(This story was originally published in print on Sept. 19, 2019). From finalizing school schedules to setting up new dorm rooms, settling back into the routine of school can be exhausting. With the stress that can come in the first couple weeks of the semester, some Biolans may need nothing more than...

FRESH CONCEPT The Lumineers have always stuck to their folk-rock sound, solidifying it with further releases. With an impressive debut album and a sensational sophomore follow-up, the band has made a name for themselves in the folk-rock community. In “Ⅲ,” their latest project presents 10 songs...

FROM ROCK TO POP Post Malone has been one of the most interesting rappers to emerge from the Soundcloud-era of rap. While Malone’s first studio album, “Stoney,” had many shortcomings, his second album “Beerbongs & Bentleys” pleasantly surprised listeners with an interesting blend of rock...

Renowned actor Brad Pitt has been building his film legacy since the early 1990s and has no intention of slowing down. According to critics, viewers can expect an impressive performance in upcoming film, “Ad Astra.” But before you see it, take time to catch up on these films with the Hollywood star’s...

EMBODIMENT OF FEAR Franklin Delano Roosevelt once said, “the only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” But what if that fear was a demented, child-eating, shape-shifting, killer clown that is hell-bent on devouring you in one bite? Well, look no further because Pennywise the clown, played by Bill...

Everyone loves the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, but sadly, his appearance within the Marvel Cinematic Universe has come to an end. Disney—the ever-growing media giant—ushered the Sony-owned Spider-Man into the MCU back in 2016 with the release of “Captain America: Civil War.” Ever since,...

As the decade comes to a close, you would not expect many films to become staples of the decade. However, in a year where remakes, reboots and sequels have flooded Hollywood, it is important that new and upcoming filmmakers continue making new and original content that will be remembered for years to...

Summer has gone away as quickly as it came, and the busyness of the semester is about to hit. If you are looking to get caught up on a few summer music hits, want to find new study music or just need some new jams, this playlist is for you.   “Lover” - Taylor Swift Since the 2006 release of her...

It has been a busy and eventful year for Kevin Abstract. After the success of his rap group Brockhampton’s “Saturation” trilogy, Abstract and his group increased in popularity, as fans anticipate another record. Brockhampton faced dark times, mainly accusations of sexual abuse towards Ameer Vann,...

Nick Sherwin is more than just an associate professor of management in the Crowell School of Business––he is a lover and a fighter of good music. “My music is absolutely the story of my life in a lot of ways and if you start listening to a lot of my music, you’ll hear someone very openly singing...

On May 2, 2008, Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark introduced himself to the world as Iron Man. The credits rolled as Black Sabbath’s guitar shredding “Iron Man” played and, a few minutes later, Samuel L. Jackson’s Nick Fury showed up and introduced the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Eleven years and...

With an aggressive style to pair his messages about partying, materialism, street tales and drug experiences, Schoolboy Q remains one of the most versatile gangsta rappers in Los Angeles. Released on April 26, his fifth studio album “CrasH Talk” exceeds expectations. STREET LIFE Out of his various...