Lately with Layne: Timely political themes emerge from ‘Wicked’
By Layne Rey | Dec. 3, 2024Although “Wicked” has notes of nostalgia and happiness for many viewers, the entire storyline carries serious, timely political themes hidden in plain sight.
FILM, TV & MUSIC
Rise in streaming services increases TV episode length
By Leanne Abel | Dec. 2, 2024Due to the rise of streaming services, TV shows are getting longer.
‘Gladiator II’ will not echo in eternity
By Jude Hannahs | Nov. 26, 2024This week, article writer Jude Hannahs reviews Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator II” (2024).
Album Review: Kendrick Lamar is reincarnated on ‘GNX’
By Logan Adams | Nov. 25, 2024In his sixth studio album, Lamar reflects on his origins, growth and past lives.
ROAR, Side Bar invites fresh records for Vinyl Night
By Jen Fosnaught | Nov. 22, 2024The Side Bar and Republic of Athens Records team up monthly to host a welcomed Vinyl Night.
Opening for concerts boosts musicians’ careers
By Grace Schmidt | Nov. 21, 2024Being a concert opener is a vital step into becoming a mainstream artist.
Indigenous representation has risen in film, TV
By Jude Hannahs | Nov. 20, 2024Different movies and TV shows have highlighted Indigenous cultures and their stories.
Metal Mondays: Paul-Tyson fight highlights ethical, moral failings in sports
By Jackson McCoy | Nov. 19, 2024The physicality of sports encourages violence and idolization of undeserving people.
Pop music is having a cultural comeback
By Elizabeth Talaga | Nov. 19, 2024Music varies from decade to decade, but the 2020s has seen a great resurgence in pop music.
Snail Satan rocks to its own beat
By Ethan Herx | Nov. 19, 2024With no two shows being the same, the group chooses to let the songs speak for themselves and bring a good time rather than sticking to one specific style.
Album Review: Linkin Park starts 'From Zero' with new record
By Brooke Phillips | Nov. 18, 2024With singles like “The Emptiness Machine” and “Heavy Is the Crown,” Linkin Park’s newest record breathes life into their discography after their 7-year hiatus.
AI brings back the deceased in films, TV
By Alexandra Hopkins | Nov. 15, 2024Artificial intelligence enables us to bring celebrities from the dead and back on screen, but how does the industry feel?
Meet the nominees for Best New Artist at the Grammys
By Cami Seymore | Nov. 13, 2024Best New Artist is one of the four biggest categories at the Grammys, and eight artists are competing for the coveted award.
Student Spotlight: Rylee Bapst takes over Athens’ music scene
By Cami Seymore | Nov. 12, 2024Rylee Bapst, an Ohio University senior, is a local musician who plays vocals and guitar for several local bands while writing his own, original music.
‘We Live in Time’ is a bittersweet romance
By Jude Hannahs | Nov. 6, 2024John Crowley’s newest film, “We Live in Time” (2024), is a touching feature.
3 great films about presidential elections
By Jude Hannahs | Nov. 5, 2024Here are some of the best films about presidential elections.
6 best Disney Channel theme songs
By Elizabeth Talaga | Nov. 5, 2024Which Disney Channel theme songs are the best?
Why didn’t Frank Ocean appear on ‘CHROMAKOPIA?’
By Cami Seymore | Nov. 5, 2024After rumors swirled the internet about a Frank Ocean feature on Tyler, the Creator’s new album “CHROMAKOPIA,” fans were left wondering if Ocean has left the music industry altogether.
Album review: ‘Chromakopia’ captivates hip-hop audiences
By Abby Jenkins | Nov. 1, 2024Tyler, The Creator’s new album “Chromakopia” is one of his most personal projects to date and captures the essence of hip-hop sound.
Frightful Favorites: 6 Spooky Songs for Your Halloween Playlist
By Brooke Phillips | Oct. 30, 2024Continuing the two-year-long Halloween playlist, here are six more songs to keep your Halloween frightfully fun.
