Vincent Johnson Staff Writter *In the print issue, distributed on Aug. 19, this article was miscredited In what will probably go down as one of the biggest trolls in hip-hop history, Dr. Dre recently announced that his long-awaited album, “Detox,” had been scrapped. After over a decade of anticipation, “Detox” had been aborted. However, not all was lost. Within this perceived betrayal, there … Continue reading Compton: A Soundtrack” Album Review
Mary Windsor Staff Writter Raleigh native Genevieve Palmer’s passion for the arts began early in life. She began playing violin in the third grade. Then, in middle school, she started playing both viola and bass. Palmer played in orchestras and jazz combos when she was in high school. Palmer’s love for music has since followed her to UNCG where she studies the double … Continue reading Artists Weekly: Gen Palmer
Thomas Breeden Staff Writer Walking into Geeksboro Coffeehouse Cinema feels much like taking a step into a Wes Anderson film: both are full of a diverse cast of characters in a quirky, offbeat environment where anyone—even the oddest of oddballs—can belong, with no one so much as batting an eye. It was an easy move, then, to blend the two so seamlessly to … Continue reading Wes Fest hits Greensboro
Shannon Neu A&E Editor Members of UNCG’s theater department gave a stellar performance of “Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune” Friday. A story about how two people with seemingly contrasting personalities discover that they are kindred spirits, “Frankie and Johnny and the Clair de Lune” inspired audience members to consider what it means truly to connect with another human. After a one-night rendezvous, … Continue reading Falling in Love with Frankie and Johnny
By Spencer Schneier, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 27, 2014 On a beautiful Thursday night in the historical district of Greensboro, Elsewhere museum and collaborative art space held an Artist Talk for new resident-artist Elizabeth Hamilton. Elsewhere is an exceptional setting, and a glimpse into humans and our interactions with the environment around us. Framed by an open window-front, the museum is the site … Continue reading Elsewhere provides unique glimpse into past, future
Imogen Heap has made significant contributions to modern music technology as of late. (above) By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor Morrissey – World Peace is None of Your Business The former Smiths frontman is a lonely prophet disguised on a dancefloor, delivering obscure commemorations to artisans past and dismissing the world as we know it as mundane and politically corrupt. Echoing with dreamy guitar riffs and electronically-tinged instrumental … Continue reading Summer ‘14: The Playlist
By Shanece Brent, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 20, 2014 Harden has established an expansive home studio in which he records and combines each individual instrument for his completed albums. (above) Stacy Harden is the mastermind behind the Chapel Hill based Americana band Manna Frost Trio. The bassist, drummer, guitarist, pianist and vocalist of the one man band is the creator of three albums … Continue reading Swan City Sounds, Manna Frost Trio: upcoming local projects
Greensboro locals The Bronzed Chorus concluded the day’s festivities. (above) By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 20, 2014 Students, musicians and radio die-hards gathered at Glenwood Books and Coffee on Monday July 28th, the night of WUAG’s 50th anniversary. Approaching the antiquated bookshop, the loud sounds of chatter and post-punk rock could be heard from blocks away. Vendors stood busy inside and … Continue reading WUAG turns 50
By Sophia Lucente, Staff Writer Welcome to Greensboro – where art is not only born but is systematically, creatively dispersed by news-worthy forces of good. One such force is Amplifier, our city’s newest source for cultural reporting whose Volume II, Issue 1 release Friday night at the Blind Tiger drew hundreds of local art patrons. Amplifier was founded in April 2013 by UNCG English alumnus … Continue reading Amplifier ‘zine establishes second volume, website
By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 20, 2014 Each Wednesday of the summer, Central City Park in downtown Greensboro hosts “Tunes at Noon”, a summer treat for city residents that features local and traveling musicians. A lunch time experience, families come from all over the area to hear music and enjoy food with friends. On August 13th, “Tunes at Noon” featured local … Continue reading Tunes at Noon Hosts Lowland Hum
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