THE blog

2025 was a superb year for music, but could 2026 be even better? It’s no secret that a handful of superstar artists are slated to drop highly anticipated projects in the coming months, but just in case you forgot, let’s touch on this year's lineup of confirmed albums.

Another year has gone by, and that means that another year for music has come to an end. Many people thought 2024 was the biggest year for music in the 2020’s, but 2025 has been just as packed with albums that changed the music scene for the better. 

It’s that time! The snow has begun to fall, holiday decorations are up and it’s that point in the year where everyone feels a little extra generous. That’s why Movin’ On is launching its renewed Giving Tuesday campaign!  Giving Tuesday is a global movement that encourages people to give back and donate on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.  This year, Movin’ On is collaborating with Penn State Giving Tuesday, Raise Penn State, and Penn State Student Philanthropy to finalize the

Grammys season is officially upon us!  The nominees for the 2026 Grammy Awards have been announced.

Olivia Dean has broken through the music atmosphere with her sophomore album The Art of Loving. She released The Art of Loving on September 26th of this year, which was already a big day in music for new albums with Doja Cat dropping Vie , Zara Larsson dropping Midnight Sun , and Mariah Carey dropping Here For It All, but Dean’s album took the music world by surprise.  Many would mark her big “break” as the release of The Art of Loving , but her art has been remarkable all th

Everyone loves Fridays.  For college students like myself, they mark the end of the work week, providing a deep sigh of relief knowing we have roughly 48 hours of minimal responsibilities. The start of the weekend is always appealing, but as a music lover, my anticipation for Fridays begins long before the day arrives. As Thursday night fades into the early hours of Friday morning, I ditch my sleep schedule, plug my AirPods in, and wait for one thing. New Music Friday.  Major

So picture this: I am walking around downtown and decide to J-walk, as I often do, but my music is playing too loud and I don’t see the White Loop coming straight for me. The next thing I know I wake up in the hospital, with no memories. I ask all of you to please play this playlist because I need to hear these songs for the first time again. 

Taylor Swift has broken even more records.  Taylor Swift released her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, on October 3rd and it has already broken records previously held by none other than Taylor Swift herself. The album references her time on tour, her relationship and engagement with Travis Kelce, and moments from her personal and private life. 

Bad Bunny has been named the headlining artist for Super Bowl LX Halftime Show!

This year’s LightsUp, hosted by the SPA Concerts Committee and Movin’ On, features performances from student performers Tuck&Roll, Just, and KONDÉ, as well as headliner Quavo. Today, learn all about the alternative-hip-hop rapper kicking off LightsUp 2025: Abhi The Nomad.

It’s that time of year again: students are back on campus, the Target line is 30 minutes long and the weather is getting a little colder....

Taylor Swift Confirms 12th Album The Life of a Showgirl

Every year, artists aim to release a song so good it becomes the soundtrack of the summer. To earn the title of “song of the summer,” it needs to lift listeners’ moods, make them want to dance, and go viral across social media platforms.

Summer is the time for relaxing by the pool, trips to the beach and listening to your favorite songs live at a festival. Summer is the perfect time to tour and perform because so many people are on break from school and the weather is just amazing at night for the headliners. 

Summer is the prime concert season. Artists travel the world to meet fans, show off their latest hits and wow the world with their stage presence. So, this summer, in between catching up on Love Island, deep cleaning your apartment and taking summer classes, find a concert near you to let loose at. Here are some of the best concerts to hit the stage this summer!

Queer musicians have long been trailblazers in sound, style, and storytelling and today is no different. Here are five rising LGBTQ+ artists you should have on your radar this year.

Movin’ On’s 50th Anniversary is this Friday. Before you make your way to the IM Fields on May 2nd, here are some things for you to know about the event.

Coachella Sweeped the nation once again for 2025. With everyone glued to their phones to see clips of the performers, tune into their favorite vloggers videos from the weekend or to go themselves. Coachella truly offers everyone something to look forward to. So, here are some of the highlights from the two weekends. 

With the release of Lady Gaga’s new album, Mayhem, fans—new and old—are excited for this new era of the iconic artist. Taking inspiration from past albums, as well as some new ideas, Gaga has raised the bar once again for the pop scene.

Dressing up for concerts is one of the best parts about attending them in my opinion. There truly is nothing like planning, buying and executing the outfit of your dreams at the concert of your dreams.