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Kanye West at the 2009 Tribeca Film Festival and Taylor Swift at the 2019 iHeart Radio Awards. Both have recently spoken against industry contracts/ David Shankbone and Glenn Francis, respectively

Power behind the voice: The long history of mismanagement in the music industry

Julia Donohue, Managing Editor September 17, 2020
Unfortunately West, Swift and Chance The Rapper are not the first musicians to be weighed down by the industry Chronicled below are how three major musical entities were mismanaged by one man, Allen Klein.
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“This Is Paris”: The scary truth that birthed the Hilton heiress

Kacey Connolly, Podcast Editor September 16, 2020
What will shock viewers most, however, is the horrifying reason why the Paris Hilton we thought we knew was created in the first place.
HBO logo/ YouTube

A mini guide to HBO’s free streaming

Julia Donohue, Entertainment Editor April 16, 2020
HBO has made some of their best shows, documentaries and movies free. But with hundreds of hours of content, what are you supposed to watch?
(Netflix)

“Wild Wild Country” documents the shocking story of a spiritual guru’s move to Oregon

Shane Guilfoyle, Assistant Entertainment Editor April 9, 2020
We're roughly four weeks into quarantine now. If you’ve grown tiresome of the recommended Netflix stream, “Wild Wild Country” stands as an enthralling ride.
Tiger King Trailer/Netflix

Netflix’s “Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness” sheds light on the eccentric big cat community

Kacey Connolly, Podcast Editor April 1, 2020
From throuple marriages and attempted murder to animal print suits and husbands fed to tigers, this series shows the strangest of America, only getting more bizarre the longer you watch.
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Childish Gambino’s “3.15.20” is a kaleidoscope of sound

Shane Guilfoyle, Assistant entertainment editor March 29, 2020
The multi-hyphenate returns after two years of radio silence, delivering a final project that injects new rhythms while culminating upon previous nuances
Whats Free to Stream While You Sit Inside All Day

What’s Free to Stream While You Sit Inside All Day

Julia Donohue, Entertainment Editor March 27, 2020
In case you need some distraction from the global crisis or just want to enjoy something other than your once-daily walk, here are some free streaming options.
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10 binge-worthy Netflix shows to watch while you’re social distancing

Brianna Silva, Managing Editor March 18, 2020
From bold anime to fresh comedy sketches, these shows will keep you watching while you help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
The Reel Deal: “Parasite”

The Reel Deal: “Parasite”

Olivia Barkett and Jozef Zekanoski March 12, 2020
Olivia Barkett and Jozef Zekanoski analyze crucial moments and elements in the award-winning movie “Parasite.”
Color Out of Space Trailer/Screenshot from YouTube

“Color Out Of Space” delivers more than just Nic Cage

Ian Dartley, Writer March 6, 2020
If your stomach is easily churned by gore, this may not be the film for you. However, if you find yourself able to look past that, you will be introduced to a world unlike any you have seen.
The Reel Deal Podcast: Movies that made us

The Reel Deal Podcast: Movies that made us

Olivia Barkett and Jozef Zekanoski March 5, 2020
No limit on genre, time periods, or subject matter, the Reel Deal is a conversation of all things film.
Artwork by Gracie Donovan

(Fake) Blonde Moment: Pete Davidson vs. Ariana Grande, Disney vs. Hilary Duff and Blarney vs. UMass

Grace Sherwood and Chad Douty March 5, 2020
Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood are finally back and here to discuss the latest music videos, Pete Davidson’s shade towards Ariana Grande and much more! They also debate whether Blarney is worth all the hype.
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