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Fans remember Stan Lee’s legacy

By Parker Otto | November 14, 2018

Millions of Marvel fans heard the sad news Monday that comic book writer, editor and publisher Stan Lee died at the age of 95. He will forever be remembered as a creative genius who contrived amazing characters and a guardian angel who made numerous cameos...

Goldblum jazzes up resume with debut album

By Peter Zemeske | November 14, 2018

Jeff Goldblum, an actor who has starred in many fan favorite movies, such as “Jurassic Park” and “Independence Day,” has released a debut jazz album with his band, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, in which he plays piano.The album, titled “The...

‘Overlord’ gives war film genre a horror spin

By Parker Otto | November 14, 2018

“Overlord,” released Nov. 9, creates a fantastic action experience with likeable characters and heart-pounding action.By combining horror and war film genres, “Overlord” is a film unlike any other released this year. It follows a small group of...

Thunder From Down Under thrills the crowd

By Amy Geldean | November 11, 2018

Things got steamy Wednesday night at the Egyptian Theater, 135 N. Second St., as the members of Thunder From Down Under gave the audience the night of their lives.Thunder From Down Under featured sensual dances performed by men with defined and chiseled...

Dr. Seuss’ ‘The Grinch’ gets modern rework

By Sarah Fischer | November 11, 2018

Grinch fans have waited 18 years to see the famous Christmas-hating creature from Whoville on the big screen once again, and Illumination’s “The Grinch” finally delivered.Benedict Cumberbatch lends his voice to the Grinch in this animated film and,...

Home Free dazzles crowd at Egyptian Theatre

By Parker Otto | November 11, 2018

DeKALB — A capella group Home Free gave a rousing performance Thursday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., combining country classics with original songs to create a fantastic experience.As an a capella group, they don’t play instruments but...

Trevor Noah postpones Convocation Center show until 2019

Trevor Noah postpones show

By Northern Star Staff | November 9, 2018

Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” host Trevor Noah has postponed his show for Saturday, Nov. 10 at the Convocation Center. The show is postponed due to “a mild sore throat [which] is actually bruising of [his] vocal cords,” according to Noah’s...

Vince Staples’ ‘FM!’ solidifies artistic voice

By Peter Zemeske | November 7, 2018

Rapper Vince Staples took the internet by storm when he released his third studio album, “FM!” Friday. The album runs brief at 22 minutes but packs a wallop in its short runtime.The theme of the album revolves around music on the radio, hence the...

Trevor Noah comes to Convocation Center

By Northern Star Staff | November 7, 2018

DeKALB — “The Daily Show” host Trevor Noah is bringing his political satire and sly wit to NIU 7 p.m. Saturday at the Convocation Center.Trevor Noah took over hosting “The Daily Show” from comedian Jon Stewart in 2014 after Stewart retired....

Rami Malek embodies Freddie Mercury in ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’

By Parker Otto | November 7, 2018

“Bohemian Rhapsody” is an entertaining and heartwarming film that tells the story of the larger-than-life band Queen. The film, released Nov. 2, contains a stellar cast, fantastic music and a great balance of comedy and drama.The film tells the story...

Pink Floyd tribute Think Floyd USA hit the Egyptian Theatre stage Friday.

Think Floyd USA captures essence of Pink Floyd

By Parker Otto | November 4, 2018

Pink Floyd tribute Think Floyd USA hit the Egyptian Theatre stage Friday.