Rapper Drake at his finest with sophomore album

By Josh Samson, Arts Editor
December 21, 2011

  In this new age of music, only those who can successfully blend genres to create music that touches every soul can make it in a cut-throat music industry. In two years, rapper Drake has gone from former-Degrassi-star-turned-rapper to the top of the charts with his mix of hard rap lyrics and emotional... Read more »

‘Ever After’ showcases Canadian band’s talent

By Lauren Price, Staff Writer
December 21, 2011

  Canada has given America many great gifts: maple syrup, ice hockey and a polite attitude. However, between Justin Bieber and Nickelback, the US has not received the greatest musical talent from that country. It is only natural that Americans are dubious of new Canadian Acts.   One band that... Read more »

Rihanna presents a darker side in ‘Talk That Talk’

By Lizz Chen, Circulation Manager
December 21, 2011

  Musical artist Rihanna released her fifth studio album Talk That Talk Nov. 21, only a little over a year after releasing Loud. The new album demonstrates Rihanna’s versatility not only as a performer but also as a pop culture icon.   While Loud featured a predominantly lighter side to Rihanna,... Read more »

‘Tintin’ fans eagerly awat film’s theatrical release

By Bhaavya Srivastava, News Production Editor
December 21, 2011

 People from all over the world have grown up reading The Adventures of Tintin, a series of comic books written by late Belgian artist Hergé, featuring the clever boy reporter, Tintin, and his loyal and adept dog, Snowy.  Although the series is hugely popular in Europe, it never gained a large following... Read more »

‘Pumped up Kicks’ features dark undertones

By: Jamie Lescht, Public Relations
November 22, 2011

Every day the most popular radio stations blast Foster the People’s new song “Pumped Up Kicks.“ The song’s happy and catchy tune fills listener’s minds making it impossible to not sing along. Little do they know that they’re actually singing about a student being bullied to the point... Read more »

Coldplay returns with mixed-genre fifth album

By: Ariana Etessami, Staff Writer
November 22, 2011

The internationally-acclaimed rock band Coldplay is back from the recording studio with a hot new take on the famously mellow yet addictive music style they have come to call their own. The band artfully created fourteen tracks for their Oct. 24 album, giving it a peculiar name—Mylo Xyloto. According... Read more »

Wale shows growth with ‘Ambition,’ lacks heart

By: Josh Samson, Arts Editor
November 22, 2011

Since his independent debut two years ago, D.C. rapper Wale has been working hard to win over the ears and hearts of hip-hop’s new generation of listeners. After signing with Rick Ross’ Maybach Music Group in February 2011, the “Nike Boots” rapper landed in the national spotlight, and... Read more »

Spotify poses challenge to iTunes as top music app

By: Elizabeth Campbell, Sports Production Editor
November 22, 2011

“Hello America. Spotify here.” Spotify is a British music provider that offers customers access to millions of songs, ranging from Mumford and Sons to Pokémon, and it has come to America. Spotify allows users to listen to music without buffering and without having to purchase each individual... Read more »

No ordinary life: Common gets real in memoir

Josh Samson, Arts Editor
October 26, 2011

  In his 20-year career, Common has been noted for being a talented rapper, actor, model, poet, and philanthropist. Now, he can successfully add “New York Times best-selling author” to the list.    According to the New York Times official website, Common’s debut memoir “One... Read more »

Gaga’s sister steals spotlight in fashion industry

Ariana Etessami, Staff Writer
October 26, 2011

  Have you heard of Natali Germanotta?   Lady Gaga’s younger sister— a.k.a. Gaga 2.0— is about to take the fashion world by storm as the peculiar Mother Monster’s trance over her “little monsters” begins to slowly wear off.   Before her interview in a September Teen... Read more »