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Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats

 Thomas Breeden      Staff Writer Missouri-born singer-songwriter Nathaniel Rateliff and his band, the Night Sweats, have launched onto the national scene with their eponymous album. Stax Records released the 11-song offering on Aug. 21. The Night Sweats, composed of Rateliff, Joseph Pope III, Patrick Meese, Mark Shusterman, Luke Mossman, Andy Wild and Wesley Watkins, brought their Denver-brewed folk rock flavor to the Tonight Show … Continue reading Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats

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“Rock-A-Bye Baby: A New Lullaby” Book Release

Vincent Johnson      Staff Writer As we grow and move throughout this world, there are times when we forget about the important roles that songs, words and art play in our lives. We get so caught up into the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we fail to appreciate what makes this world beautiful and worth living in. With their recent collaborative effort, “Rock-A-Bye … Continue reading “Rock-A-Bye Baby: A New Lullaby” Book Release

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DVD Review: “The Last Days of Disco”

Jackson Cooper     Staff Writer What’s the new chic for twentysomethings? Is it still ‘90s grunge? At one time, 1950s teenager was in, minus pantsuits and—you know, the whole conservative abstinence until marriage mindset. Women dominate over men when new trends become ‘chic,’ they lead the pack like a lipstick-hungry group of wolves. How could they not? They have better taste in clothing than … Continue reading DVD Review: “The Last Days of Disco”

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Top 5 Albums for the Fall

Jackson Cooper    Staff Writer One night back in high school, I felt my life turn into a movie. It was the beginning of a chilly evening, with a sunset forming a pink tapestry of clouds and colors as I drove home from school. The back roads I took had many small neighborhoods where I would see children playing outside as their contemplative parents looked … Continue reading Top 5 Albums for the Fall

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CD Review: “Hamilton” Original Broadway Cast

Jackson Cooper    Staff Writer “Hamilton” does what every high school student always fantasized about: it raps American history. Literally. The newest sensation on Broadway has received overwhelming hype for its concept: a 2+ hour rap musical featuring America’s founding fathers. When have dead white guys ever rapped? Never. But writer, composer and star Lin-Manuel Miranda has other ideas. Instead of old white guys rapping … Continue reading CD Review: “Hamilton” Original Broadway Cast

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A Friday night set by Bent Frequency Duo

Vincent Johnson     Staff Writer Bent Frequency Duo is a musical group composed of percussionist Stuart Gerber and saxophonist Jan Berry Baker. Last Friday night the duo performed a set at Mack and Mack clothing, which featured a number of unique pieces from composers like Mark Engebretson and Dorothy Hindman. Gerber and Baker, who are also both music professors at Georgia State University, are … Continue reading A Friday night set by Bent Frequency Duo

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Speakiesy App launched at UNCG

Shannon Neu    A&E Editor Speakiesy, a campus-specific app that combines features similar to social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram, was launched at UNCG on Sept. 5, 2015. Speakiesy intends to provide a safe space for students to make the most out of their college experiences. Students who have active university-specific .edu email addresses are able to download Speakiesy, as long … Continue reading Speakiesy App launched at UNCG

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Blind Tiger welcomes the Circus: Rinaldi Flying Circus talks about its vibe

Mary Windsor   Staff Writer The Rinaldi Flying Circus, a Greensboro-based band, performed at The Blind Tiger last Saturday, Sept. 19, to celebrate the success of their recent 10-day tour through the mid-Atlantic region of the United States. The band is made up of three Rinaldi siblings and Aaron Cummings. It is fronted by Stacey Rinaldi, who provides rich, sultry vocals. It also includes Joe Rinaldi … Continue reading Blind Tiger welcomes the Circus: Rinaldi Flying Circus talks about its vibe

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Kwame Alexander: Worthy of Recognition

Vincent Johnson      Staff Writer Nationally renowned author Kwame Alexander spoke at the Elliott University Center Auditorium on Monday, Sept. 12. Alexander, who has been writing for over twenty years, managed to construct an extremely impressive body of work. As a New York Times Bestselling author of 21  books, including two novels, and the receiver of the 2015 Newbery Medal for his 2014 hit, … Continue reading Kwame Alexander: Worthy of Recognition

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On Pop of the World Studios presents Breadfoot Release show

Sophia Lucente    Staff Writer On Thursday, Sept. 10, On Pop of the World Studios in Greensboro hosted an evening of Americana in celebration of the esteemed artist Breadfoot’s album release, “Salvatella.” The gathering was small but intimate, and showcased the power and the beauty of what continues to characterize the genre. On Pop of the World was founded in Feb. of 2011 by Backlot … Continue reading On Pop of the World Studios presents Breadfoot Release show

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