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The songs I’ll be jamming out to when I’m cruising around BK, betches
Bushwick History: The area takes its name from the town the Dutch established in 1660, Boswijck, or “heavy woods,” according to the Encyclopedia of New York City. German immigrants arrived in the mid-1800s, and by the 1880s a string of breweries were thriving on a stretch known as Brewers’ Row. A Brooklyn-inspired playlist: Awolnation-Sail Charli XCX-HEARTBREAKS AND…
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24 Hour Challenge
Last week, a good friend challenged me to something interesting and terrifying. She asked if I could go 24 hours without listening to music and if yes, she would buy me a coffee. You probably realize by now that I’m addicted, so this was a challenge I wasn’t willing to accept but did anyway. I…
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Worthy of Note: Lana Del Rey
My sister said it right when she texted me, “Lana. Del. Rey.” There was no explanation needed. This was an artist on the rise I hadn’t just heard about but was urged to check out myself. Who is Lana Del Rey? Lana Del Rey is actually Elizabeth Woolridge Grant, a 26-year old American singer-songwriter who…
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Frustrate//Rejuvenate
Sexual assault victim Landen Gambill has been charged with a UNC-Chapel Hill Honor Code violation for speaking out against the man she says raped her. A wave of frustration has come from students, community members and families of those involved. After reflecting upon the recent frustrating events here, I realize none of this is OK.…
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Josh & Joseph Level
Joseph, I am writing to you in response to your recent loss of your brother Josh. “You and your family are in our hearts. Josh is gone but not forgotten. May he rest in peace.” –Aaron Dodson Mvt. 2 Sketch-Lost in the Trees Clair de Lune-Debussy 3AM (Acoustic Version)-Matchbox 20 The Violet Hour-The Civil Wars…
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In Your Earbuds
First and foremost, thank you for taking the time to read my blog. Consider it an ever-evolving, always-changing work in progress until I take off into success and start making a full-time living writing for myself. Ha! I am passionate about quite a few things in this life, but writing and music are two of the strongest.…
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Leah McCann Smith | Writer & Editor 