Drew Schwartz

Senior Staff Writer

drew.schwartz@vice.com

Drew Schwartz is a senior staff writer at VICE. Since joining the company in 2017, he’s written about dive bars, subway buskers, student loans, billion-dollar record companies, antique jukeboxes, celebrity lawsuits, crossword puzzles, and obscure sandwiches, among other subjects. Born and raised in Atlanta, he now lives in Brooklyn, New York. 

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These LG Earbuds Rival Even the Best Over-Ear Headphones

Decked out with details like Dolby Atmos, Graphene speakers, and Snapdragon Sound, LG’s Tone Free T90Q Headphones aren’t messing around.
Drew Schwartz
6.7.23
TV

I Want All of Tony Soprano's Clothes So Bad

After binging 'The Sopranos,' I have way too many thoughts about the Skip's wardrobe, from his short-sleeved button-downs to The Robe.
Drew Schwartz
5.31.23
Entertainment

How Long Will the Writers’ Strike Last? An Expert Explains

“I was very startled by the degree to which the two sides are apart.”
Drew Schwartz
5.5.23
Entertainment

Drake or Fake? A Lawyer Explains the Legality of AI-Generated Music

Ghostwriter's viral song offers a crash course in the ways labels, platforms, and artists might sue each other in circles around AI-generated music.
Drew Schwartz
4.21.23
law

Bad Bunny’s Ex Sued Him for $40 Million. It Doesn’t Look Good, a Lawyer Says

“I mean, this is your former girlfriend, for crying out loud. Pay her whatever it takes.”
Drew Schwartz
3.30.23
Advice

How to Buy a Last-Minute Halloween Costume for Under $20

Blanked on getting a Halloween costume again? Don’t freak out. We’ve got you covered.
Drew Schwartz
10.26.22
Playlists

Happy Halloween: Here’s a Bunch of Spooky Music That Isn’t “The Monster Mash”

We put together a playlist of ghoulish soul, disco, rockabilly, and more you can really boogie to.
Drew Schwartz
10.20.22
News

Biden’s Weed Pardon Won’t Get Anyone Out of Prison—But It’s Still a Huge Deal

It'll be life-changing for thousands of people whose federal convictions have kept them from getting into college, finding jobs and housing, and more.
Drew Schwartz
10.10.22
News

Watch an Exclusive Trailer for ‘Meet Me in the Bathroom,’ a Doc About NYC’s Early 2000s Rock Scene

Featuring never-before-seen archival footage of the Strokes, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, LCD Soundsystem, Interpol, TV On the Radio, and more.
Drew Schwartz
10.6.22
Celebrity

Brett Favre Is Screwed

A former prosecutor told VICE Favre “could face criminal charges” over his ties to a $77 million welfare fraud scam in Mississippi.
Drew Schwartz
9.29.22
Celebrity

50 Cent Sues to Prove His Dick Is Real

A lawyer weighs in on the “Just a Lil Bit” rapper’s lawsuit against a celebrity aesthetician for false advertising.
Drew Schwartz
9.22.22
Celebrity

A Gang Called Drug Rich Is Robbing Celebrities All Over Atlanta

They've stolen from Mariah Carey, a "Real Housewives" star, and several professional athletes, according to a new indictment.
Drew Schwartz
9.1.22
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