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Sam Bodnar

Sam Bodnar is a sophomore at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. He is a Journalism Major and will be working with the Indiana Daily Student in the fall of 2018. He is one of the youngest staff writers for MEB and the former Editor-in-chief for his high school publication, "The Sage." He looks forward to many more unique experiences with MEB and the journalism world.

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  • Lauren Duski delivers her first release since her runner-up performance on season 12 of "The Voice." Her new single is relatable to everyone everywhere.
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    Reviews 4

    Relatable: The Perfect Word for Lauren Duski’s “Costume Party”

    In three minutes, Lauren Duski made me cry and re-evaluate my true motives. Her newest single, “Costume Party”, is that relatable. “Costume Party” defines the war inside myself ...

    On July 31, 2018 / By Sam Bodnar
  • Listen On Spotify
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    Album Reviews 2

    Blending Pop, Country and Soul: Dan + Shay Impress Again

    Upon hitting the market in 2016 Obsessed was instantly one of the top country/pop albums of the last decade. Blending themes of summer time and love, the album ...

    On June 28, 2018 / By Sam Bodnar
  • Single review for Season 13's winner of "The Voice", Chloe Kohanski. This blend of pop and rock aims to keep her from being a one-hit wonder.
    6.5Score
    Album Reviews 17

    One-Hit Wonder: Chloe Kohanski’s “Come This Far” Has a Deeper Message

    NBC’s “The Voice” has yet to produce a mainstream artist. The only two notable successes (arguably) of the show are Cassadee Pope and Jordan Smith. Pope, the Season 4 ...

    On May 28, 2018 / By Sam Bodnar
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    Reviews 0

    “Little Girl” Reflects Christina Grimmie’s Love for Her Mom

    Mother’s Day honors the millions of moms that routinely sacrifice everything to make their children’s world a better place. Breakfast in bed, cleaning the house, going out to ...

    On May 23, 2018 / By Sam Bodnar
  • "Love Lie"Love Lies" by Khalid and Normani is currently among the best singles of 2018. Themes of vulnerability and falling for one another provide a romantic and intimate tone that runs smoothly throughout.s" by Khalid and Normani is currently the best single of 2018. Themes of vulnerability and falling for one another provide a romantic and intimate tone that runs smoothly throughout.
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    Single Reviews 9

    Khalid and Normani’s “Love Lies” Among Top Singles of 2018

    Khalid and Normani’s “Love Lies” impresses with its R&B beats and flirtatious lyrics. In three minutes of trading cutesy love lines, Khalid and Normani use their easy-going personalities ...

    On February 28, 2018 / By Sam Bodnar
  • Chris Blue's newest single lacks the authenticity that he has presented in the past.
    6.5Score
    Single Reviews 2

    Chris Blue’s “Blue Blood Blues” Lacks Authenticity

    Audio Tuning significantly devalues artists with incredible voices. It takes away from their authenticity as singers. Hip-hop/rap performers like Kendrick Lamar or Logic incorporate audio tuning and background ...

    On December 27, 2017 / By Sam Bodnar
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    3 Of The Week: Fall Pop Albums

    Hyping up fans for upcoming albums is a tactic artfully administered among today’s top selling artists. Through releasing a few songs early, fans are able to gauge how ...

    On November 17, 2017 / By Sam Bodnar
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    8.5Score
    Album Reviews 0

    Adam Wakefield: Adam Wakefield – EP

    Nashville nurtures unique artists from all kinds of angles in the music industry. It’s a legendary place where folks gather to play their music and meet up-and-coming artists. ...

    On August 2, 2017 / By Sam Bodnar
  • Alisan Porter's "Change" is the second song off of her upcoming EP to be released next month. In describing the rugged world we live in, Porter sings about a necessary change our society's attitude is in desperate need of
    7.5Score
    Single Reviews 0

    Alisan Porter: Change Single Review

    In the midst of an increasingly hostile political atmosphere, our society is at war with itself. Endless controversies within the government, activist groups sparring with discrimination; these are ...

    On July 25, 2017 / By Sam Bodnar
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