EDITORIAL | Penny

Apr 1

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

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

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 9

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

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

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 8

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 18, 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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