Concert Review: of Montreal Slays Onstage at the Cat’s Cradle

Nathanael Rosenberger Staff Writer Carrboro is a strange city. The city’s vicinity to the fist bumping bro-culture that is UNC-Chapel Hill’s student life clashes with the liberal academics that work and go to that institution. This clash creates a strange vibe as far as the social scene goes with independent record stores right across from sports bars so generic in nature that they are literally … Continue reading Concert Review: of Montreal Slays Onstage at the Cat’s Cradle

Documentary Review: ‘Alpha Class’ Reveals the Politics and Pitfalls of Fraternity Life

Jessica Clifford A&E Editor Drinking, partying, philanthropy, women and brotherhood – the special concoction of none other than the average campus fraternity. The documentary, “Alpha Class,” based on the recharging of Arizona State University’s (ASU) Phi Sigma Kappa, stereotypically shows just this, while also engaging in the politics behind two failed fraternities. “Alpha Class,” digitally released by D-Mak Productions, was co-produced by Danny McManus and … Continue reading Documentary Review: ‘Alpha Class’ Reveals the Politics and Pitfalls of Fraternity Life

‘Observational Abstractions’: A Study in Color and Nature

Danielle Anderson Staff Writer Beginning March 2 and running until April 8, Greensboro’s visionary gallery, apartment complex and office space combo Revolution Mill will be hosting “Observational Abstractions,” an exhibition featuring the modern works of local artist Matthew Micca. Micca received his BFA from William Paterson University of New Jersey in 1996, and has been based in the Greensboro area for over 13 years. He … Continue reading ‘Observational Abstractions’: A Study in Color and Nature

Concert Review: Legendary Cellist Lynn Harrell Performs in UNCG’s Recital Hall

Emily Cramton Staff Writer Saturday night, the one and only Lynn Harrell performed a cello recital at UNCG as a part of the University Concert and Lecture Series. From Boccherini to Beethoven and more, Harrell showed off both his virtuosity and sense of humor in an exciting evening full of music. Last week marked Harrell’s second residency at UNCG in as many school years. He … Continue reading Concert Review: Legendary Cellist Lynn Harrell Performs in UNCG’s Recital Hall

Preview: Shame’s ‘Songs of Praise’ Tour Coming to the Cat’s Cradle

Matthew Paterson Staff Writer Shame, an upcoming punk band that hails from South London, just released their debut album “Songs of Praise” this January, and has received much critical acclaim from the UK to the U.S. They are currently touring around America right now from coast to coast and will make a stop at the beloved Cat’s Cradle in Carrboro on March 20. Hit music … Continue reading Preview: Shame’s ‘Songs of Praise’ Tour Coming to the Cat’s Cradle

Review: Kobe Bryant’s ‘Dear Basketball’

Daniel Johnson Sports Editor Kobe Bryant won an Oscar… Neat. Okay honestly, Kobe took home the trophy the moment it was announced that “Dear Basketball,” the three and a half minute short film about Bryant’s love for the sport of basketball, narrated by the Mamba himself, was named a finalist for “Best Animated Short Film.” Bryant was by far the biggest name out of the … Continue reading Review: Kobe Bryant’s ‘Dear Basketball’

New on Netflix: Three Reviews of Netflix Originals

Emily Hicks Staff Writer Spring break means a lot of things: going to the beach with friends, getting a tan and finding time to relax. For many of us, relaxing comes in the form of catching up on some Netflix originals. Here are three reviews of some of the newest movies Netflix has to offer. Scoring a whopping 14 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, “The Open … Continue reading New on Netflix: Three Reviews of Netflix Originals

Carol Cole and Using the Feminine Form to Emote Pain and Understanding

Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor Carol Cole: Cast A Clear Light, the newest exhibit housed in the Weatherspoon Art Museum, features an artist’s themed artwork and her corresponding collection. The two-room exhibit, which opened March 3, reveals a timeline of Cole’s artwork as she matured as an artist and collector. She began taking art seriously by her late 20s, after enrolling in a class … Continue reading Carol Cole and Using the Feminine Form to Emote Pain and Understanding

Review: ‘Grace and Frankie’ Season 4

Catie Byrner Features Editor Since its premiere on May 8, 2015, the Netflix original series, “Grace and Frankie” has amassed a cult following. Season one was largely defined by the shocking and humorous nature of its plot; Jane Fonda’s Grace Hanson and Lily Tomlin’s Frankie Bergstein are bound together through the discovery that their husbands, Robert and Sol, (Martin Sheen and Sam Waterston) are not … Continue reading Review: ‘Grace and Frankie’ Season 4

Review: Shy Kids Quirky New Visual Album “in a state”

Matthew Paterson Staff Writer “In a state,” the most recent album from the Toronto based indie-pop band Shy Kids is set to release Feb. 23. This album follows their 2015 release “Loftly!” which was met with praise from critics. Since their formation in 2010, they have been actively putting out videos and music, and working for a plethora of companies such as Vice, MTV, Red … Continue reading Review: Shy Kids Quirky New Visual Album “in a state”