Portfolio

This portfolio consists of my best-published work; 

Including interviews and articles based on media, pop culture & music I have completed via The Knockturnal, Arts Management Magazine and HerCampusPace. 

A Conversation with Omar Apollo: Refreshing Summer Drinks and Artistic Inspiration

As the season of sunshine, beach waves, and traveling comes around the corner, one must be prepared for the inevitable drink of choice to elevate the summer season. The Knockturnal had the chance to sit down with the fantastic singer-songwriter and beloved musician Omar Apollo, to talk about his latest collaboration with Buchanan’s Scotch Whiskey, as well as dive into his artistic integrity, successes, touring, and fan experiences.

Buchanan’s Pineapple carries a refreshing twist on summer drink

Rising Star: Olivia Dean’s Magical NYC Debut

In advance of her debut album, Messy, Olivia Dean played a show at New York City’s infamous Le Poisson Rouge, in the heart of the West Village, on the 15th of June. This show marked a significant milestone for the up-and-coming artist, as the performance was her first in the United States.

Olivia’s magnetic and silky sound comes from across the pond, as she was born and raised in London, England. The 24-year-old soul powerhouse has released three E.P.s in advance of her first album; Ok Love You

Exclusive Interview: Big Time Rush's 'Another Life' - Insights on Their Return and Artistic Journey

After nearly a decade, the beloved band Big Time Rush has announced the highly anticipated release of their fourth album, ‘Another Life.’

Big Time Rush has secured their status as a household name, captivating a devoted fan base that has grown alongside them.

The musical group, comprising members Kendall Schmidt, Logan Henderson, James Maslow, and Carlos PenaVega, began their journey on the self-titled Nickelodeon television show, airing in 2009. Following a seven-year hiatus in 2014, the grou

New Rules: An Exclusive Interview on Artistic Evolution, Fan Engagement, & Musical Journey

Formed in 2019, comprising musicians Alec McGarry, Nathan Lambert, and Ryan Meaney began their musical journey as New Rules. Within the last four years, the band’s shared passion and dedication to music has made them the artist to watch and driven them to the spotlight, leaving audiences, fans, and perhaps locals walking on the streets of London where they’ve busked amazed and intrigued.

The trio had initially met online before meeting in London to begin their musical journey as they introduced

From TikTok to Touring - An Exclusive Interview with JAX on Music, the 'Escape' Remix, and Malibu Collaboration

If you’ve been scrolling on TikTok in any capacity over the last three years, chances are you’ve come across Jax, a talented pop singer-songwriter who also became a social media sensation overnight.

The Knockturnal sat down with the singer-songwriter to discuss all things music related, as well as touching on her upcoming support tour for Big Time Rush’s “Can’t Get Enough Tour” and her collaboration with Malibu for the “Escape (The Piña Colada song) remix.

Malibu’s collaboration with Jax reign

Allison Ponthier's Captivating Performance at 'The Panorama Tour'

Allison Ponthier’s electrifying set lit up the audience from the first chord as her euphoric energy filled the room.

Ponthier joined forces as a supporting act alongside the beloved Hayley Kiyoko for the second half of her US leg for “The Panorama Tour.” Last week, The Knockturnal had the privilege of witnessing the remarkable artist take the stage for an unforgettable performance on the second evening of shows at Irving Plaza.

The Texas native, now Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter, left the a

Introducing Alicia Creti & Her Musical Might: An Interview

This past Friday, R&B/pop singer-songwriter, Alicia Creti released her first standalone single, “Strange”. Born in Montreal, Canada, Creti has recently been signed to Atlantic Records and since then has been on a roll of releasing powerful music.

The talented 24-year-old has gained mass media attention within the last few years and has sustained an online presence through the covers of artists such as Kehlani, SZA and more. Alicia’s music is refreshing and vulnerable yet compelling with an edge

Spotlight: A Conversation With Izzy Bisges

If you’re looking for a new content creator and storyteller, you’ve come to the right place.

Meet Izzy Bisges: a storyteller, entrepreneur, student, and content creator. With a growing audience of over 3,000 subscribers on YouTube, where she documents and uploads her life, and a whopping following of over 32,000 followers on TikTok, Izzy has become a comfort for viewers, where young people choose to romanticize life while on our journey of achieving our goals.

Izzy is completing her master’s d

Prateek Kuhad's Electrifying Debut at The Sultan Room

Singer-songwriter Prateek Kuhad’s extraordinary talent and musical brilliance took center stage as he celebrated the highly anticipated release of his Elektra Records debut, ‘The Way Lovers Do,’ with an unforgettable performance at The Sultan Room in Brooklyn, NYC, last Monday.

Kuhad signed with Elektra Records back in October 2020. He achieved a significant milestone by signing with Elektra, making him the first Indian artist to join the prestigious label. As Rolling Stone India would call him

An Ode To Independent Artists: The 1975 at Gorilla

Picture this: After putting on your American Apparel tennis skirt with a plaid flannel around your waist, you head to a small venue pub in England to see your favorite indie band, The 1975. You are surrounded by fans you have added on Tumblr over the last few weeks, as the white rectangular box on stage lights up, and the band arrives on the scene, opening with “The City.” No, we’re not in 2014; the year is 2023.

Nearly a year after announcing their live comeback in February of 2022, the prolif

Taylor Swift Midnights Review: Dear Reader, A Diamond’s Gotta Shine

This past October, Taylor Swift returned with a new body of work, “Midnights.” Reminiscent of her past albums, “Midnights” sounds like the older sister of “1989” and “Reputation.” Swift’s tenth album is introspective, vulnerable, and mature. She reflects on the ghosts of her past and present in her new record. Swift has released four new albums and two re-recordings since 2019. The “Midnights” album has become one of Swift’s most successful album releases. After experimenting with folk and alter

Sustainable Style & Community Empowerment: Fusion Magazine’s Thrifted Runway Event

This past Friday, Fusion Magazine, a newcomer magazine run by creative students at Pace University, held and presented their first ever thrifted runway event, the “Elements of Nature Thrifted Runway.” The event celebrated sustainable fashion and thrift store finds, showcasing outfits put together by students using items purchased from thrift stores. The event drew a large crowd and was a huge success.

The thrifted runway event was the brainchild of the Fusion Magazine team, who wanted to showca

Experiencing ‘A Different Kind of World’ at Maggie Rogers’ “Feral Joy” Tour

The stage overflowing with white daisies along the edge, Maggie Rogers embodied the spirit of feral joy on the final night of the U.K. tour leg of the “Feral Joy” tour at the Alexandra Palace in London. In the midst of hectic train strikes and delays, 10,000 dedicated fans showed up to what Londoners call the “Ally Pally” in time for the performance.

Opening the show was native New Yorker and alternative artist, Samia, who set the vibe perfectly for a Maggie Rogers show. Samia described her set

Moving Across the Pond Moments

Growing up, I had always had a dream of traveling abroad – whether that be via vacation or through a university program. When narrowing down possible cities and countries to explore and study in, I knew London had always been at the top of my list. From watching clips and television shows surrounding the U.K. for years as a child to finally being here in London, I am so grateful!

As I sit here in my mini accommodation flat, I feel insanely fortunate. Over the last few weeks, I have been waking

Content Creation & The Rise of BookTube

There is no doubt within the ever-growing book lovers community how powerful some of these creators and influencers have become within the last few years. Social media has created a safe space for book lovers to spread their devotion to reading. New content creators have come out of the woodwork to share their love of their favorite novels, characters, and authors on various social media apps; Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube – you name it. The BookTube community, specifically, is continuing

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