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Review: Olivia Rodrigo explores adulthood, regret and heartbreak on ‘GUTS’

Review: Olivia Rodrigo explores adulthood, regret and heartbreak on ‘GUTS’

Emily Chung, news staff October 6, 2023

From sad girl to angry punk-rocker, Olivia Rodrigo’s sophomore album “GUTS” explores the journey from girlhood to adulthood through angsty lyrics and hard-hitting instrumentals. The album, released Sept. 8, was highly anticipated following the singer’s debut success,...

Taylor Swift won an astounding 9 awards at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards. The pop sensation has now earned 23 of these trophies across her career.

Taylor Swift sweeps 2023 MTV Video Music Awards

Jethro R. Lee, news staff October 5, 2023

Taylor Swift made history Sept. 12 by winning nine out of the 11 MTV Music Awards she was nominated for. She received nominations for Video of the Year, Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Pop, Best Direction, Best Cinematography, Best Visual Effects, Best Editing, Show...

Audience members are treated to a student's vocal performance. Performing at the LMA Open Mic Night required no prior on-stage experience.

LMA’s Open Mic Night fosters community, Northeastern talent

Annelise Dramm, news correspondent October 4, 2023

Bathed in the deep purple lights of AfterHours Sept. 20, palpable excitement grew from both the audience and performers of the Live Music Association’s, or LMA’s, Open Mic Night.   In the unique spirit of an open mic night, there was a sense that the event fostered a...

Big Sosa performs a high-energy set “for the girls.” Sosa’s backup dancers, wearing shirts that read “RECOVERING SINNERS CLUB,” handed out matching shirts and goodies during her set. “I feel blessed, I feel amazing, I feel loved and I’m just ready to keep ripping this shit, honestly,” Big Sosa said after her win in her first matchup.

Boston battle rap finds its home in the Chamber

Aiden Stein, photo staff October 3, 2023

Eight rappers entered; one walked out the Grandmaster of the Chamber, a burgeoning new gauntlet for Boston’s performing artists. After eight previous Chambers of buildup and 64 artists competing, these eight weathered battle rappers took to the stage at Hibernian Hall on Sept....

Eve Gujral and Sofia Núñez perform a duet together. The "So Big, So Small" cabaret event hosted by NU Stage gave new members the opportunity to get involved by pairing up with a senior member of the club.

‘So Big, So Small’ proves an exhilarating performance night for NU Stage members old and new

Aya Pfeufer, news correspondent October 2, 2023

“So Big, So Small,” a cabaret event where first-year, fourth-year and fifth-year members of NU Stage came together to support one another and perform short, creative acts, was a resounding success in AfterHours Sept. 22. As NUStage members started their acts, many audience...

A biker goes under a white balloon arch and smiles for a photo next to a “Welcome to Fluff Fest” sign. Union Square has hosted this event for the past 18 years and encourages all of Somerville Avenue to celebrate.

18th annual Fluff Festival sweetens the day with marshmallow activities, food

Margot Murphy, photo correspondent September 30, 2023

Despite a consistent downpour and puddles along the street, the What the Fluff? Festival commenced its 18th annual event Sept. 26. Lasting from the afternoon to evening, attendees enjoyed an array of confectioneries and activities on the streets of Union Square in Somerville.  When...

Hozier performs under the colorful lights of the set. His two night show in Boston was part of the 'Unreal Unearth' tour.

Review: Hozier bares his roots in ‘Unreal Unearth’ tour

Marta Hill, editor-at-large September 28, 2023

Saturday’s weather was wet and gloomy, but one would never guess that from the energy of the crowd in the Leader Bank Pavillion down by Boston Harbor. Decked out in raincoats and blankets, thousands of fans filed into their seats for Hozier’s second night in Boston as...

CupcakKe performs on stage for an energized crowd of Northeastern students. The performance was the main event of the Common Cents Fest.

Diversity and dance dominate Common Cents Music Fest

Madeline Harris, news correspondent September 22, 2023

The highly anticipated Common Cents Fest, held in Centennial Common on the evening of Sept. 17, was a thrilling celebration of diversity and dance, serving as a powerful start to the 2023-24 academic year. Headlined by the ultra-confident rap persona CupcakKe alongside...

Review: Mitski’s artistic ‘The Land is Inhospitable and So Are We’ gives listeners a lot to unpack

Review: Mitski’s artistic ‘The Land is Inhospitable and So Are We’ gives listeners a lot to unpack

Sarah Popeck, news staff September 21, 2023

Mitski Miyawaki dropped her newest heart-wrenching album Sept. 15 titled “The Land is Inhospitable and So Are We,” and it is stunningly beautiful. Following the legacy of her past discography, the writer sticks to her pessimistic-toned roots with painstaking imagery. Known...

A huge crowd is seen walking down Newbury Street. Sunday’s Open Newbury Street event attracted thousands of people.

Open Newbury Street builds strength in community and local businesses

Patrick O’Neal, photo staff September 20, 2023

Every Sunday throughout the summer and fall, Newbury Street is closed to all vehicle traffic and becomes a pedestrian walkway, allowing local musicians, businesses and restaurants to turn the roadway into a lively hub for shopping, dining and entertainment.  The weekly closure,...

Taylor Swift hosted the first concert of her Eras Tour March 17 in Glendale, Arizona. Swift has not gone on a tour since 2018 for her album “Reputation” as a result of the pandemic.

Swifties cannot wait for ‘Eras Tour’ to come to Massachusetts

Jethro R. Lee, news staff April 9, 2023

Legendary artist Taylor Swift hosted the first concert of her Eras Tour March 17 in Glendale, Arizona. Swift has not gone on a tour since 2018 for her album “Reputation” due to the cancellation of the 2020 “Lover Fest” tour as a result of the pandemic.  The Eras Tour...

This cartoon by Bjenny Montero inspired Steve Kurz's professional moniker Keyboard Dog. Kurz discovered the drawing in spring of 2020, around the same time he started to pursue a music career.

Keyboard Dog is Northeastern’s rising star

Emily Chung, news correspondent April 3, 2023

Steve Kurz’s music career started with a doodle.  In spring 2020, the singer-songwriter came across a cartoon by artist Bjenny Montero depicting a dog playing an electronic keyboard on the ground, with colorful thought bubbles coming from his head. Thus, Keyboard Dog was...