Feature
Watching a beloved Smiths tribute perform at Cambridge MASH, Berry Bottrell considers what it means to have local music brought to you
Jack Marley delves into the art of study playlists, and argues Classical music is made for much more than background noise
Opinion
Giuilia Reche-Danese explores the hidden joys of music whose language you don’t speak
Opinion
Imaan Kashim explores how we can fairly treat and engage with complicated musicians
Playlist
We all love singing in the shower, and Ellie Buckley is here with the perfect playlist
Playlist
Celebrate Halfway Hall in style with this playlist, courtesy of Music editors Daisy and Ben
Playlist
Struggling to find the right music for Valentine’s? Varsity is here to help
Review
Ben Curtis reviews Cambridge’s newest music and art collective
From The Animals to Sam Fender, Eve Robson explores the many musical talents that call Newcastle home
Opinion
Giulia Reche-Danese reflects on how the songs we remember become part of who we are
Live Review
Natalie Tero interrogates how, at 83 years old, Bob Dylan’s farewell tour raises questions over whether he can still be “Forever Young” in the hearts of his fans
Opinion
Aymara Huidobro-Sealey asks whether Brat is a lipglossed takedown of the industry, or simply another of its products
Album Review
Chromakopia elicits a new kind of honesty from Tyler, the Creator, says Gemini McKee
Album review
Lara Pennell on Laura Marling’s latest album, and its reflections on motherhood
Playlist
Alice de Groot soundtracks the moods of a recently moved in student
Interview
Ava Fitzhugh in insightful conversation with Joan Armatrading on individuality, limits, and the power of love in music
Album Review
Fresh off the success of Charli XCX’s Guess, The Dare’s chaotic debut dissects modern nightlife — but is there a deeper truth lurking beneath the noise?
Sharleen Opia explores the past and present of Notting Hill Carnival’s sound systems
Album review
The Kennington native pioneers a new kind of rap on his first solo mixtape
Live Review
Classical fanatic Polly Almond converts her novice friend through Britain’s biggest classical event
Live Review
Oliver Cooney ditches last-minute revision to meet London rock band Sweet Unrest
Interview
Big Band Roulette divulge the unexpected benefits and complexities of a randomised band
Guide
Aniya Pramanik helps you find the perfect show to broaden your listening
Live Review
The duo performed evocative songs of love and mystery