About ME...
I’m Lauren, a second year Journalism student at the University of Portsmouth. I know what you’re thinking - fancy starting university in a pandemic! The truth is, I like having a routine, and although putting off my studies for a year because of COVID definitely crossed my mind, I didn’t want to fall out of the familiar structure I’ve been used to most of my life.
I chose journalism because I grew up considering a variety of careers, like being a fashion designer and a scientist, but I soon realised I’m not great at drawing, textiles or science. But one thing I’ve always been good at is writing!
My love for music stems from growing up with my dad constantly listening to it and showing me music videos on YouTube, which eventually developed into me acquiring my own taste, mostly for pop, pop rock and indie music. For my journalism course, I had to make my own blog, so naturally I chose a theme of pop music.
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My personal favourite artists are Lana Del Rey, Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift, and weirdly, The Beatles, because my dad would play their music all the time when I was young. I tend to gravitate towards these artists because I can relate to what they're singing about, whether it be about confidence, happiness or even being in love!
On this site you'll find music reviews, updates on upcoming artists and even interviews with musicians! I'm always open to requests or suggestions, so feel free to contact me with anything you'd like to say regarding Pop Euphoria. Or if music isn't your thing, you can check out my news section, which features articles on current affairs in the UK and beyond, because I am a journalism student after all!