Arts & Entertainment
The Bad Bad Hats is an alternative pop-rock foursome with a unique sound and energy. It takes some influences from punk and indie sounds but…
“Hotel Artemis,” the directorial debut from writer Drew Pearce, takes place in a futuristic 2028 Los Angeles which has been stormed by rioters. There is…
Jun. 1, 2018
Mazie debut EP, ‘omw’ achieves blend of originality and pop
In my experience, artists who make their debut in college tend to stumble out of the gate. A lot of times this is simply the…
Jun. 1, 2018
Ryan Reynolds brings the laughs in ‘Deadpool 2’
When Disney bought 20th Century Fox a few months back, one of the first questions people had was what would become of Deadpool. Thankfully, nothing…
Jun. 1, 2018
‘Solo’ is another strong entry in ‘Star Wars’ saga
“Never tell me the odds.” Who knew that a single line from Han Solo in a film released almost 40 years ago would so perfectly…
Jun. 1, 2018
Shawn Mendes releases solid self-titled album
The Vine star has outlasted Vine. Shawn Mendes is arguably the biggest star to cultivate a following on the now-retired social media app. Over a…
May. 25, 2018
True crime continues with Netflix’s ‘Evil Genius’
Fifteen years ago Brian Wells, a pizza delivery man in Erie, Pennsylvania, strolled into a PNC Bank holding a cane and wearing a bulky t-shirt.…
May. 25, 2018
Controversial drama ’13 Reasons Why’ releases season 2
The first season of “13 Reasons Why” was meant to open a conversation about suicide and mental health in our culture. It succeeded, receiving both…
May. 25, 2018
James Bay evolves for new album ‘Electric Light’
James Bay broke through in 2015 with his single “Hold Back the River.” This was the lead single off the English singer-songwriter’s debut album “Chaos…
May. 25, 2018
A midseason look at sophomore outing of ‘Westworld’
Going into the premiere of Season 2, I was not overly excited for the continuation of what had been an interesting show, “Westworld.” But after…
May. 25, 2018
I watched Steven Seagal movies so you don’t have to
I’ve wasted a large portion of my life. This Saturday, I didn’t leave my room for nearly eight hours. While others are curing cancer, starting…
May. 18, 2018
Good Good Comedy Theatre show is good good
All the studying and homework chaos of week six ended with a rather unusual but noteworthy Friday night. As someone who appreciates both comedy and…
May. 18, 2018
Jessie Ware delivers a breathtaking show at the TLA
One of my favorite albums of 2017 was one I stumbled upon by total chance. I was scrolling through Apple Music one day and saw…
May. 18, 2018
Silicon Valley season is weaker but still entertaining
The general consensus on this newest season of the hit HBO comedy series “Silicon Valley” is that this was perhaps the weakest season, but compensated…
May. 18, 2018
Sofar Sounds Philadelphia makes a unique experience
Hosted by familiar faces with performances by talented up-and-coming artists, Sofar Sounds creates an event unlike any other. Sofar, a shortened version of the phrase…
May. 18, 2018
Beach House delivers solid dreampop
Out of all the bands rising through the indie scene this decade, Beach House is perhaps the most consistent. Since their self-titled debut in 2006,…
May. 11, 2018
‘Dear White People: Vol. 2’ impresses
Netflix’s hit show “Dear White People” is back for a second season to discuss issues of privilege and race with an even closer eye and…