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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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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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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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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Compiled by Marvin Poindexter, Arts & Entertainment Editor Photo credit to reactpresents.com From Camelot to Kent State: Pop 1960-1975 Detroit Institute of Arts 5200 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI Now till Aug. 25 Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The Detroit Institute of Arts presents an exhibition which embraces a […]
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Reignwolf’s debut album “Hear Me Out” astounds 8/10 by Alexis Tucker, Editor-in-chief Reignwolf is a smaller indie/blues-rock band from Canada, and until now, they had only released singles such as “Are You Satisfied?,” “Lonely Sunday,” “In the Dark” and “Hardcore.” “Are You Satisfied?” is a good representation of what the band’s sound is, featuring deep, […]
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Compiled by Marvin Poindexter, Arts & Entertainment Editor Graphic by Tamara Turner Hamilton Fisher Theatre 3011 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI Now until April 21 Tuesday through Saturday shows at 8 p.m. Select Thursday matinees at 1 p.m. Admission/Fees: Tickets range from $80-185, with a select number of $485 premium seats available. The critically acclaimed […]
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“Rap or Go to the League” shows 2 Chainz’s maturing through music 9/10 By Marvin Poindexter, Arts and Entertainment Editor From attending Alabama State, to eventually starting a rap group in 1997, to even selling dope, Tauheed Epps known worldwide as 2 Chainz, has come a long way. After being officially signed Def Jam in […]
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“Kingdom Hearts 3” is a return to form, but underwhelming finale 3/5 by Ramon Razo, Managing editor It’s been almost 15 year since players were able to join Sora, Donald, and Goofy on their battles against darkness. While “Kingdom Hearts 3” could never fill the hype-hole left in the souls of many fans who have […]
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DC’s new series, Doom Patrol, is weird in all the right ways 9/10 by Cody Yarbrough, Staff Writer Following the success of the shows “Titans” and “Young Justice: Outsiders,” streaming service DC Universe has added another show to its roster, “Doom Patrol.” Can this new exclusive match the quality of the other two? Only time […]
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Ariana Grande releases sixth album, “Thank U Next” by Marvin Poindexter, Arts & Entertainment Editor 10/10 Six months ago, fans were treated to what can be considered Ariana’s most colorful album, “Sweetener.” An album two years in the making, which was fueled by what she had went through before the release of the project, marked […]
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