable trips (mostly) outside the city.
Tristán Queriot Rodríguez Vélez, Contributing Writer March 10, 2022

After two years, we’ve finally caught an actual spring break from NYU. For many, this means it’s almost time for that long-awaited trip to Cancún or Miami with your friends....

Other Music, a record shop that used to stand on the corner of East 4th Street and Lafayette, closed its doors in 2016. Tisch alumnus Rob Hatch-Miller and co-director Puloma Basu pay tribute in a newly released documentary. (Photo by Lukas Sheehan)

Other Music, Other Times

Tisch Alumnus Rob Hatch-Miller and co-director Puloma Basu remember Other Music and the community it fostered.
Nicolas Pedrero-Setzer, Music Editor April 26, 2020

After 20 years of musical wizardry, famed record shop Other Music shut its doors in 2016. With their latest documentary, Rob Hatch-Miller and Puloma Basu memorialize its magic,...

Left to right: guitarist Brian Robert Jones, Ezra Koenig, Chris Baio and touring guitarist Greta Morgan, of Vampire Weekend. The band played an impromptu acoustic show in Washington Square Park on the release day of their new album "Father of the Bride." (Staff photo by Katie Peurrung)

Vampire Weekend Plays Surprise WSP Set

The Grammy-winning indie rock group played an acoustic set in Washington Square Park earlier today, the same day they released their first album in six years.
Alex Cullina, Theater & Books Editor May 3, 2019

Indie rock royalty Vampire Weekend played an impromptu acoustic set this afternoon in Washington Square Park to a small, hushed crowd. The band played a mix of classics and...

KC Dalager and Brad Hale from Now Now. (via Facebook)

Indie Rockers Now, Now Make a Comeback on Their Own Terms

The musical duo returns after six years to promote their third release “Saved” in Brooklyn.
Nicole Rosenthal, Music Editor April 21, 2019

Riding the tail end of the late ’00s indie-rock revival, Minnesota-based band Now, Now seemed to meet the perfect criteria for success in 2012: a critically acclaimed sophomore...

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 crowd at Lollapalooza in Grant Park, Chicago.

Best Festival Lineups

From New York to Spain and even Alabama, WSN staff has compiled a list of the best festival lineups this summer.
Bernie Sanders  is rallying for support in Washington Square Park ahead of next week's New York primary.

LIVE: Bernie Sanders Brings the Bern to Washington Square Park

Anne Cruz and Lexi Faunce April 13, 2016
NYU students prepare to "feel the Bern" as Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders will hold a rally in Washington Square Park tonight.

Staff Recommendations: Albums to study to

WSN Staff April 28, 2015
As finals quickly approach, the WSN staff recommends albums to listen to while studying.
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.
Lollapalooza continues legacy of music festival greatness

Lollapalooza continues legacy of music festival greatness

August 19, 2013
After 17 years, Lollapalooza continues to garner new interest and excite returning fans. Here is our recap of Lollapalooza 2013.
Courtesy of Fueled By Ramen

Start 2013 right with 13 of our favorite songs

January 28, 2013
Check out these 13 music picks that are sure to help you kick off 2013 right.