Author

Palak Jayswal

Palak is a big fan of the arts and pop culture, but especially music and all things One Direction. She aspires to be a music journalist and to one day write for a publication like The New York Times, Rolling Stone, or Billboard.

News

Celebrities offer up their social media platforms for Black Lives Matter activists

Palak Jayswal Jun 11, 2020 0

Shawn Mendes, Selena Gomez, and others have handed over their social media platforms to young Black leaders and activists to discuss systemic racism and how to bring about lasting change.

TV + Film

7 Netflix shows you NEED to watch this Pride month

Palak Jayswal Jun 5, 2020 0

One of the quickest ways to educate yourself on issues the LGBTQIA+ community faces is by consuming media made by and for members.

Opinion

Why musician biopics and documentaries are so important

Palak Jayswal May 27, 2020 0

It’s the personal connection that’s bridged between the musician, their experience and the fans.

Quizzes

Which Fine Line music video are you?

Palak Jayswal May 21, 2020 0

Lights Up, Adore You, Falling, or Watermelon Sugar?

TV + Film

Normal People: Some relationships stick with you forever, no matter where life may take you

Palak Jayswal May 14, 2020 0

It’s a perfectly devastating portrayal of a millennial romance.

Videos

Niall Horan releases creative lyric video for Black and White

Palak Jayswal Apr 23, 2020 0

He didn't let social distancing stop him from releasing a beautifully colorful video for his latest single.

News

Niall Horan Shines a Light in Isolation with Together, At Home

Palak Jayswal Mar 22, 2020 0

Niall Horan is the latest musician to join the “Together, At Home” collaboration between the World Health Organization and Global Citizen

Reviews

Niall Horan weathers the storm of heartbreak

Palak Jayswal Mar 19, 2020 0

Niall’s mesmerizing vocals act as the narrative and the pop-infused beats as the setting for Heartbreak Weather.

TV + Film

Niall Horan brings the storm to your TV for #LateLateNiall

Palak Jayswal Mar 8, 2020 0

A whole week of Niall with James Corden... Will we finally get the Carpool Karaoke segment we deserve?

Reviews

Harry Styles’ Falling music video is the epitome of being vulnerable

Palak Jayswal Feb 28, 2020 0

Harry Styles is back again with another music video from his second solo album Fine Line — but this one is unlike its predecessors in many ways.

TV + Film

Netflix docuseries Cheer destroys cheerleader stereotypes

Palak Jayswal Feb 21, 2020 0

It’s about discipline, focus, hard work, and being part of a family.

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