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Migos’ Culture album to change the culture of hip-hop for 2017
Waverly Hart Contributing Writer Dropped as a single on Oct. 28, “Bad and Boujee” gained immediate success, eventually climbing the charts to number one as listeners quoted its iconic opening line “Rain drop, drop top” and danced to its rhythmic beat and slick lyrics. With the momentum from this trapthem pushing them into the spotlight,…
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Funnyhouse of a Negro, directed by Tashi Hutchins ’17
Katie Cameron A&E Editor Tonight, curtains go up on Funnyhouse of a Negro, Tashi Hutchins ’17’s directorial debut. The one-act play is part of Hutchins’ theatre and dance Independent Study. Written by African-American playwright Adrienne Kennedy in 1964 during the Black Arts Movement, the play is an absurdist examination of racial identity. Kennedy was one…
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Anderson .Paak, Showing The Way
However you may feel about the Grammys, they guarantee at least one positive thing each year: a great live performance. This year, the highlight performance belongs to A Tribe Called Quest and Anderson .Paak, who gave us not only a standout performance, but also a reminder to resist the increasingly ludicrous political climate in which…
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Neil Gaiman’s ambitious Norse Mythology modernizes fables
Jared Berg Editor In Chief A beautifully and meticulously constructed collection of fantastical vignettes, Neil Gaiman’s latest work, Norse Mythology, provides satisfying and enthralling reading for both the casual and serious reader. Upon reading Norse Mythology, fans of Gaiman’s earlier works will revel in another masterful addition to his canon, and casual readers will enjoy…
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How Netflix Has Changed The Way We Live
Robert Dinkins, Jr. , an A&E Editor for the Voice, can be “Want to Netflix and Chill?” A quote known to perhaps everyone in our generation. Netflix, once known as a DVD in the mail service, is now more famous for their streaming service. Netflix has continued to revolutionize the entertainment industry by also producing…
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Hamilton: An American Musical remains relevant to today
Coral Ciupak Viewpoints Editor To say it’s been a difficult year would be an understatement. Racial tension, political scandal, rampant xenophobia, blatant misogyny and unadulterated idiocy have plagued the American political climate nonstop. In a matter of months, the country has seen a radical turnover of ideology and political power — and arguably has set…
