Since 1958, the Billboard Hot 100 has been the definitive chart gauging the biggest singles in the United States, with particular attention paid to the top 40 positions. Top 40 is so ingrained in music culture that an entire radio…
2016 Midyear Review: Best in Music
We’re already halfway through 2016, and in the first sixth months of year, we’ve the release of several albums that are shaping up to be remembered for years to come. We at the Young Folks asked some of our writers…
Music Review: Ariana Grande – “Dangerous Woman”
Ariana Grande crossed over into chart topping international superstar territory with her last album My Everything, and now that she’s shaken off the remnants of her Nickelodeon days, she’s back with her third studio album Dangerous Woman. After a long…
What’s New on the Pop Music Scene
The music scene has been buzzing with new music, appearances and tour announcements. I don’t know about you,but the Spring/Summer is the best time for song and album releases. Who doesn’t like new music to listen to while relaxing, soaking…
New(ish) Music Tuesdays: 4/5/16
Welcome to New(ish) Music Tuesdays, our monthly feature in which members of the TYF staff write about our favorite new songs. This week, we have six song recommendations from two different writers to fill your playlists with. Ryan Gibbs’ picks…
Watch Ariana Grande let her hair down in “Dangerous Woman” music video
Ariana Grande debuted her latest music video for “Dangerous Woman” late Wednesday night, and I say it’s definitely one of her sexiest videos yet. Titled “Visual 1” and directed by The Young Astronauts, the video features Grande in lacy black…
Five people that should guest star on Empire
It’s become vital to the show to have guest stars. At this point it’s still hard to tell if the unlimited amount of guest appearances will cause the downfall of Empire, but right now, it seems to be the only fun aspect of the show.