SOB x RBE: “Gangin” — A frantic, reflective project on life in the West Coast streets
Trevor Wilson, Writer
March 13, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Music, Showcase
The Bay Area rap crew serves up ruthless bars over chaotic beats to deliver a project that’ll have you nodding your head all the way through.
Theatre Guild brings “Heathers: The Musical” to UMass
Kathryn Fallah, Contributor
March 6, 2018
Filed under Campus, Entertainment, Features, Music, Showcase
This production touches upon some "really dark stuff" — such as mental illness, date rape, school bombings, abusive relationships and murder — but in a comical way.
808s and Ankle Breaks Podcast: Episode 1
Jonathan Kermah and Trevor Wilson
March 3, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Multimedia, Music, Podcasts, Showcase, Sports, Uncategorized
Tune in for some hot takes on the latest singles, projects and stories in hip-hop, as well as big performances and trending topics of the week in basketball.
These Oscar nominees are likely to win — but should they?
Hayley Solomon and Jordan Allen
March 2, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Opinion, Showcase, TV/Movies
Who is likely to take home the golden statues this year? And more importantly — who should?
Movie review: “Black Panther” brings black excellence to the Marvel cinematic universe
Jonathan Kermah, Assistant Entertainment Editor
February 26, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase, TV/Movies
From the moment Letitia Wright said, “WHAT ARE THOSE!” I knew Marvel’s “Black Panther” was truly for the culture.
“Cool Blue Jewels”: Riff Raff and DJ Afterthought throw a house party, and you’re probably invited
Jack Hamm, Contributor
February 26, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Music, Showcase
Two artists with a history of collaboration invite 16 features onto a 13-track collection, supplying your next Saturday night banger with a cornucopia of artists.
“Black Panther: The Album” — Three elements that make it more than a film score
Trevor Wilson, Contributor
February 18, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Music, Showcase
By incorporating artists from America to South Africa, Lamar curates a phenomenal soundtrack that touches on the cultural and thematic elements to be seen in the film while also providing songs that absolutely slap.
Top 5: Movies to watch this Valentine’s Day
Priya Bikkani and Kelly Palacios
February 11, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Lifestyle, Showcase, Student Life
Valentine's Day is a time for everyone to indulge in their sentimental sides, and what better way than through movies?
Migos “Culture II” album review: It’s deja vu with “Culture II”
Jack Hamm, Contributor
February 9, 2018
Filed under Entertainment, Music, Showcase
You might need a break from the Migos after the album's nearly two-hour runtime, but there are tracks and trends that will last a whole lot longer.
10 shows to binge watch during winter break
Sifa Kasongo, Contributor
December 19, 2017
Filed under Entertainment, Multimedia, Showcase, Top Five, TV/Movies
These 10 shows might not be as popular as "Game of Thrones" or "Stranger Things," but they're definitely worth checking out.
Tiffany Haddish makes history on SNL
Isabel Fowler, Contributor
December 7, 2017
Filed under Entertainment, Showcase, TV/Movies, Uncategorized
Saturday Night Live is a predominantly liberal satirical show that has been known to push boundaries. With this in mind, it was rather shocking that after 43 years, the show just had their first black female comedian host.
“Super Slimey” and “Without Warning”: A comparison
Jonathan Kermah, Contributor
December 5, 2017
Filed under Entertainment, Music, Showcase
“Super Slimey” seemed like a slam dunk at first glance, but it feels a bit mailed in.
Jonathan Kermah and Trevor Wilson
"If you're listening to J.Cole everyday, something is wrong with you."
808s and Ankle Breaks Podcast: Episode 5
Ian Munnelly, Politics/Op-Ed Editor
If North Korea’s economy and people continue to dwindle in strength and faith in their leader, Kim Jong-un may be left with no choice but denuclearization.
