Album Review: Blonde by Frank Ocean

Molly Lawler Staff Writer In today’s day and age, listening to an album from beginning to end is almost unheard of. The widespread use of apps, such as Spotify, has encouraged users to choose their favorites off of an album and create their own modern day “mixtapes”, better known today as playlists. Although I would consider myself a huge supporter (and user) of the “shuffle” … Continue reading Album Review: Blonde by Frank Ocean

HERstory: The Queen of Soul

Lauren Summers Features Editor On Aug. 16, 2018, Aretha Franklin, also known as The Queen of Soul, passed away in her home in Detroit, Michigan. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Franklin was destined to lead crowds. Her father was a Baptist preacher well known for his sermons, and her mother was a pianist and vocalist. Franklin first started belting out tunes when she was around 10 … Continue reading HERstory: The Queen of Soul

Top Five Most Anticipated Summer Albums

Matthew Peterson Staff Writers  The summer is right around the corner, with the only obstacle being the brooding week of crippling anxiety and cramming, also known as “Finals Week”. As grueling as that will be, the promise of not having to deal with the pressures of school awaits us all on the other side. The lack of scholastic responsibility is not the only upside to … Continue reading Top Five Most Anticipated Summer Albums

Top Five Most Anticipated Summer Albums

Matthew Paterson Staff Writer The summer is right around the corner, with the only obstacle being the brooding week of crippling anxiety and cramming, also known as “Finals Week”. As grueling as that will be, the promise of not having to deal with the pressures of school awaits us all on the other side. The lack of scholastic responsibility is not the only upside to … Continue reading Top Five Most Anticipated Summer Albums

Nap Eyes at The Pinhook

Emily Hicks Staff Writer  If on a Friday night you find yourself walking past The Pinhook in downtown Durham, you might not even think to step inside. From the street, it looks small and cramped and it isn’t immediately obvious that there’s even a stage within. Many folks likely just consider it a bar. From the inside, though, the bar hosts a small stage with … Continue reading Nap Eyes at The Pinhook