In 2019, Montero Lamar Hill, also known as Lil Nas X, rose to musical stardom with the single “Old Town Road” recorded with Billy Ray Cyrus. Though dubbed a one hit wonder, he overturned genre standards by coming out as a member of the LGBTQ community, his lyrics often celebrating his sexuality while...

On Tuesday evening, voices echoed in the Earl & Virginia Green Art Gallery once again. After a year of isolation, artists displayed their artwork for the “Being Present” gallery. The art gallery has remained closed since the “Sweet Jesus” display in 2020 before Biola shut down due to the...

Kacey Musgraves hit her peak with 2018’s “Golden Hour.” What could have been a classic case of a country artist selling out to make pop music resulted in a joyous musical experience filled with expertly crafted songs about newfound love. Now, the divorce of her husband inspired the album “star-crossed.”...

After a year of absence, students may find it difficult to find their way around campus food options, as some places like Blackstone Cafe are temporarily closed. Here is a brief insight into the available Biola eateries and their culinary gems.  FIND YOURSELF A FULL MEAL While food regulars at the...

Creating an album with nine people requires hard work. It is even harder during a global pandemic. Music collective “Herd” overcame several obstacles in order to fit all nine group members onto one album: “CIVIC 97.”  Released on Aug. 23, “CIVIC 97” is the culmination of a two-year collaborative...

“Certified Lover Boy” dropped on the heels of Kanye’s “Donda,” a seemingly unfortunate setup for Drake. The album’s mediocrity stands in stark contrast to his previous pieces, with high profile features and samples feeling like expensive icing on an overbaked box cake. While certain songs...

As summer comes to a close and fall classes begin, it is not quite right to leave without acknowledging the most notable films and artists of the last three months.   “LUCA” Released in June, the Disney+ movie “Luca ” shares the life of a young sea monster who wishes to find a higher purpose...

In the first ever post-COVID exhibition, Bardwell’s debut showcase will be held on Sept. 15 in the evening. Hallmarked by its modern architecture and elements of natural light, Bardwell combines collaborative workspaces with student expression.                                       

The “Donda” album released Sunday at 5 a.m. on Aug. 29 — marking a surreal moment for Kanye’s listeners. The lead-up itself was anything but ordinary, from three unique listening parties that stirred drama, to multiple release date announcements featuring different album covers. With no reliable...

MAKE A THING  Senior art major Caylie Smith faced the problem many art majors also faced in the pandemic: how to display a typically in-person exhibit online. Smith devised a plan to not only engage students online but also have them create a physical piece that was displayed on an Instagram account,...

Based on the best-selling series by author Leigh Bardugo, Netflix released the highly-anticipated female-led adventure series full of adolescent romance and grotesque creatures, exploring politics and complex world building. Consistent with the source material and expanding on Bardugo’s fictional world,...

Although the annual Met Gala is usually the most anticipated night of celebrity attire, those at the 93rd annual Oscars carried out eye-catching looks. It is a grueling task for celebrities to stand out at events like these, however these five stars outdid themselves with luxurious fits.  CAREY MULLIGAN  Nominated...