Photos provided by Clara Franz and cover photo by Mary-Alex UCLA Radio’s Rising Artist Spotlight aims to highlight upcoming artists who have demonstrated unique creativity and talent through their music. Through interviews and features, we delve into their journey, influences, and aspirations, giving listeners a glimpse into the future of music. Clara Franz (@clarafrnz on…
This Valentine’s Day, UCLA Radio’s Digital Press team asked ourselves: What film comes to mind when we think “Valentine’s Day”? Whether you’re in the mood for love or sick at the thought of it — we’re lucky that our emotions have been cinematically captured for us to bask in. Ranging from heartwarming to heart-wrenching, we…
Photos by Ava Bozic Say She She embodies fabulousness — pairing space-age glamour with perfectly polished vocals and impeccably layered harmonies. Formed by classically trained singers — Piya Malik, Sabrina Cunningham, and Nya Brown — in Brooklyn, New York, they exude an excellence and passion for their craft that you don’t often encounter. My love…
Cover photo provided by Emma Rayder Emma Rayder (@ejrayder on Instagram) is a vintage fashion enthusiast and writer who has written for the likes of All Things Fashion Tech, Fashionista, Vogue Business, Teen Vogue, and more. She is interested in a plethora of topical fashion subjects, including AI, circular fashion, fashion tech, and resale. I…
Cover photo by Eden Eden is a vintage clothing curator and reseller who started on Depop and has since grown her business, Hold Dear, into a studio in New York City. I recently interviewed Eden on my radio show, Pita Chip Chat, which aired every Wednesday at 11 a.m. of Fall Quarter 2025 on uclaradio.com.…
Photos by Dylan Simmons Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival is an annual Los Angeles music festival from the mind of Tyler, the Creator. Founded back in 2012, the festival has expanded over the years in both the size of its lineup as well as its attendance, with musical creativity and self-expression always at its core. This…
Cover photo by Alyssa Wagner Alyssa Wagner is a fashion industry professional who founded Fashion Theory Magazine. I recently interviewed her on my radio show, Pita Chip Chat, which airs every Wednesday of Fall Quarter 2025 at 11 a.m. on uclaradio.com. To listen to the interview in full, check out @andmore.archive on Instagram, where all…
Photos by Ava Bozic Last week, I enjoyed a performance by Lexa Gates at the Fonda Theatre. She performed hits from her entire discography, including her newest album, Elite Vessel, released in 2024. Gates’s flow was unbelievably smooth and natural, exuding the poise she’s known for. She hinted at a new album and even played…
Cover photo by Camille Sarra Abigail Healing is a UCLA Marine Biology student and fashion designer who cares deeply about sustainability in fashion design and in her own brand, XYCLE, a wearable fashion line made from recycled plastic. During her time at UCLA, she has participated in design teams for three fashion shows, including Unravel…
Photos by Ava Bozic Cornelia Murr joins Matt Maltese on his current tour, Tour For You My Whole Life, which has introduced me to her incredible discography. Her newest album, Run to the Center, was released in February of this year and encapsulates the introspective, intimate nature of her music. Attending Matt Maltese with Cornelia…