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Beans Bops: Whats Brewing

Bean’s Bops: What’s Brewing

Emma Calnan February 17, 2022
What’s brewing you ask? Is it coffee, the Euphoria soundtrack, drama with Drake, or all of the above? Tune into Bean’s Bops to find out!
Montero: The Revolutionary LGBTQIA+ Album

Montero: The Revolutionary LGBTQIA+ Album

Zach Steward, Politics/Op-ed Editor February 16, 2022

What does it mean to be an icon? To be a change maker, to use what you do to uplift and empower marginalized communities? I’d argue that Lil Nas X is both of these, and that his debut album Montero serves...

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The perfect soundtrack for a mellow coffee hour

Amherst Wire Staff November 15, 2021
Coffee shops are some of the most comforting and relaxing places to visit. Here's some music recommendations for all coffee-lovers and anyone searching for some good, soft music.
Beans Bops: Concerts and Coldplay

Bean’s Bops: Concerts and Coldplay

Emma Calnan October 29, 2021
Host Emma Calnan reviews the latest concerts and albums from some of her favorite bands.
Cover of MONTERO

How Lil Nas X has impacted a resurgence in gay culture

Ethan Knell, Contributor October 18, 2021
Over the past few years, music stars in the LGBTQ+ community have made their presence felt more across the industry. As a result, Lil Nas X's legacy has grown tremendously and his fans are all in for it.

“Products of our time, reflections of ourselves”: UMCA exhibit displays Nicole Eisenman’s prints

Maddie Fabian, Writer October 14, 2021

  AMHERST - The University Museum of Contemporary Art (UMCA) at UMass Amherst currently features art by the internationally renowned artist Nicole Eisenman. It is the first UMCA exhibit open to...

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Wire Staff Playlist: The editing team shares their top-rated tunes

Amherst Wire Staff October 8, 2021
Featuring artists such as Billy Joel, Kehlani, Lil Nas X, and Frank Ocean, the latest collaborative playlist by the Amherst Wire Staff is definitely worth a listen.
Donda vs. Certified Lover Boy: Drake and Kanye West go head-to-head with new releases

Donda vs. Certified Lover Boy: Drake and Kanye West go head-to-head with new releases

Ethan Knell, Contributor October 3, 2021
The two highly-praised artists clash against one another after a summer of rumors and anticipation from the public.
Beans Bops: Pilot

Bean’s Bops: Pilot

Emma Calnan October 1, 2021
Emma Calnan recaps the best and worst of the summer releases in her pilot episode.
Promotional image for Lalisa. Cred. YG Entertainment.

BLACKPINK’s Lisa releases solo debut

Isabel Guilmette, Managing Editor September 11, 2021

“Lalisa,” the debut single album of BLACKPINK member Lalisa Manoban, more commonly known by her stage name Lisa, released midnight on Sept. 10, along with the music video for it’s title track.   This...

Goons Talk Tunes: Last episode of the semester

Goons Talk Tunes: Last episode of the semester

Nick Contardo and Emma Calnan May 3, 2021
Tune in for Nick and Emma's favorite SoundCloud picks.
Remix Cover (TheWeekndVEVO)

The Weeknd’s “Save Your Tears (Remix)” feat. Ariana Grande: The continuation of an ideal collaboration

Sean Dunham, Music Entertainment Editor April 25, 2021
A simple, yet captivating music video highlights the song’s release.
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