Concept Albums: How Music and Storytelling Unite

Brian Hornfeldt Staff Writer/Social Media Manager If you’ve ever listened to an album and noticed how the lyrics across the tracks all relate to one another, you were probably listening to a concept album. One definition of a concept album is “an album whose tracks hold a larger purpose or meaning collectively than they do individually,” and I think that this is a perfect summation … Continue reading Concept Albums: How Music and Storytelling Unite

Movie Review of Jordan Peele’s “Nope” 

Aliyah Gibbs Staff Writer/Editor Jordan Peele has proved himself as a renowned and respected director, producer and cinematographer in film. I have been so impressed by his journey to this status, and I feel most people share the same sentiment. I, like many others, was introduced to Jordan Peele through the comedy duo Key and Peele. He and his co-star Keegan-Michael Key had a successful … Continue reading Movie Review of Jordan Peele’s “Nope” 

Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”: UNCG’s Modern Twist

Erin Yandell Staff Writer “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is a Shakespeare comedy frequently adapted and performed by numerous acting companies since its origin in the late sixteenth century. Its popularity stands the test of time, incorporating the themes of love, mischief and enchantment and the unique element of showing a play within a play. The story follows four Athenian couples who are stuck in a … Continue reading Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”: UNCG’s Modern Twist

A Ghoul Guide to Halloween Films

It is finally October, which marks the beginning of a chilling season filled with decorations, gore and all the thrill you can seek. If you love a good scare, then you’ll truly enjoy celebrating the holiday with a variety of hair-raising films that will keep you on the edge of your seat.  Veronica Glover Staff Writer Halloween happens to be my favorite holiday of the … Continue reading A Ghoul Guide to Halloween Films

Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story

An Honest Portrayal or An Outrage to Mourning Families? Erin Yandell Staff Writer Our society is obsessed with true crime. Since the term “serial killer” was coined by Robert Ressler in the 1970s and the discovery of horrific cases such as John Wayne Gacy, Richard Ramirez and unfortunately countless more, we have been hooked. People become engrossed in trying to understand the unthinkable.  Numerous articles, … Continue reading Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story

The Office Ladies Podcast

“Wow! Lady, that is Amazing!”  Erin Yandell Staff Writer These emboldened words perfectly describe the sassy, empowered duo of Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. According to research done by a fan, Dr. Peter Thibodeau, Lady was said 636 times and Amazing was said 786 times by the 92nd episode. It investigates their friendship and emphasizes the show’s friendly atmosphere.  “The Office” co-stars, Angela Kinsey and … Continue reading The Office Ladies Podcast

The Year of Joseph Quinn

Erin Yandell Staff Writer Fandoms are the lifeblood of celebrity status. The power of social media can boost a lesser-known celebrity into stardom overnight. Time and time again, celebrities star in a Netflix original role that puts them into the entertainment arena, such as Chase Stokes and Madelyn Cline in the quarantine favorite “Outer Banks.” The notoriety of a show such as “Stranger Things” puts … Continue reading The Year of Joseph Quinn

“Don’t Worry Darling”: And All That Came With It

Lizette Ibanez Staff Writer “Don’t Worry Darling,” a new psychological thriller directed by Olivia Wilde, just came out this past week on Sept. 23. This movie takes place in the picture-perfect suburban community of Victory. The husbands work for the same top-secret company and the wives stay at home asking no questions–simply accepting their lavish, all-you-could-wish-for life in Victory. The movie stars Florence Pugh in … Continue reading “Don’t Worry Darling”: And All That Came With It

Is Seeing Always Believing?

Brian Hornfeldt Staff Writer, Social Media Manager With the invention of the camera came the ability to store moments, memories and emotions on a physical object. From the first photo in 1826, which required several hours of uninterrupted exposure, to the last photo you took on your phone, the evolution of photography has brought with it a wide range of benefits, as well as downsides. … Continue reading Is Seeing Always Believing?

Beast: Lion Gone Rogue

Maggie Collins Staff Writer As we near the Halloween season, we are seeing more horror movies come into theaters and streaming platforms. Since I have never been much of a fan of super scary and paranormal movies, I look for more thriller-based movies. “Beast” was a different kind of thriller than I have watched in quite some time. In the beginning, I thought I had … Continue reading Beast: Lion Gone Rogue