At the end of each month, Afterglow presents a staff-picked list of new albums and singles that left an impression on our ears.
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If philosophers and Indie artists have one thing in common, it is this: they talk a whole lot about love. Explore all the facets of the innately human emotion by listening to these hits.
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CSNY’s “Ohio” boldly responded to the murder of four students on Kent State University’s campus by the Ohio National Guard at a May 4, 1970 protest of the Vietnam War.
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This modern retelling of “The Iliad” explores the friendship and eventual romance between Achilles and Patroclus. “Song of Achilles” inspires a playlist to follow their lives and love story, ending in just as much tragedy as the book itself.
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The 2019 Safdie brothers film is crammed with huge personalities, bigger bets, and anxiety-spiking decisions — and it’s got a score to match.
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Some cool, folksy blue jean blues for a refined soul with a refined wardrobe.
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Dearest readers, the time has come to discuss the musical diamonds of the Bridgerton season.
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The ‘70s British rock band Supertramp effortlessly combined genres, creating a legacy of pop melodies and lyrics that have stood the test of time.
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Can this tech unicorn become a necessity for independent creators? Or will Clubhouse profit off of artists without helping them?
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Divas, double standards, and discographies, oh my! There’s no place like the music industry.
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Practicing what most pop stars only preach, Zolita shamelessly conveys her Wiccan beliefs and queer, feminine prowess in her musical artistry.
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Ever since the Queen of Tejano music’s reign on ‘90s fashion, Selena has had us doing more than just the washing machine.
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Leather jackets are known for their versatility, but they have marked their territory as a staple fashion piece serving multiple generations of musicians.
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As one of the most popular religions of the ancient period, the Greek gods and goddesses remain cultural icons and can best be remembered through your favorite songs.
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It isn’t really finals season until you’re hopped up on caffeine in the library at 4:37 a.m. and blasting rock music into your eardrums at a volume so loud that you can definitely hear the fifth dimension.
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Lil Nas X uses religion against those who have used religion against him… and he has an army of young people to back him up.
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Afterglow chats with up-and-coming Chicago-based band The Knee-Hi’s about their genre-defying sound, current singles and upcoming album, and their advice for following your dreams.
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A film that has accumulated a cult following since its 1994 release, “The Crow” is an intense watch accompanied by a soundtrack that will not only leave watchers with their ears ringing, but also with the sudden urge to invest in leather pants.
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