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The Return of the Music Video

Mar 31, 2026 | Blogs, feature

The reaction to the music video for “Stateside” by PinkPantheress, featuring Zara Larsson, had me thinking: are we in a new era for music videos? After its release, I saw a complete wealth of fan edits, commentary, and clips of the video circulating on my TikTok “For...

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Subculture Studies, Vol. 3 – Queercore

Apr 15, 2026 | Blogs, Columns, Subculture Studies

By the mid-1980s, queer life in North America was collapsing. The AIDS epidemic tore through communities at an unprecedented rate, while the Reagan administration refused to respond in an effective manner due to social stigma. At the same time, this stigma overflowed...

I Declare You Stoked: Sublime announces new record “Until the Sun Explodes”

Apr 13, 2026 | Blogs, news

Yes, the robins have been singing and the cherry blossoms are blooming but the true sign that summer is coming is the announcement of a brand new Sublime album. The pride of Long Beach reunited last year with original drummer Bud Gaugh and bassist Eric Wilson, fronted...

Carter’s Classics, Vol. 5 – “Exmilitary”

Apr 12, 2026 | Blogs, Carter's Classics, Columns

Somewhere in Sacramento, Stefan Burnett paced down a workplace hallway wearing all black and a gas mask. He tested every door, with his friend Zach Hill on his tail, recording him for a music video. Eventually a door opened, and an empty printing room sat there. A...

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Concert Preview: Wallice @ The Atlantis on 4/15

Apr 7, 2026 | Concert Previews, In the Press

The U Street Corridor plays host to some of the city’s best music venues – The Lincoln Theatre, The 9:30 Club, and the live music fanatic-favorite, The Atlantis. Nestled behind the iconic 9:30 Club, The Atlantis has embraced its role as a smaller venue that plays host...

Concert Preview: Alice Phoebe Lou @ Lincoln Theater on 4/15

Apr 6, 2026 | Concert Previews, In the Press

Alice Phoebe Lou (of Strongboi) is finally gracing D.C. with her presence!! On April 5, Lou will be stopping in town to do a show at the Lincoln Theater. She’s an independent artist with a very soft, intimate sound, blending indie, jazz, blues, and folk influences...

Concert Review: BENEE @

Apr 1, 2026 | Concert Reviews, In the Press

When New Zealand-born singer BENEE stepped out onto the stage in a Wednesday Addams-esque, quirky and eccentric, black and white outfit, the crowd roared with excitement. I was both buzzing with anticipation for the amazing performance I was about to witness and very...