Taking the pop industry by storm, Tate McRae is exactly what the music industry has been waiting for. It seems like the rise of dance-pop and superstars is making a comeback. Coming from the professional dance world and aspiring to be a backup dancer, McRae’s stage presence and identity as a performer are so strong. […]
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Goodbye, goodbye, goodbye you were bigger than the whole sky: The Eras Tour
The U.S. leg of the Eras Tour, encompassing 62 shows, 23 cities, and record- breaking numbers, ended in Indianapolis, Indiana at the Lucas Oil Stadium on Nov. 3, 2024. Beginning in Glendale, Arizona on Mar. 17, 2023, the Eras Tour was Taylor Swift’s sixth concert tour, about five years after the commencement of her Reputation […]
2025 Grammy Nominations: A swing or a miss?
On Nov. 8, the Recording Academy finally announced the nominees for the upcoming Grammy awards, set to take place on Feb. 2, 2025. This announcement was highly anticipated by fans of all genres, including me. I even stood up and cheered at some of the nominations as I watched the live stream with my friends.However, […]
Tours to catch in 2025: Which one of your favorite artists is hitting the road?
With 2025 just around the corner, your favorite artists and bands are gearing up to hit the road and visit a city near you. Here are some notable tours coming up in 2025 that are definitely sure to draw crowds and be a once in a lifetime concert.The iconic 90s british rock band, Oasis, announced […]
“Short n’ Sweet” tour: Sabrina Carpenter takes center stage
Sabrina Carpenter is one busy woman and she’s taking the industry by storm on her new tour. Carpenter performed her hometown show in Philadelphia, PA on Oct. 8 at Wells Fargo Center (that’s the home of the Philadelphia Flyers NHL team, for my sports fans out there). Being there for her homecoming was certainly bittersweet, […]
The Warner Music Studio experience
On Thursday, Oct. 17, Monmouth students had the opportunity to visit Warner Music Group (WMG) Headquarters in New York City. The group consisted of students from multiple majors, who traveled to the city early in the morning to speak to alumni who now work for the company and hear advice from people who have been […]
“COWBOY CARTER” curates cool country culture creation
On Mar. 29, Beyoncé once again shook the music world by releasing her awe-inspiring country music album “COWBOY CARTER” which continues to impact listeners, whether they are fans of her previous work or not. Filled with country, gospel, and R&B, “COWBOY CARTER” is an ode to Black, American, and country music history. With complex and […]
The solo career of Luke Hemmings and the decaying image of the typical “rock star”
The original rock star image of trashing hotel rooms and driving cars into swimming pools is a stigma that will probably never change. However, there is a definite renaissance of the new representation of the rock star facade. Luke Hemmings is the 26-year-old lead singer of the Australian band 5 Seconds of Summer. Although formed […]
BHR to release 24th compilation album on Apr. 19
Blue Hawk Records (BHR) is set to release its 24th compilation album, “Open 24 Hours,” on Apr. 19. On Mar. 19, the club—which is recognized as a top music business program by Billboard—announced via its social media platforms that the six student artists selected to have their original songs recorded professionally are K.N.G, Anna Dioguardi, […]
Kenya Vaun releases new EP, “The Honeymoon Phase”
The 22-year-old rising R&B artist, Kenya Vaun, released her debut EP, “The Honeymoon Phase” on Mar. 22. The lyrics throughout the album dance with emotion, making the listeners feel a sense of comfort. The ambiance of the songs gives a nostalgic feel that touches on the topic of love and different experiences. The Philadelphia native […]