The Chainsmokers Take Boston College Back to 2016 at Modstock

Ali Zahm • May 2, 2026

The spring rain cleared just in time for Grammy-winning electronic duo The Chainsmokers to headline Boston College’s annual Modstock concert, hosted by the Campus Activities Board (CAB). 

Singer/Songwriter Abby Hayes Has Great Expectations

Milo Priddle • April 30, 2026

Abby Hayes, MCAS ’28, is the latest artist to appear on Live From The Newsroom: A live performance show in which The Heights’ office is the backdrop for short sets from some of the most talented musicians on campus.

Limited Amount of Additional Tickets To Be Sold for The Chainsmokers’ Modstock Concert

Milo Priddle • April 26, 2026

A “very limited amount” of additional tickets for The Chainsmokers’ Modstock concert will be available for students to purchase at 8 a.m. on Monday, April 27.

Astaza! Middle East Ensemble Celebrates the Tale of ‘One Thousand and One Nights’

Taylor Finnell • April 26, 2026

The 28th annual Boston College Arts Festival was this week, and for the grand finale, Astaza! Middle East Ensemble took to the stage Saturday night, playing music from the Middle East—more specifically, the Arab world, Iran, Turkey, and parts of Central Asia. 

Think Pink: ‘Legally Blonde’ Advocates for Individualism

Carolina Heeschen • April 26, 2026

Oh my god! Oh my god, you guys! Legally Blonde arrived at the Robsham Theater this past Thursday. It brings a hot pink burst of energy to campus, which is very much needed as students push through the final stretch of the spring semester.

Arts Fest Comes Alive With ‘Dancing with bOp!’

Nikita Leal • April 26, 2026

Filling the stage behind an array of music stands, the Boston College bOp! Jazz Ensemble lit up the Arts Fest tent on Friday evening. Hosted by BC Bands and the BC Arts Council, Dancing with bOp! featured a lengthy live set, which was accompanied by performances from ten dance teams.

‘Your Favorite Toy’ Is the Foo Fighters’ Attempt To Return to Form

Tate Uffelman • April 26, 2026

This Friday, Foo Fighters released their 12th studio album, Your Favorite Toy. Spanning a mere ten songs and 36 minutes, Your Favorite Toy is a much more approachable listen compared to the band’s other works, which are often released as double albums.

‘Mother Mary’ on Stardom, Spectral Visions, and Seeking Clarity

Alexandrine Bourlot • April 26, 2026

Mother Mary, A24’s newest film starring Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel, melds commentary on stardom with macabre notes of the occult. With a unique storyline and mise-en-scène, the film’s darker motif entrances viewers from start to finish.

Letters in June Wins Battle of the Bands, Set To Open for 2026 Modstock Concert

Caroline Ko • April 26, 2026

The Boston College Music Guild’s Battle of the Bands had especially high stakes this year for contestants, as the first-place prize was to open for The Chainsmokers’ sold-out 2026 Modstock concert.

Ringo Starr’s Country Release ‘Long Long Road’ Feels Stuck Between Centuries

Taylor Belanich • April 26, 2026

At 85 years old, former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr has produced his fourth studio album of the last decade alone. The Long Long Road, released April 24, is the third of Starr’s impressive discography of 22 country studio albums. Tracks include features from the likes of Billy Strings and Sheryl Crow, among others, marking it a collaborative collection from several iconic voices.

‘The Great Divide’ is Kahan’s Honest Portrayal of Instantaneous Fame and Its Fallout

Annika Engelbrecht • April 26, 2026

Since Noah Kahan released his last LP, Stick Season, the Strafford, Vt. native has amassed global stardom, becoming the first artist to play four consecutive nights at Fenway. 

Limestone: The College Band That Can Seemingly Play Every Instrument

Milo Priddle • April 21, 2026

Limestone is the latest band to appear on Live From The Newsroom: a live performance show in which The Heights’ office is the backdrop for short sets from some of the most talented musicians on campus.