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ALBUM REVIEW: EVERYONE’S A STAR - 5 Seconds of Summer
Article Contributed by Monica Soriano The Australian band 5 Seconds of Summer recently released their album ‘EVERYONE’S A STAR’ which is filled with expressive commentary, reflective tracks and an almost theatrical-esque feel for a few songs. Album Artwork by Brian Ziff If you’ve ever needed a recommendation for an album to play while you’re out on a late night drive - this is it. ‘EVERYONE’S A STAR’ by 5 Seconds of Summer is the perfect mix of melancholy, vibey tunes and lyr

Monica Soriano
Dec 10, 2025


Hot Take: Big Artists Need To Stop Booking Big Artists As Openers
Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt There is something magical about stepping into a venue early, grabbing a drink, and discovering an artist you have never heard of. That is the point of an opener. It is the spark before the headliner. It is where so many lifelong fans realize they just stumbled into their next obsession. Crowd at All Time Low in Detroit, MI - Photography by Laura Jean Portnoy (IG: @ljportnoy ) But somewhere along the way, major artists started treating openers

Rebecca McDevitt
Nov 16, 2025
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