Latest Smash Bros. news inspires new character predictions By Evan Cerezo | Layout & Design Editor Photos courtesy of polygon.com “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate” has what is probably the most iconic and diverse roster of any official video game release. Releasing in December with a whopping 75 characters, the game planned the release of an […]
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“Pokémon Sword and Shield” improves on winning formula By Evan Cerezo | Layout & Design Editor Photos courtesy of icoolkid.com Pokémon has been making sequels for almost 25 years now, and is almost a textbook example on how to make sequels. When a new main line Pokémon game comes out, the bulk of the game […]
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Compiled by Kevin O’Neil | Arts & Entertainment Editor Graphic by Matthew Armstrong | Production Assistant DOWNTOWN DETROIT HOLIDAY MARKETS Cadillac Square and Capitol Park Downtown Detroit Detroit, Mich. Now to Jan. 1, 2020 Markets: Wednesday & Thursday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. […]
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Terry Bogard brings the fury in “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate” by Christian Hollis | Managing Editor 9/10 “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate” has not slowed down the hype train since it’s reveal in spring 2018. Almost a year after the announcement of the fighter pass, SNK’s Terry Bogard from “Kingdom Fighters” and “Fatal Fury” join the […]
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Supreme remains “supreme” in the market two decades later Marvin Poindexter, Staff Writer In a world fueled by creativity, inspiration, trends and overall longevity, fashion is an ever growing industry that has never and will never show signs of slowing down. The same can be implicated to a “category” under – or rather within – […]
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Lizzo leads the march on girl power by Kevin O’Neil, Arts & Entertainment Editor Photo courtesy of broadway.com Raised in Detroit and later Houston, Texas, Melissa Vivianne Jefferson, now known as Lizzo, learned and loved music from an early age, forming a musical group with her friends in her teenage years. Her commercial breakthrough began […]
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“Djesse Vol.1” proves itself as a true masterpiece by Kevin O’Neil, Arts & Entertainment Editor Photo courtesy of broadway.com Raised in North London, Jacob Collier was born from a family of music, with both his mother and grandfather being violinists and instructors at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Following in their footsteps, Collier […]
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Fear of God renovates present, integrates past in fashion with passion by Marvin Poindexter, Staff Writer Photo courtesy of hypebeast.com Since the brand’s debut back in 2013, Fear of God has cemented itself not just in streetwear, but rather in the fashion industry all together. From Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Big Sean and more, the […]
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Beatrix Runs tells a story of wanderlust born from a troubled past, destructive relationships 8/10 by Kevin O’Neil, Arts & Entertainment Editor Photo courtesy of typepad.com Born in New York and raised in Russia as the daughter of diplomat parents, Elizaveta was immediately thrown into a life of international nativity; she immersed herself in music […]
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Compiled by Kevin O’Neil, Arts & Entertainment Editor Graphic by Matthew Armstrong, Production Assistant Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village Greenfield Village 20900 Oakwood Blvd. Dearborn, Michigan 48124 Now to Oct. 27 6:30 to 10 p.m. Discovery reveals itself in Greenfield Village with mystical encounters along a path lit by scores of jack-o’-lanterns, leading up to a […]
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A chilling yet beautiful reflection of those who hold power, as well as the average citizen of our society 9/10 by Kevin O’Neil, Arts & Entertainment Editor Graphic courtesy of soundcloud.com Will Connolly, best known for his thespian pursuits, shows but only a few of the many faults of our culture with “The Caterpillars of […]
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“The Joker” delivers an honest portrayal of the importance of mental health by Ben Bolstrum, Staff Writer Photo courtesy of forbes.com 7/10 There are many positive aspects about the Oct. 4 release of “The Joker.” Creative and claustrophobic camera angles set the tone of a person going through a mental breakdown perfectly, allowing the viewer to […]
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by Kevin O’Neil, A&E Editor Survivor Art Quilts & Photography Exhibit Anton Art Center 125 Macomb Pl. Mount Clemens, Michigan 48043 Aug. 24 – Oct. 10 Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Opening reception: 6 – 8 p.m. FREE and open to the public; donations are accepted Featuring a myriad of hand-crafted quilts with paired […]
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Student hip-hop artist talks about his origins, influences and upcoming performance by Kevin O’Neil, A&E Editor Photos courtesy of Acclimate Schoolcraft student, Adam Culp, better known as Acclimate to his fans, is a burgeoning artist specializing in hip-hop. Even before he began his lyrical campaign, he lived an independent childhood in Brownstown, Michigan, where he […]
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An eerily common tale of false love, abuse and a tragic, bitter end by Kevin O’Neil, Arts & Entertainment Editor 7/10 Unfortunately, domestic amorous plight – be it abuse, manipulation or otherwise – is a particularly contagious blight this day and age. This subject is more commonly expressed through film and book and – of […]
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Post Malone shows emotional views in “Hollywood Bleeding” By Marvin Poindexter IV, Staff Writer Rating: 9/10 From his first breakout smash hit White Iverson, to his debut album “Stoney” to touring/opening for superstar Justin Bieber, Austin Richard Post, aka Post Malone, has forged a path of his own to becoming a superstar. After the release […]
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La Havas’ latest album tells a story of coming of age and finding one’s roots by Kevin O’Neil, Arts & Enterainment Editor 9/10 It’s the popular topic of many a soul-searching introspection; where someone comes from – not necessarily where they were born, but where their family originated from, so many generations ago. Not many […]
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N.K Jemisin’s “The Fifth Season” sings the seeming futility of strife during an age of decimation 9/10 by Kevin O’Neil, Arts & Entertainment Editor Photo courtesy of complex.com From a thousand derelict monuments of a thousand dead civilizations, to crumbling landscapes and oppressive institutions, there is born a story that is centralized around a single […]
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Chris Brown Shows color appreciation on “Indigo” 8/10 Marvin Poindexter, Staff Writer Photo courtesy of grmdaily.com Just two years after the release of his 45-track double album (now 57 deluxe edition), “Heartbreak on A Full Moon” (HOAFM), Chris Brown is returns with his ninth studio album “Indigo.” Similar to “HOAFM,” Brown decides yet again to […]
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Compiled by Kevin O’Neil, Arts & Entertainment Editor Photo credit: Tamara Turner Erebus Haunted House Erebus Haunted Attraction 18 S. Perry St. Pontiac, Michigan 48342 Sept. 13, 2019 – Nov. 02, 2019 Monday-Thursday 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Sunday 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Weekly Sept. 13-14, 20-21, 27-28; Oct. 3-6, 10-13, 16-20, 22-31; […]
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Peele’s “Us” proves he’s not a one hit wonder 8/10 by Alexis Tucker, Editor-in-Chief “Get Out” was a refreshing take on the horror genre, taking a more psychological approach than the typical spooky ghosts or murderous loners. Jordan Peele has managed to make a completely unique horror experience yet again with “Us.” According to HuffPost, […]
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