The Fantastic Life of Young Frozone
Astghik Dion, Photo/Assistant Entertainment Editor
April 7, 2020
“With all due humbleness, I'm not trying to sound cocky, but there's not a lot of people that can write the way I write. The way I write, I tend to just focus on poetry, the relationship between words.”
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.
Quarantined Playlist: Ari Lennox with Smino, JPEGMAFIA, Quin NFN and more
March 31, 2020
With everyone stuck inside and socially distancing from each other, there’s never been a better time to stay up to date on some of the latest releases in the world of music. We’ll be updating this playlist each week. Here are this week’s music suggestions from the Amherst Wire staff.
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
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.
Why “After Hours” is The Weeknd’s best studio album to date
Trevor Wilson, Managing Editor
March 25, 2020
The Toronto-bred superstar is no stranger to making hits, but “After Hours” is a refreshing injection to The Weeknd's discography.
UMass student turned K-Pop icon
Nasya Blackshear, Writer
March 24, 2020
Taylor averages out at 40,000 views for every one-minute video she posts.
Quarantined Playlist: The Weeknd, Don Toliver, Phresher and more
March 24, 2020
With everyone stuck inside and socially distancing from each other, there's never been a better time to stay up to date on some of the latest releases in the world of music.
Celebrity Coronavirus tweets: The good, the bad, the ugly
Joanna Buoniconti, Copy Editor
March 22, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, many celebrities have tweeted to their fanbases in hopes of spreading positivity and advocating for safety measures.
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 Revival of Vinyl
Faith Cardoza, Writer
March 13, 2020
Vinyl records have been making a surprising comeback in the 21st century, capturing the interest of young people looking to expand their musical experience.
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.”
Joe Kochapski
Joe Kochapski talks with Tim Ennis, President of the UMass Democrats about coronavirus updates, the Trump-Taliban agreement, violence at Greece and Turkey border over migrants, and Bernie’s rise.
A guide to unplugging during quarantine
Take this quarantine as an opportunity to detox from social media and you may just find your newest hobby.
Ask Beccy: How to keep social distancing from making you distant
Beccy gives advice on how to stay close with your friends and family, which can be done even while social distancing.
Olivia Barkett and Jozef Zekanoski analyze crucial moments and elements in the award-winning movie “Parasite.”