Lil Yachty is moving to the big leagues. With a new, inter-genre album, the music artist is redefining his reputation, argues music columnist Rowan Gray CM ’26.
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Abbie on Aux: The resurgence of Miley Cyrus
You’ve likely heard Miley Cyrus’s new single “Flowers.” In light of this resurgence, music columnist Abbie Bobeck SC ’26 argues that Cyrus never went anywhere at all.
Selected ambient works: Dream-pop legends Beach House deliver on ‘Once Twice Melody’
“One Twice Melody” exemplifies the brilliance of Beach House by blending experimentation and consistency, writes music columnist Nicholas Black PO ’24.
‘Wait, What?’ Pomona professor’s latest album is a treatise on life and love
From Scarlett Johansson to Zoom romance, Pomona College professor Pierre Englebert’s third album — titled “Wait, What?” — contains a wide range of songs that show off his new music theory skills.
Strike a chord: Taylor Swift’s ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ highlights singer’s evolution
“Red (Taylor’s Version)” allows Swift to reconceptualize and reclaim her work, argues music columnist Ava Hinz SC ’25.
Lorde ushers in a new era with ‘Solar Power’
Lorde’s third album “Solar Power” marks a refreshing beginning of a happier Lorde, writes Barbara Norton PO ’25.
Strike a chord: Extravagant ‘Donda’ release exhibits a rebirth of artistry
Music columnist Ava Hinz SC ’25 explains how Kanye West’s unique release of “Donda” signals a possible shift away from traditional album releases.
Amped up: Lana Del Rey dreams of freedom from fame on ‘Chemtrails Over the Country Club’
“Chemtrails Over the Country Club” is a triumphant exploration of gray areas and an example of why we shouldn’t rely on political takes from celebrities, writes music columnist Mirabella Miller SC ’23.
Pitzer alum J.Lately releases new hip-hop album ‘Winnebago’
Pitzer alum and rapper J. Lately talks to TSL about his album “Winnebago,” his time at the 5Cs, personal freedom and following your passions.
‘A new musical life’: Pomona professor Pierre Englebert offers humor and personal stories in new album
“Back to Plan A” is an original album of nine songs composed by Pierre Englebert, a politics professor at Pomona College.