Laufey Captures the Essence of Young Adulthood

Laufey Captures the Essence of Young Adulthood

Janeth Gomez ’29gomezj96@lakeforest.eduStaff Writer Laufey’s latest album, “A Matter of Time,” sounds like the soundtrack to a romcom with the highs and lows of young heartbreak, one shaped by her background in classical music. She has won the hearts of millions through her music online, but her journey began in early childhood, influenced by her violinist mother and her violin professor grandfather. She first played violin at age four. Then, at the age of 15,…

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Sabrina Carpenter’s “Man’s Best Friend”

Sabrina Carpenter’s “Man’s Best Friend”

Melanie Mandelke ‘29mandelkem17@lakeforest.eduStaff Writer Sabrina Carpenter’s release of her seventh studio album was anticipated to be another album filled with iconic summer anthems, following her Grammy Award-winning “Short N’ Sweet.” The single “Manchild,” released in June, promised a continuation of Carpenter’s signature witty lyrics and catchy beats, along with a blend of pop and country influences. Fans loved it, and so did TikTok users, with the spread of a new line-dance-esque trend to the song….

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