This post was updated April 18 at 5:55 p.m. The impact of music extends far beyond the play and pause buttons. Formed in the 1970s as an underground movement, hip-hop has expanded into various art forms and musical subgenres – with rap specifically being one of the most popular musical styles among today’s youth. Read more...
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April 12, 12:42 pm
‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ season 1 recap – episode 4: ‘The Whole World Is Watching’
Warning: spoilers ahead. The icons of both the Flag Smashers and the Avengers are destabilizing and crumbling. Released Friday, the fourth segment of the “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” strains the characters’ morals while further developing the titular partnership. Read more...
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April 9, 4:14 pm
Album review: BROCKHAMPTON addresses tough topics in album oversaturated with collaboration
BROCKHAMPTON is lighting up the world of hip-hop. The group’s rumored second-to-last album, “ROADRUNNER: NEW LIGHT, NEW MACHINE,” highlights BROCKHAMPTON’s musical versatility while addressing difficult topics like racism, homophobia and the effects of COVID-19. Read more...
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April 9, 3:13 pm
TV preview: Spring brings strong lineup of shows to streaming services
This post was updated April 11 at 7:55 p.m. It’s bingeing season – TV-landia is getting a highly anticipated spring makeover. For viewers looking for a new fixing or a return back to established fictional worlds, studios are pulling all the stops to deliver. Read more...
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April 5, 9:04 pm
Rising Artists: Spring into the season with tracks from blossoming artists
Spring is the time for rejuvenation and growth – for both the earth and the music industry. As Bruins spend their time languidly basking in the sun, fresh-faced artists are waiting for a spot on their spring playlists. Read more...
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April 5, 1:39 pm
Film preview: Spring 2021 brings much-anticipated postponed features to the silver screen
Even the razzle-dazzle of Oscars season cannot overshadow the fresh, springy wave of films to come. After an enduring test of patience, viewers can look forward to some of the most highly anticipated features from last year that are now slotting themselves into 2021’s spring slate. Read more...
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April 4, 1:30 pm
‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ season 1 recap – episode 3: ‘Power Broker’
This post was updated April 4 at 6:10 p.m. Warning: spoilers ahead. As Super Soldiers inch toward their goals and conflict begins to crescendo, the appearance of old enemies forces a different tune. Read more...
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