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"The group of four has been passionate about playing music for nearly all of their lives, with Giuliani finding her love for singing at a young age and taking singing lessons for about seven years." - Photo via Ama Wick

Polaroid Fade: Crafting dreamy tunes inspired by Jersey Shore vibes

Marchella Mazzoni April 24, 2024

Surrounded by the sound of crashing waves traveling across the coast, the band Polaroid Fade pens all season long at New Jersey beaches.  Polaroid Fade’s song inspiration stems from taking in...

"For Beyoncé, “Cowboy Carter” isn’t about making a name for herself in country music, it’s reaffirming that she and other black women have always been there." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter”: Redefining country music with a touch of Queen Bey

Sarah Shockey April 10, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/album/6BzxX6zkDsYKFJ04ziU5xQ?si=xld6cDsXR-qAs-qyEWLk4Q “Cowboy Carter” marks the second album in a three-part series for Beyoncé (marked by the extra I’s in the names...

"Grande exhibits her bad girl persona in the next songs “true story” and “the boy is mine” as fan favorites charting top 30 on the Billboard Hot 100." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Ariana Grande’s “eternal sunshine”: A defiant response to media scrutiny & relationship rumors

Marchella Mazzoni April 4, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/album/5EYKrEDnKhhcNxGedaRQeK?si=jS5A4zdKSbmNDvDbhE-KWQ After remaining silent amid media exploitation blasting her relationships, Ariana Grande’s new album “eternal sunshine”...

"With her music, Rose hopes to play as many live shows as she possibly can and hopes to write music for other artists in the future." - Photo via Bella Rose Durante

Kiaura Rose emerges with new single “Unbecoming,” blending dark pop & alternative influences

Jane Van Wie March 27, 2024

Kiaura Rose, a 21-year-old artist based in Pitman, New Jersey, has released a new single under Rowan Music Group, a professional recording label based in Rowan University’s College of Performing Arts....

"Not only were Beyonce fans outraged, but social media users at large, which sparked an entirely new conversation and controversy about what exactly classifies a song as “country music." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Beyonce meets country: Texas Hold ‘Em threw the world into a whirlwind of controversy

Sophia Fandino February 28, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/track/0Z7nGFVCLfixWctgePsRk9?si=dfeacb821c654501 The year 2024 so far has been treating the country’s newest upcoming artists particularly well, but Beyonce, one of music’s...

"This song is a classified pop hit debuting at No. 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 and listeners are excited for this era of self-love." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Selena Gomez radiates self-love in new single “Love On:” A visual journey through Paris

Marchella Mazzoni February 28, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/track/2fB5YRuD88drKpCXQOAk03?si=6205112e52164180 Those tuning into listening to pop radio stations are turning their “Love On” with Selena Gomez’s first single release...

"LVNA wasted no time immersing themselves in the local music scene, debuting at a newly opened concert venue. Despite initial jitters... LVNA's raw energy and onstage chemistry quickly endeared them to audiences." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

REM: The love-infused single that catapulted LVNA into the campus limelight

Al Harmon February 21, 2024

In the bustling realm of college life, where academic pursuits typically take center stage, a new and distinct melody is reverberating through the halls and dorms of Rowan, specifically Holly Pointe Commons....

"Combined with Minaj’s line delivery and vocal talent, the two produce a highlight for “Pink Friday 2” while bringing old Drake back into the limelight." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Barbz please rise: Queen Nicki Minaj reclaims her crown with her latest project “Pink Friday 2”

Sarah Shockey February 1, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/album/2bYCNZfxZrTUv1CHXkz2d2?si=LeBzC06_RsCTCvAymJk90g Wake up Barbz, Nicki Minaj is back. With the release of her fifth studio album “Pink Friday 2” 13 years after the...

Shane Bagot reviews Drake's new album "For All The Dogs". Spoiler: he's not a fan. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Drake’s “For All The Dogs”: A return to old Drake or more of the same?

Shane Bagot October 18, 2023

https://open.spotify.com/album/4czdORdCWP9umpbhFXK2fW?si=-HPkAB2KQsaWzaUW6HLpww On Oct. 6, Drake released his highly anticipated album "For All The Dogs." This is his eighth studio album coming after...

Eric Krassow released his senior capstone song "Shine On" on Tuesday, March 28. - Photo via Eric Krassow

Eric Krassow mixes rock genre with emotional themes in new single “Shine On”

Al Harmon April 5, 2023

Musician Eric Krassow from Monroeville has dropped his newest track, "Shine On." Krassow is a senior music industry major with concentrations in music technology and music business. He has been playing...

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