A riana Grande has officially closed the door of “Eternal Sunshine” with six new tracks and a 26-minute short film “Brighter Days Ahead.” The tracks titled “Intro (End of the World) – Extended,” “Twilight Zone,” “Warm,” “Dandelion,” “Past Life,” and “Hampstead” beautifully round out the album.In my opinion, this is Grande’s best album, showing not […]
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Lauryn Hill’s influence on the Hip Hop and R&B community
Lauryn Hill, a multi-talented artist born in Newark, NJ, rose to prominence in the 1990s as a rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. Her groundbreaking album, “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” not only earned her global recognition but also played a pivotal role in popularizing the fusion of hip-hop and neo-soul, earning #1 on […]
“Good American Family”: A drama that’ll leave you equally stunned and disturbed
Is anyone really who they claim to be? How can you spot a sociopathic liar from someone innocent “Good American Family,” created by Katie Robbins and Sarah Sutherland, is an eight-episode limited series on Hulu. The series depicts the true story of the adoption of Natalia Grace, a seven year old girl with a rare […]
Sasha Keable: Rising star from South London
Sasha Keable, a singer-songwriter hailing from South London, has been making waves in the music scene since 2013. That year marked her first significant recognition as she featured in several singles, including DJ Zinc’s “Only for Tonight” and Disclosure’s “Voices.” Her unique style, combined with her Colombian heritage, adds a rich authenticity to her artistry, […]
2025 SAG Awards: Here’s what you missed
On Feb. 23, Netflix streamed the 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG). The SAG Awards honor actors that SAG-AFSTRA (the actors union to ensure fair wages, safe working conditions, and access to benefits) votes on, which may indicate possible winners for the Oscars. The show started with host, Kristen Bell, doing a parody of […]
Women In Music Industry panel: A night of empowerment
On Mar. 13, Blue Hawk Records (BHR) and Monmouth’s Women In Music (WIM) collegiate chapter hosted the third annual Women In Music Industry panel event at Woods Theatre. The night was full of heartwarming stories, personal advice, and a sense of empowerment in what it means to be a woman. The panel was comprised of […]
Bob Dylan is truly “A Complete Unknown”: James Mangold’s attempt to ground the figure that fights to be known
The film industry is no stranger to Bob Dylan-centered entertainment. From documentaries to dramas, Dylan is a face that can be recognized throughout various mediums. In December 2024, the industry welcomed its newest member, James Mangold’s “A Complete Unknown,” to its collection. A Dylan bio-doc hit the screens on Christmas Day; the film follows Dylan […]
Female directors who are shaping the film industry
In 1896, Alice Guy-Blaché became the first female director with her film, “La Fée aux Choux” in France. In 1912, Lois Weber became the first female director in Hollywood with her film, “The Merchant of Venice.” Since these two pioneers, women have been making a name for themselves behind the camera in the film industry. […]
Monmouth University’s Theatre Department presents: “Singin’ in the Rain”
Get ready to be absolutely transported back into the roaring twenties of Hollywood’s star-studded movie stars for the story of Don Lockwood and Cosmo Brown. The Theatre Department has truly outdone themselves with this musical. This writer was lucky enough to sit in on their dress rehearsal run as they polished up the final details […]
“So Close To What”: Tate McRae makes her pop voice known
Ladies and gentlemen, the pop star of the year has arrived, and she’s not messing around. Tate McRae’s highly anticipated third studio album, “So Close To What,” released Feb. 21, featuring 15 songs, including her singles “2 hands,” “Sports car,” and “It’s ok I’m ok.” All of which created so much buzz and social media […]