Music
“Norman Fucking Rockwell!” Is a Case Study in Political Apathy
Aside from a smattering of references to the counterculture movement of the 1960s and ’70s, Norman Fucking Rockwell! appears to have little to no meaningful connection to its namesake’s work.
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Me Who?: Debbie Harry’s “Face It” and the Challenge of Addressing Outmoded Rape Narratives
The urge to superimpose the cultural context of today on the difficult truths of the past risks erasing them.
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What Critiques of Normani Reveal about Racist Expectations of Black Women Artists
Music critics and listeners alike give Black pop stars hell—especially when they’re women.
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BitchTapes: Anti-Fascist Heavy Metal Tunes
Metal is too good for Nazis and there are a growing number of artists who agree.
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Cruel Bummer: “Lover” Is an Odd Litmus Test for Taylor Swift’s Politics
Taylor Swift is turning 30 in December, so it’s no surprise that she’s released an album that feels more authentic and honest than her previous two.
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A New Wave of High-Femme Pop Stars Are Queering the Girl Group
Sateen is moving the girl group away from hints and subtext toward an aesthetic and musical style that’s unmistakably queer, trans-positive, and staunchly pro-girl.
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Knee-Jerk Biphobia: What Responses to Miley Cyrus’s Breakup Say about Queer Erasure
Miley Cyrus isn’t “back” just because she’s dating a woman. She’s always been queer.
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BitchTapes: Southern Gothic Glamour
Throw a pinch of salt over your shoulder, turn your face to the moon, and check out Nichole Perkins’s playlist—the perfect Southern gothic soundtrack.
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Straight Capitalism, No Chaser: Brands Are Butting into “Hot Girl Summer” to Make a Quick Buck
As the phrase #HotGirlSummer has gained visibility, an onslaught of brands attempting to commodify Megan Thee Stallion’s lifestyle.
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