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The Body as a Stage for Fashion

Imagining the Met Gala through a Musical Lens By Kylie Grebinar Graphic by Zoe Lyko Each May, musicians and other stars walk the stairs of the Met Gala, each representing a designer and paying homage to their personal style. This year, the exhibition focuses on costume art, with an emphasis on the relationship between fashion and the human form. This concept highlights three main facets of this relationship: bodies omnipresent in art (nude form), overlooked bodies (pregnant o

Kylie Grebinar

Apr 293 min read

As I Drive (or walk) Home Alone…

Does Music Help or Hurt Our Heartbreak? By Gianna Ucci Every Saturday night, just before the city goes to sleep, I find myself walking home after a night with my friends—with the city in front of me and my headphones on. I see people leaving the library late, couples going home together, friends trying desperately to “call it a night,” yet despite the lives surrounding me, I find myself feeling more alone. “Superstar” by the Carpenters plays as I cross the street, and I beg

Gianna Ucci

Apr 223 min read

The Music Industry is Safe From AI

Music’s Human Quality is Why We Love It By Ava Wiseley Graphic by Sisi Chen Since its release in November 2022, ChatGPT and other forms of generative AI have taken the world by storm. AI has infiltrated nearly every industry, leaving almost no exception. In the music industry, AI is used for a multitude of tasks, including analyzing trend data, planning tours, and creating personalized playlists on streaming services. While those who are fully against AI might frown upon

Ava Wiseley

Apr 82 min read

Diving into DJing

DJing is on the rise among celebrities, students, and people in the electronic music scene alike. Is it just a trend, or is it paving the way for a new era of music production? By Olivia Prieto Photograph by Olivia Thornton It seems that in the past year or so, more and more people have garnered an interest in DJing. With social media influencers such as Tara Yummy and Vanillamace hosting their own DJ sets and tours , as well as a new found popularity of many techno artists

Olivia Prieto

Apr 13 min read

Five of Boston’s Best Music Venues

An Avid Concertgoer’s Top Concert Spots By Ava Wiseley Photograph by Julien Pedro Boston has a vibrant music scene with a multitude of venues that host everything from small local bands to national touring acts. As an indie music lover and avid concertgoer, I’ve been to many of these venues multiple times. Here are the five that stand out to me. House of Blues Located on Lansdowne Street next to Fenway Park, the House of Blues is one of the city’s most quintessential venues.

Ava Wiseley

Mar 183 min read

Setting the Vibe

The Niche Science Behind the Monthly Playlist By Gianna Ucci Graphic by Yeyoung Jang What started the trend of trying to make music predict our futures?Since January 1, 2023, I have found myself dedicating the first day of every month to sitting at my desk, my bed, or anywhere with internet access, opening my laptop to Spotify, and creating a playlist titled “Current Month, Current Year.” A friend of mine once told me she liked making monthly playlists, not only to provide a

Gianna Ucci

Mar 42 min read

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