My Time Living in New York: By Concert
Since moving to NYC in August, Erin C. has been to a few shows. Check out her recap here!
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Spotlighting the Changing Music Industry
- Sep 11, 2022
Revisiting my Adolescence via my First My Chemical Romance Concert: A Live Review
Erin C. reflects on the long-awaited MCR live experience via this new concert write-up.
- Aug 7, 2022
Who I'm Excited to See at Frantic City: An Official Festival Preview
Giliann lists the artists she's most excited to see at Frantic City Festival next month!
- Jul 14, 2022
Who I’m Excited To See At Pitchfork 2022 - Official Festival Preview
Ahead of this weekend's Pitchfork Festival, Erin D. listed five artists she's excited to see! Stay tuned for more coverage!
- May 25, 2022
Behind Sizzy Rocket's Queer Anthem "Rebel Revolution" - A Penny Exclusive
Check out exclusive behind-the-scenes photos from the making of Sizzy Rocket's newest single!
- May 15, 2022
Penny 2.2 Preview: Sunflower Bean - Synthesizing a Schizophrenic Headrush on 'Headful of Sugar'
Sunflower Bean is featured in Penny Issue 2.2! Read a preview of Isabel's piece about the band now!
- May 15, 2022
Just Mustard Stun with 'Heart Under' - An Issue 2.2 Preview
Just Mustard is featured in the next Penny print issue - check out the issue preview now!
- May 9, 2022
Penny Release Radar: 2022 Albums We're Looking Forward To
Check out key singles from the 2022 records we're looking forward to hearing in full!
- Apr 18, 2022
Snail Mail in Boston: Through The Years
In this new editorial, Erin C. examined her coverage of Snail Mail's shows in Boston over the past four years.
- Jan 23, 2022
A Band You Need to Know: Wet Leg
Dylan examines the appeal of one of the newest additions to the "British guitar music scene," Wet Leg.
- Jan 15, 2022
Mi Gente: Latin Punk in the United States and Beyond
Carly takes a deep-dive into the monumentally influential history of Latin Punk, covering bands such as The Bags and The Zeros.
- Jan 11, 2022
Gender and Music: Featuring Boston Musicians Alana Amore and Damali Willingham
Caroline spoke with Boston musicians Alana Amore + Damali Willingham about their experiences as Black queer musicians in this new editorial.
- Jan 4, 2022
Celebrating 43 Years of ESG: The Most Sampled Group of All Time
Isabel breaks down the career and impact of incomparable NYC funk rock group ESG in this new editorial.
- Dec 13, 2021
A Summary of Penny's Spotify Wrapped
We compiled our Spotify Wrapped data to compare our results. What were your's?
- Oct 2, 2021
A Recap: Pitchfork Festival 2021
Erin D. spent three days at this year's Pitchfork Fest in Chicago - check out her recap here!
- Sep 8, 2021
Who I'm Excited to See at Pitchfork Fest: Phoebe Bridgers, Yves Tumor, Bartees Strange, and More
Erin D. is attending Pitchfork Fest this weekend — check out a list of the artists she's most pumped to see!
- Sep 7, 2021
I Wanna Be Your Julian Ramone: Reflecting on My Teen Strokes Fandom
Isabel took a look at her past fixation on The Stroke in this new personal essay.
- Jun 26, 2021
Phoebe Bridgers' 'Punisher' in Retrospect
Sarah returned to Phoebe Bridgers' hit album, Punisher, to write her take on its impact, one year after its release.
- Apr 1, 2021
A Love Letter to Billie Eilish
In the most recent addition to the Love Letter series, Meg addresses Billie Eilish and her resilience in the face of criticism. Read here!
- Mar 31, 2021
A Love Letter to Florence Welch
As part of Penny's ongoing Love Letter series, Erin D. wrote a letter to the ever-iconic Florence Welch. Read it here!
- Mar 17, 2021
Remembering Our Last Concerts, One Year Later
Roughly one year since the start of the pandemic, the Penny team recalls the last concerts they attended.
- Mar 8, 2021
A Love Letter to Ashe
In the first letter of the Love Letter series (prompted by International Women's Month), Maans addresses Ashe.
- Jan 21, 2021
Boston Shreds: A Listicle Highlighting Local Artists
For this article, Erin C. crowdsourced to compile a listicle of Boston artists that are deserving of recognition.
- Jan 12, 2021
Soundtrack of my Life
In this editorial piece, Alexandra takes a look at the different types of music she was into during various stages of her life.
- Jan 7, 2021
Being a Music Journalist While Being Disgusted with the Industry
(TW!) In this op-ed, Erin C. tackles her mixed emotions regarding being a music journalist.
- Dec 31, 2020
My Big Sister, Marina
Read Giliann's account of growing up with Marina here!
- Nov 17, 2020
Great Scott Lives
The Boston music community reminisces on the times they had at the venue Great Scott following its closure earlier this year.
- Nov 4, 2020
Adapting to a concert-free Atmosphere
Without live shows, artists, fans, and show promoters have attempted to adapt.
- Oct 20, 2020
Overcoming Quarantine Qualms: Creating Amidst A Pandemic
Despite the pandemic’s devastating effects on the music industry, musicians have turned their situation around and learned to adapt.
- Oct 1, 2020
Boston's Pandemic-Ravaged Venue Landscape
In Boston and across the globe, live venues have remained empty since the pandemic began.
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