Biola’s Symphony Orchestra tuned up on Saturday night at Crowell’s Lansing Recital Hall to perform works from composers Giuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Shostakovich and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovski.  The concert opened with a swelling rendition of Verdi’s I Vespri Siciliani Overture. Then, the symphony’s...

As one of the most well-known bands in the world, Coldplay blends grand rock music with pop sensibility that connects with many. Now they’re back with new music after four years. In anticipation for "Everyday Life," check out this ranking of all seven albums. 7. “A Head Full of Dreams” The most...

Known for directing blockbuster “Thor: Ragnarok” and short film “Two Cars, One Night,” Taika Waititi upholds his unique directing style with “Jojo Rabbit,” a film that puts a disturbingly innocent twist on the German occupation.  AUTOCRAT TO ADVISOR “Jojo Rabbit” documents the life...

Smashing box office rankings for its opening weekend, “Ford v Ferrari” is already a rare instant hit. Director James Mangold brings the true story of automotive designer Carroll Shelby and British race car driver Ken Miles to life, giving them an inspiring layer of emotional depth while presenting...

After three years since his last record, Allen Stone delivered his fourth studio album, where his unique sound of soul and pop return for a fun group of tracks that, while never phenomenal, deliver quite a bit of fun. LYRICAL LETDOWN “Building Balance” packs 14 songs into 48 minutes, ranging from...

(This story was originally published in print on Nov. 14, 2019). From memorizing long monologues to learning a French dialect to speak in early English iambic pentameter, performing Shakespeare’s “Henry V” comes with a unique set of challenges. Who better to tackle these challenges than the...

(This story was originally published in print on Nov. 14, 2019). ‘Tis the season to bundle up with a warm mug of hot cocoa and endless romantic comedies. As December quickly approaches, people are finding any reason to indulge in Hallmark films and Christmas playlists. Those who have already begun...

Why go out of your way to go to a coffee shop when you can go to the Eddy? Coffee, donuts and sweet, soulful music were the highlights of this semester’s Eddy, exuding a live coffeehouse vibe. Talented artists Boston the Girl, Isaac Escamilla and headliner Kevin Garrett took to the stage to entertain...

Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining” is one of the most well-known horror films in cinema history. The film sets itself apart because of the non-traditional scenes of gore and built-up suspense. Although “The Shining” was outstanding on its own, longtime Stephen King fan and horror film director...

Stephen King’s multitude of stories have provided inspiration for creators across all kinds of media, especially in film. Over the years, King has tackled everything from terrifying horror to emotional drama, all of which have provided iconic stories. Although King's novels have had a multitude of...

Recently emerged artist Tessa Violet has become a fast hit in the indie-pop world. Previously known by her YouTube handle “Meekakitty,” the internet star discovered her passion for singing and songwriting only within the past few years. Her latest album “Bad Ideas” includes honest lyricism and...

In the summer of 2018, Biola alumni and rock band Cold War Kids were on tour while the highly prolific Kanye West released five new albums from his label, G.O.O.D. Music. These albums were only seven tracks long and this format inspired the band to create a three-volume album, with “New Age Norms 1”...