‘Priscilla,’ Olivia Rodrigo and the Year of Girlhood and Longing

‘Priscilla,’ Olivia Rodrigo and the Year of Girlhood and Longing

From the pop supernova Olivia Rodrigo to a memoirist whose long-held ballet aspirations stalled at the barre, young women gave voice to their longing this year in memorable ways.
Blink-182, Olivia Rodrigo, 100 gecs: Who Gets to Make Pop-Punk Fun?

Blink-182, Olivia Rodrigo, 100 gecs: Who Gets to Make Pop-Punk Fun?

Blink-182’s childish humor felt out of step with the times this year, as Olivia Rodrigo and 100 gecs released thrilling, hilarious music that talks back to — and erases — old stereotypes.