by: Madeline Weaver-Nolting ’19 A&E Staff The notorious R&B singer R. Kelly’s reputation might be suffering due to numerous sexual abuse allegations against him, but his music is thriving. The new Lifetime docu-series called “Surviving R. Kelly” features different women share their stories of sexual abuse and misconduct at the hands of R. Kelly. Despite […]
by: Julia Vaccarella ’20 A&E Staff Nevada-based rock band Imagine Dragons has released a new album titled Origins, a decision which many fans have questioned, considering that it has only been a little over a year since the group’s last album release. Evolve, which debuted in late June 2017 and included the popular track “Believer,” […]
Legend Makes Broadway Show Accessible by: Anne DeLello ’20 A&E Staff It is safe to say that Bruce Springsteen’s venture into the world of theater has been a success. His one man show Springsteen on Broadway arrived at the Walter Kerr Theatre on October 3, 2017, and will soon finish on December 15, 2018, following three […]
Album Some Rap Songs Reveals His Stream of Consciousness by: Peter Keough ’20 A&E Staff Thebe Kgositsile, better known by his stage name, Earl Sweatshirt, is a man who values his privacy. The song “Veins” from his new album Some Rap Songs includes the bars “It’s been a minute since I heard applause / It’s […]
by Patrick Fuller ’21 A&E Co-Editor The Mavericks Formed in Florida during the rocking ’80s, The Mavericks have shaped their sound throughout the years. The group hit its stride in the mid-90s with What a Crying Shame, a twangy, old-school country album which paid homage to the likes of Elvis Presley, Hank Williams, and Johnny […]
by Peter Keough ’20 A&E Staff Even if you have not heard of Anderson .Paak by name, it is likely that you are probably familiar with some of the work with which he is affiliated. The man is not only a rapper, singer, and multi-instrumentalist, but has also produced and featured on songs by the […]
by Julia Vaccarella ’20 A&E Staff Film, television, and music, among the many other forms of entertainment, are most commonly associated with serving the purpose of providing something to listeners and audiences alike. People engage in these outlets to find joy, learn something new, or laugh; however, entertainment also has the ability to deliver powerful […]
by Anne DeLello ’20 A&E Staff As Kesha wrapped up her Rainbow tour this October, she reflected on how far she has come in recent years. After she produced the album in 2017, she spent the summer touring the United States and Australia with Macklemore. In the midst of this tour, Kesha produced a short […]
by Madeline Weaver-Nolting ’19 A&E Staff The Spice Girls are back. One of the biggest girl groups in the world surprised fans when they announced that they will be reuniting for a tour in the United Kingdom in 2019. Emma “Baby Spice” Bunton, Geri “Ginger Spice” Halliwell Horner, Melanie “Mel C” or “Sporty Spice” Chisholm, […]
Pop-punk Band Displays Gratitude for Loyal Fans by: Peter Keough ’20 A&E Staff At their headlining show at Providence venue The Strand this past Friday, Philadelphia born-and-bred pop-punk band The Wonder Years opened their set with the title track from their most recent album, Sister Cities. The chorus of the track finds front man Dan […]