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"WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO?" is a powerful record full of dynamic instrumentals, vocals and themes. Billie Eilish stakes her claim in the music industry with this album, placing herself as a talented and capable young artist.

Review: Billie Eilish’s record is a spectral dream

By Dariene Seifert, Staff Writer April 7, 2019

Two years after Billie Eilish catapulted onto the indie-alternative scene with her EP “dont smile at me,” the 17-year-old artist released her magnum opus of a debut album: “WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP,...

"The Dirt" is an inaccurate, indulgent look into the lives of Mötley Crüe. The characters and situations feel laughable but not in a good way and everything the movie has to offer falls into a drag of monotony.

Review: Netflix film “The Dirt” is a messy retelling

By Arleigh Rodgers April 1, 2019

One question plagues the audience throughout “The Dirt”: At what point in the movie is the audience supposed to accept sweet and baby-faced Douglas Booth as the hard-rocking, heroin-shooting, Jack-Daniels-bottle-smashing...

"LP3" reflects emo band American Football's newfound maturity in recent years. The band has been on hiatus for years and this most recent album is a powerhouse, featuring guest artists and charmingly interesting instrumentals.

Review: Emotional LP twinkles

By Hannah Fitzpatrick April 1, 2019

If Illinois-based emo group American Football’s debut album, “LP1,” was an introduction to the band and their second album, “LP2,” a reintroduction about 17 years later, its latest release, “LP3,”...

“Us” mixes a government conspiracy, well-balanced blood and gore, impressive acting and nuanced characters to create a strong commentary on cultural, societal and racial tension in the United States like xenophobia.

Review: Horror movie ‘Us’ reflects cultural tension

By Jake Leary April 1, 2019

“Us” is at once familiar and foreign — it’s a traditional slasher turned and twisted into something radical and bizarre.   The film follows the Wilson family on their annual summer vacation:...

The Cinematic Orchestra has been absent for years, with their last studio album released in 2007. This year, the group came back with "To Believe," an expressive album that experiments with sounds and genres.

Review: Band comes back with dynamically soulful album

By Hannah Fitzpatrick March 25, 2019

It has been said that absence makes the heart grow fonder, which could explain the tendency to worship the comebacks of artists who have been off the radar for years. For British nu jazz and electronic...

"Captain Marvel" is entertaining and introduces interesting characters and engaging storylines, but strays from the prestige of other Marvel films. In comparison to other Marvel films, the CGI and acting falls short.

Review: “Captain Marvel” is absent of classic Marvel charm

By Liam Conway March 24, 2019

The strongest character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has finally been introduced in the 21st film of the franchise, and her first outing has left a lasting impact.   “Captain Marvel”...

"Shrill" follows the life of the spunky and wildly relatable Annie, who goes on a journey of self discovery. Unlike Annie, who is a powerhouse character that truly connects with the audience, the side characters tend to lack the same appeal.

Review: Side characters suffer in “Shrill”

By Liza Gillespie March 24, 2019

The first season of “Shrill” is best described as a sweet and slow character study about discovering self-worth and the selfishness that can accompany it. The series traces this journey of self-actualization...

"How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World" is an animated treat and is a standout from all other DreamWorks Animation sequels. The movie elaborates on the previous movies elegantly and offers in-depth world-building.

Review: How to Train Your Dragon sequel is out of this world

By Avery Alexander March 3, 2019

DreamWorks Animation is infamous for cranking out sequel after sequel. The company beats its franchises to death with its rapid-fire movie series that are sometimes, at best, questionable in quality. “Shrek”...

The sequel to "Happy Death Day," "Happy Death Day 2U," builds the world of the films more but has a lackluster beginning. The twists and complexity of the world makes up for the beginning, however.

Review: “Happy Death Day 2U” is more than just a repeat

By Alex Hartzog February 25, 2019

Dark comedy–slasher film “Happy Death Day 2U,” the sequel to 2017’s “Happy Death Day,” follows main character Tree Gelbman (Jessica Rothe) as she lives the same day over and over again, each...

"Head Above Water" is a powerful comeback for Avril Lavigne. This is the first studio album since Lavigne was diagnosed with Lyme disease five years ago.

Review: Avril Lavigne comes back with empowering record

By Ashley Stalnecker February 25, 2019

Avril Lavigne’s voice finally broke through the silence she has left her fans in for years with her new album, “Head Above Water,” released Feb. 15. Almost five years after being diagnosed with Lyme...

Review: Singles for the week of  2/22

Review: Singles for the week of 2/22

February 23, 2019

“Feel Something” Adam Lambert Released Feb. 22, 2019 More is More, LLC Since his American Idol days, Lambert has been known for his gutsy, rock ‘n’ roll vocals, but this single shows...

"Rainswept" is full of breathtaking art and music, but the game lacks character building and plot. The game also suffers from a plethora of glitches and errors that interrupt the immersive experience.

Review: “Rainswept” is a deluge of visceral visuals

By Avery Alexander February 20, 2019

A rich landscape of beautiful, rolling hills is quickly followed by the silhouette of a man in his window — then a heart-stopping bang leads to peaceful silence. This is the beginning of “Rainswept,”...

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