Despite the disappointing reviews many of you have probably seen, I am here to tell you that “Joker: Folie à Deux” was not as bad as they say. There are minor spoilers in this review, but none that would give away major plot points. The movie still possesses the darkness […]
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M.L. Rio’s ‘Graveyard Shift’ does not live up to expectations
Now that it’s officially autumn and the weather is getting colder, “If We Were Villains” author M. L. Rio released her second book, a novella called “Graveyard Shift” on Sept. 24 to welcome us into spooky season. The novel follows five night-owls who live or work near an old New […]
‘META EX MACHINA’ highlights exploitation of social media
From Sep. 25 to yesterday, the Berrie Center’s Pascal Gallery hosted “META EX MACHINA,” a performative exhibition created by Peter Campbell and Nick Walsh. It was a comparison of modern power dynamics with more historical examples presented in Greek tragedies. Meta Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg is the symbol of […]
Lady Gaga’s ‘Harlequin’ captures the pure essence of her latest role
Lady Gaga surprised fans last week with a “Joker: Folie à Deux” accompaniment album. “Harlequin” is packed to the brim with energetic jazz that captures Harley Quinn quite well. Each song feels like you’re in a dream, seeing things the way you want to but not quite as they are. […]
‘Saturday Night’ captures chaos of first ever broadcast
For those who grew up watching YouTube clips of old “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) skits from the ‘70s and ‘80s featuring Chevy Chase, John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, George Carlin, Garrett Morris and Gilda Radner, Jason Reitman’s “Saturday Night” will transport you back to the chaotic nature that was SNL at […]
Olivia O’Brien’s latest single expands on mental health successfully
On Sept. 20, singer Olivia O’Brien released her new song, “lower.” Notable for her viral collaboration with Gnash on the single “i hate u, i love u,” O’Brien is newly independent with her own record label distributed under Warner Music Group’s ADA: Girlhood Records. Common topics throughout her discography include […]
Fun fall festivities for the month of October
With the change in leaves comes many people searching for the perfect activities to add to their fall to-do lists. From fall festivals to spooky tours, here are some much needed local additions. If you are looking for a way to celebrate the change in seasons with some fanfare, a […]
Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Short n’ Sweet’ tour sweetens audiences
“Please, Please, Please” tell me you’ve seen the “Short n’ Sweet” show! No? Well, you have come to the right place to get a little “Taste.” On Sept. 23, pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter took on her first headlining arena tour named after her popular sixth studio album, “Short n’ Sweet.” […]
‘The Penguin’ excites DC fans with its new take on an iconic villain
Comic book and film fans alike anticipate both of the upcoming sequels “The Batman,” as well as director James Gunn’s take on DC Superman in 2025. Now fans have also been gifted the HBO Max series “The Penguin,” a complex and grounded crime drama revolving around one of the side […]
Bon Iver’s newest single is uninteresting to listeners
Bon Iver released a new single on Sept. 30 titled “S P E Y S I D E” in preparation for their upcoming EP “SABLE,.” Bon Iver is an indie folk band that was originally formed as a solo project by Justin Vernon in 2006. The band has since grown, […]