In 1975, Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run was released, an album that would forever change the landscape of rock 'n' roll. Its poetic storytelling, driven by the ambition of a young artist eager to break free from his past, captured the heart of America. Fifty years later, Monmouth University, the home of the Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music, is preparing to celebrate Born to Run’s 50th anniversary by inviting a new generation to reinterpret this iconic work.

On April 29, 2025, °1824 held a press conference with Georgia-born pop singer-songwriter Amelia Moore, whose personality, vocals, and brand are infectious. And with her upcoming EP, he’s still just not that into you!, set to release on May 9th, no doubt, fans will be captivated by her unapologetic world.

On April 15, °1824 invited Blue Hawk Records and other publications to sit down with Lyn Lapid and discuss her debut album, BUZZKILL, due out April 25 via Mercury Records. A talent that started through internet exposure, Lapid chose to focus on her struggles with connections and relationships in Los Angeles for her new release while putting her own unique and comical spin on the idea.

On April 8, at Woods Theatre, successful Monmouth alumni gathered to share their advice, lives, and love of music. Over the years, Blue Hawk Records (BHR) has made 25 compilation albums with 132 original artists creating 147 tracks, involving over 900 students.

On April 1, Blue Hawk Records had the chance to attend an °1824 press conference for indie's best kept secret, The Wrecks.

On March 26, 2025, °1824 held a press conference with five out of the six members of folk indie band, The Head And The Heart about their upcoming sixth studio album, Aperture that’s set to release on May 9th.

On March 18, 2025, °1824 held a press conference with up-and-coming Blue Note Records artist Maya Delilah ahead of the release of her debut album, The Long Way Round, out March 28th. The new album is a nostalgic trip down memory lane for Delilah, and she said that hopes the album "feels like home to people."

In celebrating Women’s History Month, there are so many talented and strong women when it comes to music and the arts. As a matter of fact, there are many women right here at Monmouth University, paving their way into the industry; teaching us that following your dreams and staying true to who you are is what makes a woman unbreakable.

There’s nothing better than a welcome back to Monmouth University than a new Blue Hawk Records (BHR) compilation album. Vol. 25: Signature Edition was released on Dec. 6, featuring seven original songs that ooze the personality of the artists behind them.

Emerging from a cabin retreat in Connecticut in 2019, singer-songwriters (and more importantly, friends) Jeremy Zucker and Chelsea Cutler began their collaborative journey together with the creation of brent, an acoustic-driven album containing five songs that detail a poignant depiction of love and loss.

Stevie 808 is an artist and producer that has been making waves and staying in line with the trends of music and is making his fourth appearance on a Blue Hawk Records compilation album this semester.

Hailing from Jackson, New Jersey, Elijah Elias is one of the seven music powerhouses on Blue Hawk Records’ Vol. 25: Signature Edition compilation album this semester.

On October 23, °1824 held a press conference with up-and-coming pop sensation and Jersey native Natalie Jane, where she discussed the past, present, and bright future of her creative endeavors.

On Thursday, Oct. 17, Monmouth students had the opportunity to visit Warner Music Group (WMG) Headquarters in New York City.

On Sept. 18, °1824, Universal Music Group’s culture marketing & creative strategy division, hosted a press conference call with Interscope Records’ GRAMMY award-winning producer and artist, Zedd. Being an accomplished industry member, he had many words of advice and insights into his creative process.

Set to release on Juneteenth, Monmouth Artists for Diversity (M.A.D.I)’s new album M.A.D.I Volume Two celebrates artistry and academic achievement in music.

Upon entering my last semester of college, I wanted to be conscious of every last that I had. My last choir class, my last Blue Hawk Records meeting, my last performance on the stage that I’ve called home for years now… and my last blog with a club that has changed my life.

BHR alum Delaney Rivera reflects upon her experience in Blue Hawk and how she is making the most of her post-grad life.

Jill Bernstein, please report to the stage — Jammin is only a few short days away! Run by our wonderful president of The Music Alliance, Jammin has become a great way to celebrate the end of the school year with live music.

Monmouth University's Blue Hawk Records (BHR) will be releasing their 24th compilation album, Open 24 Hours, on Friday, Apr. 19.