Billie Eilish walked into the Wall Street Journal Innovator Awards on Oct. 29 to receive an award for her climate and social justice advocacy. She walked out as the center of an internet firestorm.

"I think the sound that came out of me was like a wounded animal or something," said Florence Welch, frontwoman of Florence + The Machine, describing the aftermath of a near-death experience and the subsequent medical procedure that saved her life.

It’s not often that PETA and conservatives find themselves on the same side of a political controversy. In fact, precisely 15 years have passed since the last time this occurred.

With the release of their brand new landmark album Getting Killed, Brooklyn’s very own Geese has brought the Big Apple back to the forefront of modern rock.

Getting labeled as a virgin might sound like a humiliation ritual, but for The Rocky Horror Picture Show attendees, it's a rite of passage.

In a year of thrilling dramas like Severance and Yellowjackets, in addition to the comedic masterpieces of Nathan Fielder’s The Rehearsal and Danny McBride’s The Righteous Gemstones, Tim Robinson’s new series The Chair Company blindsided me.

The Georgetown University Art Galleries, tucked away in the Walsh building on South Campus, host semester-long exhibitions in their two gallery spaces. This fall, the flagship Maria & Alberto de la Cruz Art Gallery displays recent work of McArthur Binion in Notes on Form (Intimate Structures), and the Lucille M. & Richard F. X. Spagnuolo Gallery displays Lorraine O’Grady’s Miscegenated Family Album (1980/1994).

Despite their names, Geese and Dove are the most human artists playing today. No more than a few steps inside the 9:30 Club, we were met with a sea of fans flooding the venue. Many were quick to converse, making even the most awkwardly packed-in attendee fit in. Some had paid hundreds of dollars or traveled far distances to make it to this show. This concert even became a major talking point in the ever-growing discussion about the absurdity of resale prices. After their mas

On Oct. 23, Indigo de Souza brought her Precipice Tour to the 9:30 Club, joined by Landon George on bass, Lila Richardson on drums, and Mike Johnson on guitar and keys. The night began with opener Mothé, who later joined de Souza on stage for their joint song “Serious” (2025). Their friendship was palpable, setting a relaxed tone that carried throughout the evening. The audience, a lively mix of ages, buzzed with excitement, ready to sing, dance, and connect with de Souza. T

“So you say I’ve got a funny face,” croons MJ Lenderman as harsh guitars give way to softer melodies at the start of “Wristwatch” (2024).

While the setlist covered both new and old material, it was clear that many audience members were less familiar with the band’s newer songs. Still, when the opening notes of “Little Talks” and “Dirty Paws” began, the entire venue came alive. The voices of the crowd joined as one, echoing back lyrics that defined a generation of indie music lovers.

Big Thief performed at The Anthem Saturday, Oct. 25 as part of their Somersault Slide 360 Tour, which highlights their 2025 album Double Infinity.

“At this point, I can confidently say she is greedy. I can also confidently say the music is so good that I’ll never stop giving her my money.” Olivia Baisier (CAS ’24), a former INDY editor, wrote this two years ago in an article titled “Money, Power, Glory: Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour.”

Is the final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty highbrow entertainment? Well, no. But even the most cynical viewer has to admit—it’s compelling.

Have you ever woken up and wanted to scream but made no noise? Or have you ever been interested in closing your eyes and sprinting through a treeless forest? If you or someone you know has ever experienced these symptoms, consider listening to Death Grips, the only known cure for this dire situation.