From the grunge rock of the 1990s to the trap instrumentals on many hip-hop songs of the 2010s, the music never quite stays the same. As 2023 finally rolls around, it seemingly becomes harder to answer one question: What is the sound of the 2020s? By: Javier Hills Defining all the music in one year […]
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David B. Smith’s (re)Play in the Dowd Gallery
David B. Smith will be giving an artist’s walkthrough of his art exhibition titled “(re)Play” in the Dowd Gallery on February 13th at 2 pm. I did take some time last Friday to view the exhibition. Even though I had to walk there in -18 degrees, it definitely worth it as I found the exhibition […]
Honda’s Renaissance of Performance Is A Sham
Honda fans shed a metaphorical tear of joy. But… why?
The 2023 Acura Integra Dutifully Carries On Its Legacy of Greatness, But May Not Justify Itself Over A Cheaper Alternative
What do you expect from a Honda?
Dave Grohl Surprises Many With His New Metal Project
Dave Grohl releases a new album under the name “Dream Widow” alongside the release of his new film “Studio 666”. The results are unexpected, to say the least. From the music I write about typically, it may seem like the only music I listen to is pop music and hip-hop. While I do enjoy both […]
Beam Me Up! Wet Leg Brings an Exciting Spirit to Rock
Going viral is a strange thing. For Wet Leg, they blew up overnight after a performance of their song Chaise Longue started being passed around social media. Responses were mixed, ranging from people enjoying the zany track to people accusing the band of being industry plants and writing them off completely as “NPC music” or […]
Kendrick Lamar’s Therapeutic Double Album May Be His Last
Lamar tells us that he “ain’t taking no prisoners” which could only mean that Lamar was coming in hot on his return to music.
NYPIRG Letter to the Editor: Bottle Bill
To the editor: Bottles and cans come into our lives frequently as college students, but not enough of us take advantage of the Bottle Bill. Enacted almost 40 years ago, the Bottle Bill allows New Yorkers to redeem some empty beverage containers for 5 cents back, and yet the recycling rate in our state is […]
Majoring in Education: Q&A With an Education Major
Considering pursuing a degree in teaching? Perhaps you’re already in college, and contemplating switching your major? Whatever your case may be, Kelley LaRosa has the answers to all your questions. LaRosa, 20, of West Hempstead, NY always knew she wanted to be an English teacher. In pursuit of her dream, she selected SUNY Cortland for […]
Screamin’ Jay Hawkins and the Genesis of the Scariest Song of All Time
Have you ever heard the song I Put a Spell On You? Classic rock fans are probably familiar with the song from its appearance on Creedence Clearwater Revival’s eponymous debut album as well as from their setlist at the famous Woodstock Festival. Numerous artists from the likes of soul legend Nina Simone to rock pariah […]