Singer-songwriter Gigi Perez recently released another single titled “Chemistry,” adding to her EP with songs “Fable” and “Sailor Song.” The song resembles some of Perez’s other work, but also encapsulates a completely different feel and vibe. It is an electrically powerful, emotionally vulnerable song with devastating lyrics behind an upbeat […]
Author: Liv Parisi
South Korean actress’s death spotlights harsh media treatment
South Korean film actress Kim Sae-ron’s death has sparked conversations on celebrity ridicule by the media. The young actress faced major negative media coverage after she was in a drunk driving crash in 2022. The media also scorned her for talking about her financial problems after losing roles, getting a […]
OneRepublic single ‘Tell Me’ does not stand out
OneRepublic is back with their new single, “Tell Me,” released on Feb. 27. The song is a collaboration with Indian rapper and singer Karan Aujla and famous Punjabi producer Ikky. OneRepublic accounted for a lot of my childhood music taste, and seeing them live was one of the best concerts […]
The BLVD helps make significant strides for walkable cities
Lancaster Boulevard, also known as The BLVD, was once a five-lane street in Lancaster, Calif. lined with vacant storefronts. The BLVD now, however, stands as a pedestrian-friendly bustling epicenter of greenery and community. The BLVD transformation has helped the community of Lancaster immensely. Prior to the renovation, Lancaster had twice […]
The Lumineers new album charms fans with classic indie folk sound
To the delight of indie folk music listeners everywhere, The Lumineers released their fifth studio album “Automatic” on Feb. 14. A Valentine’s Day gift from the beloved “Ho Hey” band, this album was a treat to listen to. The Lumineers have a very specific sound that I think most people […]
Lack of body positivity in media will continue to impact beauty standards
As much as I would like to argue that as a society we are making strides toward being more body-positive and accepting — I don’t think this is the truth. In the past couple of years, there has been a surge of body-positive messages and influencers making their way to […]
Win some, lose some: Students debate award shows
PRO I think we can all agree that on some level, we are all invested in the outcome of award ceremonies like the Grammys. Regardless of if we actually watch them or not, a part of us hopes that our favorite artists get the recognition they deserve in the […]
Karla Sofía Gascón receives backlash in light of controversial tweets
Karla Sofía Gascón, star of 2024 crime musical “Emilia Pérez,” has recently been under fire for old tweets of hers that have surfaced displaying hateful remarks regarding islamic culture, George Floyd and more. The controversy has raised questions about whether Gascón should remove herself from Oscar nominations or not, but […]
Cheers to a New Year: Students debate New Year’s resolutions
PRO New year, new me! We’ve all heard this saying tossed around during the month of January to showcase our new outlook on life at the start of a new year. As cliche as it sounds, I find it to be a comforting sentiment of new beginnings. With the […]
‘One of Them Days’ spotlights message of black female friendship
“One of Them Days,” a film directed by Lawrence Lamont, was released on Jan. 17 for a limited time in theaters. The movie stars singer-songwriter SZA and singer-actress Keke Palmer in a comedic female friendship story. Dreux Jones (Keke Palmer) and roommate Alyssa (SZA) live together in a rundown apartment […]