By Kashif Stone, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 4, 2015 The North Carolinian music scene ignited Friday night at New York Pizza on Tate Street with the presentation of a few local punk rock bands. Lilac Shadows, Nest Egg and Wahya’s performed for an enthusiastic, almost full house. Lilac Shadows took the stage first and performed songs from their new album entitled “Brutalism”. The entire performance … Continue reading Punk rock prevails at N.Y.P.
By Shannon Neu, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 4, 2015 Since the early 1990’s, the Riot Grrrls have been transforming the dynamic of the punk and indie rock music scenes. The Riot Grrrl movement, which was formed in the Pacific Northwest, began as a music, art and literature-based social justice movement that spoke out regarding issues relating to third wave feminism, such as rape culture, body … Continue reading What is Riot Grrrl?
By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 4, 2015 Five years ago, Arthur Boudman began studying at UNC-Greensboro. He moved to the Gate City where, as a young drummer, he networked his talents and advanced his musical prowess. In Greensboro’s own Black Santa or the dynamic duo that is Sacred Oaks, his drumming provides rhythmic sentiment and welcome solidarity. For years, Black Santa was widely … Continue reading UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: Arthur Boudman
By Cassandra Hardman, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 4, 2015 As the sound check ended, Larry Draugh Jr. approached the microphone at the International Civil Rights Center & Museum, jumping right into the show. It was exactly 5:00 as Draugh introduced “Black Rhythm and Blue Harmony: the Sound of a Movement” and his band members for the night. Draugh himself would be on the drums; on … Continue reading Civil Rights Museum hosts music, social commentary
By Joseph Abraham, Editor-in-Chief Published in print on Feb.25, 2015 State Sen. Trudy Wade, who represents District 27-Guilford, has landed in some hot water lately. She proposed Senate Bill 36, which would decrease the number of city council members to seven. The News & Record reports that, if passed, at least four current city council members would be forced out of office. Many believe this … Continue reading Cup of Joe: The General Assembly has no business redistricting Greensboro
By Katerina Mansour, Staff Writer Published in print Feb. 25, 2015 In college classrooms and social gatherings we often come across people who make our teeth grind and our blood boil. Chances are, during your time at UNCG you’ve come across people in your classes who could literally drive you mad. Then again, chances are you’ve been that person as well. This article isn’t aimed at attacking … Continue reading Don’t be that person
By Taylor Smith, Staff Writer Published in print Feb. 25, 2015 By now, pretty much everyone is aware of the aftermath from last week’s blizzard. Classes were cancelled, facilities shut down, and the roads were nearly impossible to drive on. There is a running joke that North Carolina tends to have the most extreme, melodramatic response to even the possibility of snow. Despite this, the efforts to … Continue reading Preparing for the next Winter “killstorm”
By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor Published in print Feb. 25, 2015 A decade and a half into the 21st century, Americans have mastered the art of sleek technology and trendsetting via sharp, shiny advertising. The drugs we put in our bodies are no exception to these practices. It’s easy to pick up one of those silvery, tobacco-free suckers and feel swayed – even charmed – by its … Continue reading “Put the e-cig out” or whatever
By Rebecca Harrelson, Staff Writer Published in print Feb. 25, 2015 Social media is taking over; generations are constantly bombarded with new ways to share ideas, news and happenings occurring in day to day life. Hashtags when you really think about it are merely a symbol and improper grammar, yet hashtags have spread like wildfire. We now use them as a way to either tie together thoughts … Continue reading Yes all lives matter, but please hear our words
By Joseph Abraham, Editor-in-Chief Published in print Feb. 25, 2015 The 2060 fans who watched the Men’s Basketball team this past Sunday ecstatically exited the Greensboro Coliseum as UNCG defeated Furman in a Sunday matinee blowout. The Spartans shocked many not simply by beating the Paladins, but that the final result was a score of 84-49. In their overwhelming success the team won their first game since … Continue reading Men’s Basketball ends skid against Furman
