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Being Funny in a Foreign Language Album Cover (Pitchfork)

The 1975’s “Being Funny in a Foreign Language” deserves a standing ovation

Sean Dunham, Music Editor October 26, 2022
Lead singer Matty Healy opens up about hardships with love and how to heal from the pain in a masterpiece of an album.

“The Invitation:” No marketing tactic can save this movie

Brooke Wallenstien, Contributor October 24, 2022

Directed by Jessica M. Thompson and written by Blair Butler, the movie “The Invitation” (2022) new iteration of the dracula tale has gotten a lackluster reviews. The marketing team for this movie was...

Its the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown was filmed in 1966,  its a much Halloween movie. 
Credit: NPR.com

Must watch classics to stream this spooky season

Rachel Dufault, Contributor October 20, 2022

Whether you like your movies to be horrifying or hilarious, here are some handpicked movies to watch this spooky season.  Grab your blanket and some of your favorite  candy because it's time for a...

Alice breaks open a carton of eggs, and discovers they are empty.

Don’t worry about skipping ‘Don’t Worry Darling’

Kimberly Coke, Contributor October 9, 2022

Like many people, I had been eagerly awaiting the release of Olivia Wilde’s Don’t Worry Darling since the day it was announced. A film starring Florence Pugh—my favorite actress, directed by Olivia...

A shot from the 1998 movie Life is Beautiful directed by Roberto Benigni. Credit: IMDB

What movies do UMass students enjoy watching?

Rachael Dufault, Contributor October 8, 2022

Whether you're procrastinating on an assignment, stuck at home quarantining, or want a relaxing night in, movies are a prominent part of college life. UMass students were asked what kinds of movies they...

Hold The Girl Album Cover (Pitchfork)

New Music Roundup: What I Listened to This Week

Eric Strong, Contributer October 7, 2022

Rina Sawayama - Hold The Girl Rina Sawayama’s breakout album, “SAWAYAMA”, was one of my favorites of 2020 and positioned her as a rising star in the pop scene. Her announcement of a new album had...

Although cruel and dull,  Blonde seeks to recreate iconic moments of the well-known actress through cinematography. credit IMDB

Blonde’ misses the mark and exploits Marilyn Monroe

Cecelia Cappello, Contributor October 7, 2022

In 2022, it is infuriating that we are still allowing men to degrade women to hypersexualized objects for their gratification and entertainment. The almost three-hour-long film, “BLONDE”,  that was...

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Wire Staff Playlist: Let’s Go Live

Amherst Wire Staff October 6, 2022
Once you listen to this playlist, you'll realize how life-changing live music can be!
Post Malone in Rio de Janiero, Brazil in September 2022 (Rolling Stone)

Injury-riddled Post Malone faces tough decisions during ongoing tour

Sean Dunham, Music Editor September 30, 2022
Following the release of Malone’s fourth studio album, “Twelve Carat Toothpaste,” the celebratory tour is off to a bumpy start.
Matt Shultz made sure to engage with all sides of the audience. Pictured here standing on a speaker reaching out to the right side of the crowd. (Cass Salot)

Sea.Hear.Now Festival in New Jersey brings live music to the sand for a star-studded fourth year

Cass Salot, TV/Film Editor September 29, 2022

The budding Sea.Hear.Now festival kicked off its fourth year in Asbury Park this past weekend with fans crawling from all over to see this year's star-studded lineup.  Stevie Nicks, Green Day, Cage...

“The Woman King” is a Fierce Crowd Pleaser

“The Woman King” is a Fierce Crowd Pleaser

Thomas Machacz, Contributor September 27, 2022

“The Woman King,” directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, is set in the West African kingdom of Dahomey in the early 19th century, home to the fearsome all-woman army, the Agojie. After refusing to take...

Picture of the organizers of Local Mojo

UMass student-run organization, Local Mojo is hip hopping and popping out as one of UMass’ main music hot spots

Cate Hanewich, Contributor September 22, 2022
Local Mojo, a new organization created in the last year by students, promotes UMass student musicians through on and off campus events and concerts.
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