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"If there is anything Wednesday’s child understands, it is important to make a first impression. The opening track, “Billie,” named after Billie Holiday starts with a whisper and quickly erupts into cacophony." - Photo via Maryela Gallardo

Wednesday’s Child’s “Seven Sisters”: A look into the band’s psychedelic & experimental rock EP

Rachel Therese Amarille, Contributor September 11, 2024

Iconic American singers, silent film actresses, knighted artists, chefs well-versed in French cuisine, young girls on adventures in Wonderland, and Greek goddesses and muses each find themselves a home...

"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...

"Joe’s end goals go hand in hand with his future occupation and his career as an artist. He wants to own a music studio one day, but as an artist, his dream is to live off making music." - Photo via @joekoda on Instagram.

Joe Koda leaps with emotional beats & melodies: Countdown to his April EP release

Aiden Seratore February 28, 2024

Joe Koda is a senior majoring in music technology here at Rowan University. Koda graduated from Paramus High School in Bergen County back in 2020. He began tinkering with creating his music after being...

Steinert performs at The Milk Crate's Halloween concert which was the venue first show that she runs with her roommates. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Strings & Stories: Madhavi Steinert’s journey from a small town to Spotify stardom

Grace Reed February 7, 2024

Originally from Jackson, New Jersey, Madhavi Steinert is a 21-year-old music industry major in her last year at Rowan University. At first glance, she may look like just any other student, but she's an...

Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Feedback: The importance of giving “bad” music a second listen

Amber Bertino February 1, 2023

When it comes to the pain of music failing to meet your expectations, I believe there’s some truth to the cliché that time heals all wounds. Most music fans have experienced queuing up new music —...

Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Feedback: An ode to Physical Music

Amber Bertino November 9, 2022

In an era when instant gratification is typical, there is something rewarding about searching through record stores for that one album I really want on vinyl. Sure, I have heard those songs over and over...

Members of "Earth on Fire" include drummer Ryan DeCesare, vocalist/guitarist Eddie Masterson, and bassist Bryce Mirabella. / Photo via Kyle Beke

Earth on Fire Releases First LP “Rotten Soil”

Amber Bertino September 14, 2022

Writing music involves both the methodical process of arranging sounds and the emotional act of self-expression. These two approaches seem separate in philosophy, but in practice, they are reliant upon...

Joe Rogan's exclusive deal with Spotify is reportedly worth over $200 million. / Photo via foxnews.com

Spotify Keeps Joe Rogan on the Platform Amid Misinformation and Racial Slur Controversy

Arianna Adan February 21, 2022

Joe Rogan, the American podcaster, UFC color commentator, comedian and actor is facing serious backlash over the spread of COVID-19 misinformation and racial-slur commentary.  Spotify, which exclusively...

Lil Nas X freely expresses his sexuality on his debut album, "Montero" / Photo via nytimes.com

How Lil Nas X Became an LGBTQ Icon

Luke Garcia October 13, 2021

So far in his young career, Lil Nas X has had to continuously navigate through a jungle of hatred, bigotry and discrimination.  Ever since his monumental breakout song “Old Town Road” brought...

Spotify's CEO, Daniel Ek, at a past presentation. - Photo via wsj.com

HiFi Streaming is Coming to Spotify in 2021

Luke Garcia March 3, 2021

Spotify will be launching a new high definition streaming option called "Spotify Hifi" later this year, the company announced via their Stream On event on Feb. 22.  HiFi is short for “high fidelity”...

Taylor Swift posing for her "Folklore" photoshoot. - Photo via Beth Garrabrant

Taylor Swift Re-Releases “Love Story” 13 Years Later Under Her Own Control

Mary Millar February 17, 2021

As if Taylor Swift hadn’t done enough to prove her impeccable business savviness and ability to tap exactly into what her fans want, it seems evident that she felt the world needed a firm reminder.  On...

It's uncertain when full capacity concerts will reopen in major cities like New York and Los Angeles. - Photo via sandiegouniontribune.com

How the Music Industry has Been Impacted by the Absence of Live Shows

Skylar Moody February 3, 2021

For musicians and music enthusiasts alike, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to the biggest loss of our greatest pastime. Attending mass gatherings in nearby arenas, or even a local bar to witness your favorite...

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