Trent Ryden Staff Writer “I can’t help myself, I think I need some help.” These words are the only lyrical contribution that the now deceased Mac Miller gave on the Ab-soul song D.R.U.G.S. As the song goes on, Miller reappears, only stating this line. In the case of Mac Miller, who died at the age of 26 on Sept. 7th of an apparent drug overdose, … Continue reading Remembering Mac Miller
Emily Hicks Staff Writer The Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro welcomed back a familiar band on Friday night, as Car Seat Headrest came to town as part of their Twin Fantasy tour. The air was muggy, but spirits were high as the crowd mulled through the entrance to the venue. Car Seat Headrest’s cross country tour celebrates the re-recording of lead singer Will Toledo’s solo album, … Continue reading Twin Fantasy: A Night at the Cradle with Car Seat Headrest
Alfonzo Rodriguez Staff Writer For the past week, something ancient has been stalking movie theatres. The film is loud, full of bloodlust and racking up a steady body count. This mysterious killer is not anything we see often, in fact audiences really only see it once every 8 to 10 years. The Predator, the ancient franchise from the 80’s has arrived back in theaters for … Continue reading The Predator
Emily Hicks Staff Writer While Hurricane Florence was approaching Wednesday night, the looming storm couldn’t keep down the hardcore scene on Spring Garden Street. The occasional breeze floated through the open back doors of the Blind Tiger, cooling down the inevitability sweaty bodies that are a key aspect of every hardcore show. The weather was perfectly suited to the popular attire of the evening: skinny … Continue reading A Post-Hardcore Throwback: Blessthefall at The Blind Tiger
Molly Lowler Staff Writer From the moment the lights dim and the eerie gauze curtains are pulled back, there is no question that And Then There Were None is a melodramatic masterpiece full of mystery and suspense. Triad Stage, the professional theatre company located in downtown Greensboro, recently kicked off its 18th season with Agatha Christie’s best-selling murder mystery, And Then There Were None, and … Continue reading “And Then There Were None” Review
Brittney Bailey Staff Writer The Community Theater of Greensboro’s new musical, Newsies, premiered on September 14, the day Hurricane Florence hit North Carolina. This alone makes the perfect excuse for the show’s opening night audience to be dead and lethargic, and the cast to be unenthused and stale. Yet, the exact opposite happened. The cast was bouncing with energy and enthusiasm. The audience cheered and … Continue reading CTG’s Show Newsies is a Fun Time at the Theater
Alfonzo Rodriguez Staff Writer In a world full of knock-off Marvel cinematic universes, The Conjuring franchise breathes new light – and fright – into a film industry which is barely treading water. But in the case of The Nun, the franchise may have just capsized. Despite some great cinematography and some (mostly) decent acting, The Nun comes off as a shameless cash grab that only … Continue reading The Nun
Kaitlyn Boeckel Staff Writer After nearly four years, Irish singer/songwriter Hozier finally released a powerful new EP. It is a change of tune from his self-titled first album, with a sense of urgency combined with a variety of themes that vary widely from song to song. While just an EP, if these songs are an indicator of what’s to come, the future is optimistically nihilistic. … Continue reading Nina Cried Power. Hozier Listened.
Keia Harris Arts and Entertainment Editor On Saturday, September 8th, Nick Cannon and his undoubtedly talented comedic team brought the Wild ‘n Out Show to Greensboro. The show was held at the Greensboro coliseum with a sold-out crowd. Seats filled the stadium as far as the eye could see, with laughing faces enjoying the evening’s music, complements of the talented spin King, DJ D-Wrek. Nick’s … Continue reading Wild’n Out Live Comes to Greensboro: Tour Review
Krysten Heberly Editor-in-Chief On Saturday, Sep 8, the UNCG Music Department put on their yearly showcase, affectionately named ‘Collage’. The show was once again sold out, and like always, really lived up to the hype. Between grand displays of vocal talent, to the cool sounds of jazz, this years ‘Collage’ truly showcased the talent right here in Greensboro. This year’s theme was the music of … Continue reading ‘Collage’: A Showcase of UNCG Talent
