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Review: Spears' signature sound cannot appeal to modern listeners

Review: Spears’ signature sound cannot appeal to modern listeners

By Angela Weldon, Staff Writer • August 30, 2016
Her signature 90s sound — the peppy synth beats, generic bass drops and basic lyrics — feels stale compared to her contemporaries, like Nicki Minaj and Beyoncé. Each song may have topped the charts in Spears’ heyday, but now the tracks feel forced and inauthentic. Her album may have been better received had she made more of an effort to stay current.
"War Dogs", directed by Todd Phillips, follows uncanny duo David Packouz (Miles Teller, left) and Efraim Diveroli (Jonah Hill, right) on their misadventures during mid-war America.

Review: ‘War Dogs’ film barks up the wrong tree

By Sam Fischer, Contributing Writer • August 30, 2016
Packouz and Diveroli’s relationship is certainly an entertaining one: The combination of Packouz’s snarky personality and Diveroli’s ignorance makes for funny dialogue. However, the protagonists of “War Dogs” aren’t dynamic; there doesn’t seem to be much growth or change for either character. Not to mention, the story itself didn’t do a great job of making the audience feel connected to the characters.
Review: Glass Animals' alt-indie album shatters expectations

Review: Glass Animals’ alt-indie album shatters expectations

By Kate Nalepinski, Assistant Life and Culture Editor • August 30, 2016
Somehow, Glass Animals created a sound so intricate that regardless of the listener’s environment, the album feels full and complete. This album is ideal for loud parties on Friday nights, but it also includes tunes that can create a calmer atmosphere more appropriate for a rainy evening.
"Moonlight" stars IC sophomore Jharrel Jerome as Kevin, a character who helps Chiron (pictured) resolve issues with his identity. The film also stars Janelle Monaé, Trevante Rhodes, Naomie Harris and André Holland.

IC student Jharrel Jerome stars in upcoming drama movie

By Silas White, Staff Writer • August 30, 2016
Jerome is featured in the upcoming movie “Moonlight,” a drama that follows an African-American man named Chiron as he passes through three important phases of his life, comes of age and discovers his sexuality. Jerome plays Kevin, a friend of Chiron, as a teenager.
Review: Musician goes back to roots on 'Golden' album

Review: Musician goes back to roots on ‘Golden’ album

By Angela Poffenbaugh, Staff Writer • August 22, 2016
Walker’s unexpected instrumental changes work to his advantage: While the songs take a bit of time to adjust to, the different style will slowly grow on the listener.
Review: AJJ's altered sound disappoints listeners

Review: AJJ’s altered sound disappoints listeners

By Mary Ford, Life and Culture Editor • August 21, 2016
In “The Bible 2,” harmonized vocals, heavy guitars and percussion give the music a disappointingly generic energy.
En Garde

En Garde

By Steven Pirani, Life & Culture Editor • April 29, 2015

Adam Crown, M.A. ’91, in all his frustration, is walking a cup of tea to the table. It’s a hideously cold, -9 degree January morning, and his home is lit, eerily, with the white glow of sun bouncing...

Primitive

By Steven Pirani, Assistant Life and Culture Editor • November 12, 2014

No regrets except dirty pants and a smoky jacket.

Jerry Mirskin, associate professor of writing, poses with his latest collection of poetry April 30 in his office. Mirskin's latest book of poetry, titled "Crepuscular Non Driveway," is his third published collection.

Writing professor publishes collection of poems

By Evin Billington, Accent Editor • April 30, 2014
Jerry Mirskin, associate professor of writing, recently released "Crepuscular Non Driveway," his third collection of poetry.
Senior K.C. Weston reflects on her past performances with IC Voicestream, Second Dam and her individual growth.

Second to none: Senior expresses herself through music

By Jackie Eisenberg, Staff Writer • April 30, 2014
Senior K.C. Weston has been involved in music at the college through IC Voicestream and her indie-rock band, Second Dam, throughout her four years. After graduation, she plans to continue following her dream of being in the music business.

Review: Soulful singer bridges genres

By Alyvia Covert, Staff Writer • April 30, 2014
Chet Faker merges jazz and electronics in his new release, "Built on Glass."

Review: Melancholy punk-rock release thrives with catchy melodies

By James O’Hagan, Staff Writer • April 30, 2014
Melancholy punk group pleases with new release.
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