I was six years old the first time I opened “Minecraft.” I had a friend who was a few years older than me, a third grader, who had a PC in her basement and pulled me down there one rainy day to show me something her brother and she had found. It was “Minecraft.” Multiplayer […]
“A Minecraft Movie” has taken the internet and cinemas by storm. The homage to the 2011 video game features a star-studded cast of Jack Black (Steve), Jason Momoa (Garett Garrison), Emma Meyers (Natalie), Sebastian Eugene Hansen (Henry), Danielle Brooks (Dawn), and Jennifer Coolidge (Vice Principal Marlene). Not only has this film been a huge success, […]
Graduation caps are thrown into the air, symbolizing new beginnings. Gowns are worn, and smiles reflect the achievement of earning a degree or diploma. Pictures are taken to capture the monumental moment. For the class of 2025, this will soon become a reality. For those graduating in the upcoming years or thinking about high school […]
Well, it’s that time of year, Hawks. It’s graduation season, which means the class of 2025 is about to be on their way to bigger and better life experiences. I’ve created a playlist compiled of 25 graduation-inspired songs for those looking to get in their feels before they get their degree. Here are 15 tracks […]
O n April 8, at Woods Theatre, successful Monmouth alumni gathered to share their advice, lives, and love of music. Over the years, Blue Hawk Records (BHR) has made 25 compilation albums with 132 original artists creating 147 tracks, involving over 900 students. Their contributions to not only the university but also to these students’ […]
If you’re ever looking for an experience that’ll last a lifetime, go to the Transparent Clinch Gallery in Asbury Park. I had the pleasure of attending the “Blues Band Workshop & Show with Nick Moss and Dennis Gruenling Live at the Transparent Clinch Gallery,” on April 10, which featured a Q&A discussion and a live […]
C alming melodies that soothe the mind and tranquil lyrics define the music of Chicago-based R&B/Soul singer-songwriter Ley Soul. As a college student, she redefines neo-soul by drawing inspiration from artists such as Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, and Kadhja Bonet. Her jazzy voice and dreamy ballads create an out-of-body experience. Although her discography consists of […]
The music world is full of new artists, musicians, and genres to discover. Whether it’s Folk, Rap, Pop, or Alternative, there’s certainly no shortage of talent in the industry. Some of the best artists are the ones hiding in plain sight and as much as I love mainstream music, there’s something so magical about underground […]
On Wednesday, Apr. 2, in the Great Hall Auditorium, the lights dimmed on an eerily quiet day, and the room came alive, transforming into something completely different—part screen, part stage, and entirely surreal. With projections unraveling across the walls and performances echoing through the room, “Surreal Realities” wasn’t just another campus event. It was a […]
The Marvel franchise has been the reason I still go to the movies lately. Marvel is such a recognizable brand, and I know about their releases before most other movies nowadays. The main difference between “The Infinity Saga” and the “Multiverse Saga” has been that fans have been able to catch content, as streaming old […]