Whether you were an earlier bird or late bloomer, no kid can escape the uncomfortable time around puberty. Luckily, we can look back in fondness with songs that bring up all the cringey memories.
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Some light and bright songs to pull into your orbit.
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The renowned singer-songwriter’s re-recorded version of her award-winning sophomore effort brings back memories of an old Taylor Swift while simultaneously telling the story of a new, freer version of herself.
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The Muslims took one one of the most beloved pop punk anthems of the late ‘90s and put their own political, punk rock spin on it.
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With new album Tickets to My Downfall, MGK attempts to change his reputation and improve his mental health.
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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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The Bristol-based band discusses creating music during a pandemic, their college selves, and the upcoming release of their sophomore album Swimming Static.
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From the dark, ethereal vocals that characterized much of her early music to the gritty, cyberpunk synths of her later work, Grimes’ creative expression is instantly recognizable. Afterglow reflects on the creative metamorphosis of Grimes by recreating her album artwork through photography.
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‘C’est la vie’ in song form, ‘90s hit “Bitter Sweet Symphony” carries a legacy as complicated as its sentiments.
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The Aries might be the “baby” of the zodiac, but they’re also number one.
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In 1973, Nobuko Miyamoto, alongside Chris Iijima and Charlie Chin, released the first Asian American album, dedicated to showcasing their perspectives of prominent social issues of their time. Several decades later, she has lived up to the precedent she helped set by releasing a fearless album devoted to highlighting just how little the U.S. has changed since then.
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Zach Person holds his album release show at Empire Garage on April 2nd with Black Torino and Cowboy Diplomacy.
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The buzzcut is more than just a hairstyle — it's an experience.
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Commodifying the Asian American experience is nothing new, but it’s time to find greater nuance in how we see ourselves beyond passivity.
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During preparations for the 2014 World Cup in São Paulo, Brazilians faced a harsh reality: their leaders’ loyalty to their country’s beloved sport overshadowed the needs of their own citizens.
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Lil Uzi Vert’s $24 million diamond implant shines light on hip-hop and rap’s intricate history of extravagance, flashy displays, and — most importantly — BLING.
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From our ears to yours, Afterglow Staffers compiled a list of Bandcamp-friendly indie artists who have been recently dominating our playlists.
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Listening to Hawaiian music not only helped me get closer to my mother, but provided me with a new outlook on life.
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