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Ben Pagani
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Ben is a music journalist living and working in Chicago. They joined Beyond The Stage as an intern and have stayed on the staff for several years. Now serving on the editorial board, Ben is proud to be BTS' Music Projects Manager, coordinating coverage between international record labels and our staff. Ben has interviewed, photographed and written about bands from across the world. Ben has lived all over the United States working in television and media. They are an Emmy Award-winning writer. Ben can be found spinning records as 'DJ Wearing Sunglasses' in clubs and basements across the US.

New Music Friday – June 14, 2024

Surf punk is back, Normani’s first full-length solo album is finally here and Cola continues to be popular among indie rock fans. It’s New Music Friday. Let’s talk about these sug…

New Music Friday – June 7, 2024

It’s the first New Music Friday of June. An instant classic was born this week and it came from Charli XCX. This week her new record gets the spotlight treatment. Read on to see new releases fr…

New Music Friday – May 31, 2024

On the last New Music Friday of May, we’re looking at the latest release from Maya Hawke, the anticipated new Arooj Aftab LP and more. Scroll down to see what’s worth the listening time th…

New Music Friday – May 24, 2024

It’s a New Music Friday stuffed with Clairo’s return, Wallows’ first album in two years, new singles and albums from returning stars plus more low-key artists with heavy talent. R…

New Music Friday – May 17, 2024

Happy New Music Friday. Despite spring being in bloom, there’s a blizzard of major label releases this week from music’s most iconic names. Scroll on to see what great singles and EPs are …

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