THE ITHACAN

Review: Country album reflects on current politics

By Elijah de Castro • June 7, 2020

The Indigo Girls' latest album tackles the current political scene and growing up as an LGBT youth in the American south.

Review: Ballerini subverts country music norms

By Dylan Campbell • April 26, 2020

"kelsea" features empowering pop songs and old-school country with a feature from pop artistHalsey.

Review: “Miss Americana” is a self-driven narrative from Taylor Swift

By Thomas Machacz • February 11, 2020

The Netflix documentary “Miss Americana” is an exercise in public image. Throughout her now 14-year career, Taylor Swift has become an extremely divisive artist. Her fans have been vehement advocates...

Review: Singles for the week of 12/6

By Arleigh Rodgers • December 11, 2019

“Amnesia” Grace Carter Released Dec. 6 Polydor Records Grace Carter’s compelling vocals are the shining strength of “Amnesia.” Although the lyrics teeter on mundanity, the song is...

Review: Singles for the week of 11/15

By Arleigh Rodgers • November 20, 2019

“Watermelon Sugar” Harry Styles Released Nov. 17 Erskine Records Limited Styles’ honeyed vocals drive “Watermelon Sugar,” the impressive successor to his intoxicating “Lights...

Review: Singles for the week of 4/28

By Arleigh Rodgers, Staff Writer • April 28, 2019

ME! Taylor Swift, Brendon Urie Released April 26th, 2019 Taylor Swift Productions, Inc. Powerhouse pop artists Taylor Swift and Brendon Urie join forces in “ME!”, the snare drum-driven pre-summer...

Review: Singles for the week of 12/1

By Jake Leary, Life and Culture Editor • December 2, 2017

“Him & I” G-Eazy and Halsey Released Dec. 1 RCA Records Halsey’s perky pop style blends surprisingly well with G-Eazy’s raspier rap verses. Towards the middle of the song, G-Eazy’s...

Review: Singles for the week 11/3

By Jake Leary, Life and Culture Editor • November 4, 2017

After a week hiatus, Life and Culture Editor Jake Leary is back with reviews for the latest singles. “Call It What You Want” Taylor Swift Released Nov. 3 Big Machine Label Group It’s...

Review: Clarkson’s creativity and confidence shine

By Jake Leary, Life and Culture Editor • November 1, 2017

“Slow Dance,” is a standout hit. Steady, sweet and romantic, the song is a high school love story worthy of Taylor Swift.

Review: Singles for the week of 10/20

By Jake Leary, Life and Culture Editor • October 22, 2017

“Gorgeous” Taylor Swift Released Oct. 20 Big Machine Records “Gorgeous” is the third tease of Taylor Swift’s upcoming album, “Reputation.” Unlike the previous two singles,...

Review: Mayer searches for a new sound in his latest release

By Sam Fischer, Contributing Writer • March 7, 2017

It’s the combination of newer sounds with classic John Mayer ones that makes "The Search for Everything" a standout hit.

Review: Taylor Swift falls short on fourth album ‘Red’

By Benjii Maust, Staff Writer • October 24, 2012

Taylor Swift released her fourth studio album, "Red," with some new influences on the tracks.