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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

A man with his head tilted back holding a microphone on a stage in front of a large crowd under red lights. Behind them is a man on a guitar.

Beyond NYU: Del Water Gap on exploring creative vulnerability

Since starting his music career in a student band at NYU, Samuel Holden Jaffe has ascended to indie stardom as Del Water Gap with hits like “Ode to a Conversation Stuck in Your Throat” and “High Tops.”
Eliana Brown, Contributing Writer October 26, 2023

Tisch alum Samuel Holden Jaffe dreamt of performing on national tours since he was 14. Now performing as Del Water Gap, Jaffe headlines shows around the country and performs alongside...

A man in a gray tank top stands looking out a white window with bars on the outside towards the street.

Review: Del Water Gap’s ‘I Miss You Already + I Haven’t Left Yet’ redefines longing

NYU alum Samuel Holden Jaffe’s newest album is a refreshingly honest exploration of the human psyche.
Eliana Brown, Contributing Writer October 11, 2023

Content warning: This article contains mentions of suicide and addiction. Del Water Gap’s sophomore album “I Miss You Already + I Haven’t Left Yet” makes vulnerability...

As lovers celebrate their romantic holiday, Valentine’s Day can be the perfect time to enjoy a heartbreaking breakup album. (Staff Illustration by Aaliya Luthra)

This Valentine’s Day, listen to a breakup album

If you’re bitter about being alone on Valentine’s Day, check out the breakup albums we rounded up so you didn’t have to.

We’ve all been there — as Feb. 14 approaches, it seems impossible to escape anything red, pink or heart-shaped. If you’re single, you’ll be hard-pressed to find something...

From Classrooms to Concert Halls

Gilchrist Green, Contributing Writer April 11, 2016
On tour with two NYU bands, Del Water Gap and Cafuné.