2016 Java Jam at Urban Grinders

Vincent Johnson      Staff Writer Last weekend, Greensboro’s downtown art and coffee shop Urban Grinders held their Java Jam music event, which featured performances from various local hip-hop and R&B artists. A few standout artists from the lineup included a fiery female emcee by the name of LoveyytheDon, a young, passionate lyricist named Bryce Gilmore and a talented singer-songwriter, named Cassanova. Each brought a … Continue reading 2016 Java Jam at Urban Grinders

Beast of No nation

Nyra Hudson   Staff Writer Around the world there is injustice everywhere. There are injustices that preside which are not exploited across news channel headlines or in the papers. There are countless injustices that are immoral which continue to exist today worldwide. One of those injustices directly relates to the film “Beast of No Nation” which gives intricate details of the atrocities associated with being … Continue reading Beast of No nation

The Big Apple and typewriters: How one art professor is pushing the boundaries

Kashif Stone   Staff Writer In January, I wrote a piece on UNCG art professor Sheryl Oring highlighting her many works which examine critical social issues through innovative ways of storytelling. Oring’s project, “I Wish to Say,” has been one of her most notable projects to date. In previous years, she has dressed up in 1960s secretary attire, set up a public office — complete … Continue reading The Big Apple and typewriters: How one art professor is pushing the boundaries

Spring Dances Review

Mary Windsor     Staff Writer Last weekend, UNCG’s Dance Department hosted its 2016 Spring Dances, a concert where spring repertory courses for dance undergraduates and graduate students are able to showcase what they have learned throughout the semester.  With four performances in total with 50 dancers, the culmination of the spring semester was considered a success among professors and audience members alike. Cynthia Ling … Continue reading Spring Dances Review

Pinterest’s DIY has positive impacts on arts and economics

Kashif Stone   Staff Writer The 21st century birthed a world revolving around technology, internet dependency and social media. Social media has altered many aspects of human life such as the way we communicate, make judgments and even think on a daily basis. Platforms such as Facebook, and the less frequently used MySpace, allows users to connect with old friends, classmates, family members or what … Continue reading Pinterest’s DIY has positive impacts on arts and economics

YouTube’s Impact on Music

Alexea Brown    Staff Writer Last February, YouTube celebrated its 10th anniversary as the most popular video-sharing website on the internet. YouTube has provided entertainers, teachers and creators of all types with a platform to connect with, inspire and be inspired by billions of people around the world. The website has completely changed the way companies advertise and interact with their customers, and even had … Continue reading YouTube’s Impact on Music

The Evolution of Music Consumption in the Era of the Internet

Vinnie Johnson      Staff Writer Ever since the age of the internet began, the way that people consume various products has been evolving at an extremely rapid velocity. One of the products whose consumption has changed the most drastically is music. As a rap nerd, one of the things I enjoy the most is talking with old heads about what it was like back … Continue reading The Evolution of Music Consumption in the Era of the Internet

Millenials, Social Media and the Continuing Rise of the Music Festival

Mary Windsor     Staff Writer Coachella, Lollapalooza, SXSW, Moogfest, Bonnaroo… do these sound familiar to you? They’re all popular music festivals that (sometimes) include camping by your car, spending the day outside walking under the hot sun from venue to venue, listening to live music and meeting new people over the course of a few days. After the festival has run its course, there’s … Continue reading Millenials, Social Media and the Continuing Rise of the Music Festival

How the Internet is Changing the Way We Read

Shannon Neu    A&E Editor As a student teacher, I FINALLY had my spring break two weeks ago. I had been looking forward to a week of quiet relaxation for what felt like way too long. One of the things I was most excited for was the chance to finally sit down and read a book – something I hadn’t been able to do all … Continue reading How the Internet is Changing the Way We Read

Brews & Bubbles at the Greensboro Science Center

Shannon Neu     A&E Editor Lovers of science and alcoholic beverages will have the chance to gaze at meerkats, learn about dinosaurs and sip on delicious samplings of beer, wine and hard cider during the Greensboro Science Center’s second Brews & Bubbles event on April 23. Guests (who must be 21 or older) will receive a souvenir sample glass to taste drinks from a … Continue reading Brews & Bubbles at the Greensboro Science Center