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From left) Kelsey Grammar as Frasier Crane, Jess Salgueiro as Eve and Jack Cutmore-Scott as Freddy sit on a couch in a scene from the '90s sitcom "Frasier." The series is getting a reboot which will feature most of the original cast. (Chris Haston/Paramount+ via AP)

Reboot of hit sitcom ‘Frasier’ in the works

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | September 26, 2023

“Frasier,” the latest in a seemingly endless line of sitcom reboots, is coming soon to Paramount+. The original run of “Frasier” began in 1993 and concluded after 11 seasons in 2004. However, the series traces its roots back even earlier to...

Digital Managing Editor Joey Trella and Lifestyle Editor Sarah Rose laugh with a microphone between them. Trella and Rose host a new podcast together called "2 girls with a mic." (Nyla Owens | Northern Star)

‘2 girls with a mic’: Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo and the Roman Empire

Digital Managing Editor Joey Trella hosts Northern Star's new lifestyle and pop culture podcast with co-host Lifestyle Editor Sarah Rose. Each week, Joey and Sarah brings in a staffer or editor from the Star to talk about trending topics, movies, music,...

The movie poster for "Stop Making Sense," which features a man in a yellow colored suit staring into the distance. The film hit its 40-year anniversary and has been showing in select theaters across the country. (Amazon Prime Video)

‘Stop Making Sense’ makes sense

By Nick Glover, Lifestyle Editor | September 25, 2023

David Byrne, the frontman of Talking Heads, walks onto a stage with the curtain up, the back wall unpainted and covered in ladders and scaffolding. In his hand is a boombox.  “Hi. I’ve got a tape I want to play,” says Byrne.  From there,...

Singer-songwriter Mitski performs at the Primavera Sound festival in Sao Paulo in a blue dress. Mitski's new album "The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We" is available to listen to on all streaming services. (AP Photo/Matias Delacroix)

Mitski lulls listeners in new album

By Brynn Krug, Editor in Chief | September 25, 2023

Mitski is back with a new album, which is effortlessly emotional with a new sense of calm.  Mitski’s seventh album “The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We” explores themes such as love, heartbreak and finding yourself, with a more down to earth,...

Proton Tattoo, a tattoo shop for customers in downtown DeKalb, 125 S. Fourth St., sits on a cloudy day. Proton is celebrating 20 years in DeKalb on Oct. 15 with a free party open to the public. (Ryanne Sandifer | Northern Star)

DeKalb’s first tattoo shop celebrates colorful history

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | September 24, 2023

Proton Tattoo established itself in DeKalb 20 years ago, laying the groundwork for tattooing in a town where tattooing was illegal. The owner, Chris May, started this business with his best friend Jon Bowman from elementary school. It was an arduous battle...

Spotify logo on a computer with a blurry background.

Hispanic voices shine in weekly playlist

By Northern Star Staff | September 24, 2023

September is Hispanic Heritage Month; and in celebration of everything that is Hispanic, here are some songs that are rich in Latin voices.  Nick’s picks: João Gilberto, Stan Getz, Antônio Carlos Jobim - “Doralice” Kali Uchis -...

A microphone, pop filter and an acoustic foam panel stand together, ready for use. Making and recording music on a budget is possible for college students and isn’t as daunting as people may think. (Eli Tecktiel | Northern Star)

Recording music on a budget can be manageable

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | September 21, 2023

For many college-age musicians, the idea of recording music on a budget can be daunting. It may seem impossible to get high quality sounding recordings without spending thousands of dollars on high-end equipment or booking studio time with a professional...

Matt Lang (left) and Tyler Joe Miller perform during the Canadian Country Music Awards in Hamilton, Ontario. The People's Choice Country Music Awards will take place on Sept. 28 and will celebrate everything country. (Nick Iwanyshyn/The Canadian Press via AP)

Anticipate music, a movie and honor country next week

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | September 21, 2023

The last week of September is almost here, so check out what the end of the month has to offer.  “The Creator” Anyone who’s been to the theaters recently has seen the trailer for the upcoming sci-fi film called “The Creator.” It’s set...

The Open Door Coffee Truck parks at the Taste of DeKalb. The Taste of DeKalb is one of the many fun events happening in DeKalb this weekend. (Northern Star File Photo)

Hang out in DeKalb this weekend

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | September 20, 2023

If you’re bored and have no weekend plans for the weekend, the local DeKalb community has you covered. Here are just a few of the fun events being offered in the area this weekend. FAMILY WEEKEND The annual Huskies Family Weekend takes place this...

A closeup picture of one of Sparklehorse's albums on blue vinyl. The band's new album "Bird Machine" was recently released posthumously on all music streaming platforms. (Wikimedia Commons)

Sparklehorse lives again with striking new album

By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer | September 20, 2023

Mark Linkous, the eccentric lo-fi genius behind Sparklehorse, died by suicide in 2010.  Linkous left behind four studio albums, as well as a collaborative album with Danger Mouse. Now, a final studio album titled “Bird Machine” has been unearthed...

A TV remote points toward a screen. Lifestyle Writer Caleb Johnson recommended three movies and a show to watch. (Courtesy of Getty Images)

Sci-fi, dark comedy and more, find out what to watch

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | September 20, 2023

With the movie and streaming markets being so oversaturated, it is hard to decide what to watch. That being said, we at the Northern Star got you covered with new and upcoming productions that are sure to catch your eye. “The Creator” This upcoming...

A screenshot from the trailer for the film "City of God." The movie is a crime drama that follows the expansion of organized crime over three decades. (YouTube)

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Latin movies

By Ibrahim Oyeyinka, Lifestyle Writer | September 19, 2023

If you're looking for some must-watch Latin movies, here are a few recommendations. "La Llorona" – HORROR MOVIE "La Llorona" is a 2019 Guatemalan horror film directed by Jayro Bustamante. The movie explores the legend of La Llorona, a weeping...