Music

by Meghan Breitberg   In the summer of 2024, Charli XCX released her sixth studio album, Brat, and the world lost its collective mind. The album was filled with songs showing Charli’s vulnerability within the industry, her relationships, and even her friends with songs like “Sympathy is a Knife” and

by Olivia McGuin   September 19-21 was my third time attending Riot Fest. The punk rock festival is something I look forward to annually and this year was extremely special to me. I got to attend with some of my close friends and fellow WONC members, and I got to

by Noah Redmond So many R&B artists are catching my attention as I dive into the scene. I’m already a fan of Erykah Badu and SZA, but since Culture Shock has been on the air, I’ve enjoyed music from LiBianca, Giveon, Victoria Monet and some debuting artists. I wanted to

by Dalton Mont   The McHenry Music Festival is an annual country music festival with some of the biggest names headlining. This year’s headliners were Sam Hunt, Slightly Stoopid, and Bailey Zimmerman. I was able to make it to two days of the festival: Friday for Sam Hunt and Sunday

by Jayden Lawrence   On January 24, 2025, sisters Nyrobi and Chaya Becket-Messam dropped their album, Rave Immortal, which reached #1 on the UK Rock and Metal Charts. I was given the opportunity to virtually interview this British rock band ultimately known as ALT BLK ERA. It was an honor

by Jayden Lawrence When Tupac Shakur died on September 13, 1996, the world lost something more than just a rapper; we were deprived of the willingness to continue fighting. Shakur played his last show, somewhat fittingly, at the House of Blues in West Hollywood, California, on July 4, 1996. In

by Rose Orrala   Sharing music invites others to explore our inner world. It reveals our values, personal tastes, experiences, and our emotional states. Music reflects our social and cultural backgrounds, playing a key role in shaping our identities. As a first generation Mexican American, I recognize the power that

by Jesse Hudgins   Life is crazy. There just isn’t a way to get around it. It can be difficult to get your thoughts out or even find something you can relate to. Luckily, Chicago artist Beach Bunny has you covered with their new LP Tunnel Vision. Beach Bunny has

by Jesse Hudgins   Chicago is full of great music. New music is constantly being released, and new bands are popping up consistently. On May 2nd, Chicago super-group Violets released their debut EP, adding to Chicago’s great repertoire. Violets consists of members of Blood People, The Methadones, and Naked Raygun.

by Jayden Lawrence Doechii delivered Alligator Bites Never Heal less than a year ago, and her work has already reached critical acclaim. More recently, her hit song, “Anxiety,” from her deluxe album debuted at No. 13 on the Billboard Top 100. Additionally, last week she jumped on the “Timeless” remix