Op-Ed

Amanda Starling writes about her experience recording Angry Grrrl Music of the Indie Rock Persuasion at The Fest 17.

Bineet Kaur discusses how bands like Foxing set a positive example for blending philanthropy with opportunities in music.

The discussion of Kanye West is no longer on how he challenges nefarious politics. It's how his own nefarious politics are challenging everyone who once went to bat for him.

Although it's harder than ever to make money off of music, and musicians survive off the contributions of fans, Bineet Kaur is here to remind you that you don't have to drain your wallet to prove your fanship.

A lot can be learned about organizing for real social change from the work that helps small, independent musicians play shows in basements from coast to coast.

Chance The Rapper's Messiah-like persona was undermined when he pressured MTV News into pulling a piece of gentle criticism. This upcoming album cycle better not overlook that.

Although the accountability dialogue is finally changing the toxic behind-the-scenes culture of the industry, it's often missing a core component: teen voices. Emily Kitchin speaks to a handful of teens about feeling unsafe at shows and being unjustly relegated to poser-dom.

It’s rare that legal disputes between musicians gain a wider cultural and industry relevance. The “Blurred Lines” copyright lawsuit is one of those.

Eli Enis opens Pandora's box with this one, folks.

Every time Vince Staples criticizes the music press, the music press likes him more.

Sorority Noise's hiatus feels like a natural and necessary moment in the band's lifetime.

An essay on the commodification of "emo" and how 'Emo Nights' can be better.