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Caitlyn Taylor

Bio: Caitlyn Taylor is a graduate from Calvin University where she received a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. With a long time passion for video games, TV, and movies, Caitlyn took to journalism as a way to understand the ins and outs of her favorite industries. Caitlyn is ecstatic to join the NYC Tastemakers team, with the hopes of improving her skills as a writer and broadening her experience.
Beauty

Could K-Beauty Be Seeing The Rise Of Its Biggest Competition?

​The Korean beauty industry has settled well within the Western beauty market. In the last few years, its popularity has grown significantly and will likely be a powerhouse in the beauty industry for years to come. With K-beauty’s dominance certain, many within the industry have begun wondering what might compete ...

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Make Up ArtistPast

 Charlotte Tilbury

Make Up Artist of the Month for February 2026 Photo Credit by bossmoss Facebook Instagram Youtube Tiktok Bio Gallary Bio Charlotte Emma Bow Tilbury is a British beauty entrepreneur and makeup artist. Born in Kensington, west London, Tillbury grew an interest in makeup at a young age, developing the skill ...

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PastUnderground Artist

Mia Lailani

Underground Artist of the Month for February 2026 Facebook X-twitter Instagram Youtube Spotify Mouse-pointer Bio June Blues Bio Mia Lailani is a rising Puerto Rican singer-songwriter. Born in the Bronx, New York City, Lailani had an interest in music at a very young age, and it was fostered thanks to ...

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New ArtistPast

Alex Warren

“New” Artist of the Month for February 2026 Photo Credit by Image Press Agency Facebook X-twitter Instagram Youtube Soundcloud Tiktok Spotify Mouse-pointer Bio Eternity Bio Alexander Warren Hughes, aka Alex Warren, is a popular American singer-songwriter and YouTuber. Born in Carlsbad, California, Warren began uploading videos on YouTube at 10 ...

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ArtistPast

Kehlani

Artist of the Month for February 2026 Photo Credit by Moffly Facebook X-twitter Instagram Youtube Spotify Mouse-pointer Bio Out The Window Bio Kehlani Ashley Parrish, better known as Kehlani, is an American singer-songwriter and dancer. Born in Oakland, California, Kehlani showed talent in the arts at an early age despite ...

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PastReggaeton Artist

Manuel Turizo

Reggaeton Artist of the Month for February 2026 Photo Credit by thenews2.com Facebook X-twitter Instagram Youtube Spotify Tiktok Mouse-pointer Bio Playlist Bio Manuel Turizo Zapata is a popular Colombian singer-songwriter. Born in Montería, Colombia, Turizo had an interest in music from an early age, first starting with guitar but soon ...

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Flashback ArtistPast

Amy Winehouse

Flashback Artist of the Month for February 2026 Photo Credit by Junot Bio back to black Bio Amy Jade Winehouse was a globally renowned British singer-songwrite and musician. Born in Enfield, London, Winehouse was involved in the arts and music at a young age and was enrolled in the Susi ...

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Video Games

Markiplier’s Iron Lung Changes The Game For Video Game Film Adaptations

The hotly anticipated debut film from globally influential YouTuber Mark Fischbach, aka Markiplier, outdid everyone’s expectations. Earning over 17.8 million domestically and another 21.7 million globally according to Forbes, Iron Lung topped the weekend’s box office charts alongside Sam Raimi’s Send Help, beating out Melania. Markiplier’s success is a testament ...

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Fashion

Why Have The USA’s Olympic Uniforms Been So Lacking?

​Olympic Uniforms are a significant part of an Olympic team’s overall aesthetic. It acts as an easily identifiable snapshot of the country that is being represented to the world, and can make a significant break in the audience perception of the athletes themselves. Each country needs to take that precious ...

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Business and Finance

Will Elon Musk’s Merger End In The Death Of Tesla As We Know It?

​Tesla has had many major ups and downs since the beginning of the Trump Administration’s second term, but this time is looking close to a breaking point. Tesla has seen major hits to its reputation due to Musk’s political dealings and fierce competition with Chinese electric vehicle companies. Last year, ...

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TV

Has Cynical Humor Within Shows Outlived Its Usefulness?

There has been a trend in humor within current popular media that many audiences have voiced their complaints about. Cynical humor has been a part of the entertainment industry for decades, with many shows from Succession, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Family Guy, BoJack Horseman, and more drawing viewership up ...

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Beauty

Chappell Roan’s Grammy Look Showcases The Artistic Extent Of Faux Tattoos

The Grammys red carpet has been a popular avenue for artists and those behind their wardrobes to showcase their unique style, personal or otherwise. It’s expected that what ever look is showcased will have an impact on social media an popculture through fashion and beauty trends and standards. Popular music ...

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