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Various vinyl records stacked upright at a Barnes & Noble. Albums from Hail the Sun, PJ Harvey and Hot Mulligan released over the summer. (Sarah Rose | Northern Star)

Whimsical, punk albums missed over the summer

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | September 4, 2023

With so much new music coming out every week, it can be hard to decide what’s worth listening to. Here are a few of the best albums released over the summer that you may have missed.  Hot Mulligan - “Why Would I Watch” Hot Mulligan is sure...

The season four poster of the Netflix series "Stranger Things." The show has become a worldwide phenomenon and its fifth season is on the way. (Netflix)

Diverse offerings, Netflix shows to binge

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 4, 2023

In the ever competitive streaming market, companies strive to offer diverse and unique products to draw people in. With these five shows, Netflix doesn't disappoint with many original offerings that cover stories from a wide variety of people and backgrounds.  "THE...

Olivia Rodrigo in the summer of 2021 visiting the White House. The actress and singer releases her second album "Guts" on Sept. 8. (Wikimedia Commons)

Comical movies, new album release next week

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | August 31, 2023

What’s in the books for next week in terms of media? Read on to discover what music, movies and TV shows are releasing.  ARISTOTLE AND DANTE Based on the bestselling young adult duology by Benjamin Alire Sáenz, “Aristotle and Dante Discover...

Nicole Wallace and Gabriel Guevera star in Amazon Prime's summer movie release "Culpa Mia." The film is perfect for anyone who enjoys thrilling, romance-driven plots. (Amazon Prime Video)

The incest romance genre takes on new twist with ‘Culpa Mia’

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | August 31, 2023

Culpa Mia was released on Amazon Prime over the summer and is based on the book of the same name written by Mercedes Ron. The movie follows Noah (Nicole Wallace), who leaves her ordinary life behind to live with her mother’s new husband, a classy millionaire....

The season two poster for "The Summer I Turned Pretty" which aired from July 14 to Aug. 18. The series features a love triangle and explores what it means to grieve a loved one. (Amazon Prime Video)

‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ season 2 endorses toxic relationships

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | August 30, 2023

Editor's note: This piece contains spoilers. For those who have been on social media recently, it’s impossible to not see the debate of “Team Conrad” or “Team Jeremiah” circling. Amazon Prime’s hit young adult television show “The...

A screen still from the movie "Red, White & Royal Blue." The movie is based on the novel by Casey McQuinston and can be watched on Amazon Prime. (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

Sparks fly in smash summer rom-com

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | August 29, 2023

Amazon Prime painted our hearts "Red, White and Royal Blue'' this summer as the popular streaming service delivered a heartfelt gay romantic comedy, based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Casey McQuiston.   In these decisive times, authentic...

A "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" poster at a bus stop in China. The animated film released in theaters in May. (Wikimedia Commons)

Here’s what you missed in theaters this summer

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | August 27, 2023

If you’ve been busy this summer or haven't had the funds to make it to the theater, here are three of the most worthwhile films you missed. “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” The Marvel Cinematic Universe continued its third installment of the...

A brown and yellow vinyl cover of Willie Nelson's album "Red Headed Stranger" lays on a wooden table. In honor of Nelson turning 90, check out the album and his new single "Summertime." (Eli Tecktiel | Northern Star)

‘Red Headed Stranger’ remains memorable after 48 years

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | May 10, 2023

About once in a generation, an artist comes along and completely turns a genre upside down. In the case of country music, that artist is Willie Nelson, who turned 90 years old on April 29. Though Nelson’s seminal LP, “Red Headed Stranger,” was...

The Netflix home page shows a list of trending shows on a laptop screen.

Consider these binge-worthy shows during summer

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | May 7, 2023

Because summer is around the corner, here are three shows that are fun to binge or rewatch. “Pretty Little Liars” (Hulu) When Alison DiLaurentis (Sasha Pieterse), one of five best friends, vanishes one night, the friend’s lives and their town...

(from left) Nick, Joe and Kevin Jonas perform on stage wearing different colored suits. The Jonas Brothers have a new album releasing next Friday titled "The Album.

Look out for novels, album releasing next week

By Nick Glover, Lifestyle Editor | May 4, 2023

With finals coming to a close, here are four pieces of media that are coming out next week.  “The Collected Regrets of Clover” Literary newcomer Mikki Brammer’s debut novel “The Collected Regrets of Clover” is set to release Tuesday. The...

The Netflix home page shows a list of trending shows on a laptop screen.

Fantasy, adventure series to binge

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | May 4, 2023

For those who enjoy the fantasy and mystery genres, try watching these three series. “Avatar: The Last Airbender” (Netflix) “Avatar: The Last Airbender” is a show that’s targeted toward kids but can be equally enjoyable for everyone. Streaming...

Gordon Lightfoot performs during the evening ceremonies of Canada's 150th anniversary of Confederation. Lightfoot died on Monday at age 84. (Sean Kilpatrick | AP Newsroom)

Looking back on Gordon Lightfoot’s legendary songs

By Nick Glover, Lifestyle Editor | May 3, 2023

Every young boy has a moment when they become a man, that conversation where you know everything changes afterward, that split second when their father sits them down and says, “son, it’s time you listen to Gordon Lightfoot.”  One day, when...