A history of K-pop music
By Grace Koennecke | Sep. 13Ever wondered how K-pop became so popular? Read more of the history of the genre below.
MUSIC
Artist Spotlight: ELBA wants you to do you
By Alicia Szczesniak | Sep. 12The Danish songstress proves herself with her new single, “You Do You.”
Artist Spotlight: Beck Pete’s new single is a compelling preamble to her upcoming album
By Sophia Rooksberry | Sep. 12You don’t want to miss this innovative songwriter's soon-to-be-released album. Be sure to experience “Bite Down” in all of its imaginative glory.
How the emergence of “surprise songs” has affected the concert-going experience
By Brooke Phillips | Sep. 12Live music is more exciting than ever thanks to artists like Taylor Swift and 5 Seconds of Summer incorporating the “surprise song” trend into their setlists.
Artist Spotlight: Issa Rae is becoming Hollywood’s biggest star
By Grace Koennecke | Sep. 11The actress rose to fame in 2011 for her YouTube series, “Awkward Black Girl.”
Album Review: Tyler Childers lets us in on a heartfelt Appalachian story on new album
By William Troyer | Sep. 11Here are the four best songs from “Rustin’ in the Rain.”
Album Review: ‘GUTS’ by Olivia Rodrigo
By Arielle Lyons | Sep. 10“GUTS” is a solid sophomore album from Olivia Rodrigo.
Artist Spotlight: Kiki Holli revamps 80s-style love ballads for a modern age
By Sophia Rooksberry | Sep. 10The pop-fusing singer/songwriter 2019s new single “PRETTY BOYS” will be released on Sept. 20, and it is a must-listen.
Is This Too Niche? Art History 101
By Jada Fox and Zoe Duncan | Sep. 10Athens' favorite history podcast is back for season 2! Your favorite hosts will be taking you on a speedrun of their favorite subject: art history! Listen to Zoe and Jada fill you in on a variety of art historical styles, periods, and artists.
Artist Spotlight: Avant-garde musical duo SPELLES redefines dream pop with new single
By Sophia Rooksberry | Sep. 7"Holy Hells" affirms the band as one of the decade's most promising artists to watch.
Donkey Coffee provides a stage for talent
By Isabella Pedrera | Sep. 7Every Thursday, Donkey Coffee and Espresso hosts open mic nights. OU students and Athens locals are welcome to perform.
Depths of Music: Summer of Pop Punk
By Nicholas Kobe | Sep. 7This summer I got to see Paramore, (supported by Genesis Owusu and Bloc Party) and Fall Out Boy (supported by Carr, Royal The Serpent, and Bring Me The Horizon) on their respective 2023 tours. Today I’m comparing and going over these tours, telling so many stories and talking about all the pros and cons of these two massive shows.
A timeline of Bad Bunny and Kendall Jenner’s relationship
By Alyssa Cruz | Sep. 4The high-profile celebs sparked dating rumors in April and have been inseparable ever since.
Sophia Hoffman embraces the General Manager position at ACRN
By Sophia Rooksberry | Aug. 31The Ohio University junior shares her plans for the beloved student radio station this school year.
Artist Spotlight: Miranda Joan proves to be the future of soul-pop
By Sophia Rooksberry | Aug. 30The Canadian singer/songwriter has a new, but exciting, discography of songs which is made irresistible with the new addition.
Top songs of 2023 so far
By Grace Koennecke | Aug. 30See all the artists who have made a major impact on the music charts so far.
Everything to know about Dua Lipa’s new album
By Grace Koennecke | Aug. 28The artist’s last album “Future Nostalgia” dropped in 2020, integrating disco-pop into the mainstream again.
Album Review: ‘AUSTIN’ struggles to breakthrough to listeners
By Grace Koennecke | Aug. 8The singer’s fifth studio album via Mercury Records dropped July 28.
Students dish on their favorite sounds of the summer
By Grace Koennecke | Aug. 7From Jessie Ware to the “Barbie” soundtrack, students have found summer favorites that will last into the fall.
Starbrick Music Festival is ready to rock and roll this weekend
By Grace Koennecke | July 26Founded by Bernie Roell Jr. and his family, the new event will donate all proceeds to the Chris Roell TBI Foundation.
