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"So why not enjoy some of the admiring award shows? Some may say that the point of these awards isn't mainly to be entertaining but to highlight the dedication of artists and actors in the industry." - Staff Writer / Dakim Marcel Randolph

2025 Grammy nominations are coming soon, who will win?

Dakim Marcel Randolph, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

I have always adored these award shows as a young teenager in the Jersey urban neighborhoods. I remember my first award show event as it played a vital role in my career. It was near the middle school...

2024 VMA Awards graphic. - Photo via mtv.com

Boring MTV Video Music Awards made entertaining with the right group of friends

Mattie Mac Kay, Contributor September 18, 2024

The 2024 “MTV Video Music Awards” wasn’t necessarily a night to write home about… unless, of course, you’re megastars, Taylor Swift or Chappell Roan.  I had the pleasure of watching this...

Taylor swift at The Eras's Tour - Photo via Brynn Wilson

The impact of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour

Brynn Wilson  , Contributor September 18, 2024

Everyone has their favorite artists, bands, and genres. But there's one artist who has indeed taken the music industry by storm. After 11 studio and 4 re-released albums, the Eras Tour was born. With 152...

"The opening track “Fortnight” immediately sets the mood, as Swift calmly states “I love you, it’s ruining my life.” For her, TTPD is an eloquent tale of her experience navigating the stages of grief. " - Photo via Maryela Gallardo.

Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department”: A deep dive into heartbreak & healing

Sarah Shockey April 24, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/album/1Mo4aZ8pdj6L1jx8zSwJnt?si=lQPHnXtHQZ-jpmyItrn1gQ Familiarly, Taylor Swift once again took the world by storm with the release of her 11th studio album “The Tortured...

"A professional quartet, as well as Gala Flagello herself, have been teaching Rowan’s wind ensemble master classes all week, and the quartet performed alongside them for the next piece." - Staff Writer / Beth Cimaglia.

An unforgettable evening of melody & harmony: Highlights from Rowan’s Wind Ensemble Spring concert

Beth Cimaglia April 24, 2024

Rowan’s wind ensemble performed its spring concert in Pfleeger on Thursday evening. Conducted by the director of bands Dr. Joseph Higgins, the ensemble took us through a medley of symphonic sounds...

Super Bowl graphic. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

O’Brien: Super Bowl 58 is the worst-case scenario

Owen O'Brien February 7, 2024

I am deeply invested in the narrative aspect of sports. Not necessarily the players’ life stories, as those often end up being the same, with few exceptions; they either grew up poor or as the child...

Taylor Swift brought "The Eras Tour" concert film to theaters on Friday, Oct. 13. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

From stage to screen, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour creates feelings fans remember “All Too Well”

Sarah Shockey October 18, 2023

In the midst of the Taylor Swift renaissance, the pop artist has brought her record-breaking tour to movie theaters, a technical marvel that takes viewers on a spectacular journey through Swift’s nearly...

Editor-in-Chief - Berry Andres

Wrapping up the year: Looking at The Whit staff’s Spotify Wrapped

Michael Doctorovitz December 8, 2022

It is that time of the year again. Traffic is heavy, stores are packed, sales are going on, houses are being decorated but most importantly Spotify Wrapped is back and better than ever.  Spotify...

"The tracks, “Anti-Hero,” “You’re On Your Own Kid,” and “Labyrinth” are as soul-crushing as they sound. They bring a sense of reality and sadness to her life." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Taylor Swift’s “Midnights”: A Journey through the Lavender Haze

Daniela Garofalo October 26, 2022

https://open.spotify.com/album/151w1FgRZfnKZA9FEcg9Z3?si=QSCCamoeRvW6pl9UsIUkwg Last fall, Swifties were in a state of grace with the re-release of “Red.” However, on Oct. 20, Taylor Swift released...

"The true attraction of "Red (Taylor’s Version)” was the expanded version of the already epic breakup song, “All Too Well” and the re-recording of the shortened version." Arts & Entertainment / Al Harmon.

Swifties rejoice: Exploring the emotional rollercoaster of “Red (Taylor’s Version)”

Elizabeth Jasek November 17, 2021

https://open.spotify.com/album/6kZ42qRrzov54LcAk4onW9?si=ixhAeQbURoi6wgAawKBThw The anticipation of Nov. 12 has been killing every Swiftie in the nation and when the date finally arrived, my...

Billie Eilish's second number one album, "Happier Than Ever" sold 73,000 vinyl records on the first week alone. / Photo courtesy of Luke Garcia

How Vinyl Records Have Made a Miraculous Comeback

Luke Garcia September 29, 2021

In 2007, 1 million vinyl records were sold in the U.S. In 2020, that number rose to 27.5 million. In the first half of 2021, 19.2 million were sold.  After returning from the dead, this will be...

Megan Thee Stallion took home three Grammys, including the coveted best new artist award. - photo via pagesix.com

Female Artists Sweep the Big Four at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards

Jennifer McGraw March 17, 2021

The 63rd annual Grammy Awards was held on Sunday, March 14, even though this year posed some challenges due to COVID-19. Attendance was limited to those who were nominated or involved with a performance....

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