Denim is in right now. Whether it be vintage-inspired denim – a raw, deep blue made to be worn in for years – or modern denim – stretched thin and taut, cropped above the ankle – denim is here to stay. For those looking to move beyond the standard...
To reflect the recent changes in weather, here are some songs that make listeners feel a happy-sad medium.
Nick’s picks
David Kauffman and Eric Caboor - “One More Day (You’ll Fly Again)”
John Prine - “Angel from Montgomery”
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Give DeKalb County celebrates its 10th year supporting the non-profit organizations of DeKalb. The 24-hour event on May 4 asks community donors to donate as much as they can to benefit over 140 non-profit organizations set up or serving in DeKalb.
Founded...
With final exam season closing in, some of us need inspiration to ensure that we get all of our work done. For me, the best way to stay focused and energized is with good music. Depending on what you need to get done, there are different genres that will...
Indigo De Souza - “All of This Will End”
Indigo De Souza’s third album, “All of This Will End,” is set to release next Friday. With three of the album’s singles out so far, namely “You Can Be Mean,” “Smog” and “Younger & Dumber,”...
Legendary jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal died Sunday.
With a career spanning seven decades, Jamal is known for his creative composition and improvisational mastery. In memory of his vast career, here are three albums of his that encapsulate his skillful...
Take a break from the high activity of school and frolic in a field of flowers or stretch outside and read a book. Here are five book recommendations that emulate spring feelings.
The House in the Cerulean Sea
Written by TJ Klune, “The House in the...
Explore NIU events and activities happening this Saturday.
Walk A Mile
At 9:30 a.m. NIU’s Office of Prevention Education and Outreach within the Division of Academic Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion will host their annual Walk a Mile event. They will...
By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer
| April 18, 2023
Editor’s Note: The following piece contains spoilers for “A Good Person,” which is currently in theaters.
Don’t ever underestimate the value of a good tearjerker ... keyword: “good.”
“A Good Person,” the new film from actor-turned-filmmaker...
By Daniel Massa, Lifestyle Reporter
| April 18, 2023
NIU’s Stonehouse Academic Journal is set in stone for it’s fifth volume release and plans to celebrate the occasion with its authors and a handful of artists.
From 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday in Room 405 of the Holmes Student Center, a party will...
The month of April is dedicated to spreading awareness about the Earth, autism, stress and, less known, celebrating poetry. Whether it’s an ode, haiku, sonnet or any other style, April celebrates the history and wonder that comes from poetry all over...
By Eli Tecktiel, Lifestyle Writer
| April 17, 2023
Lloyd Cole has been in the music industry for nearly 40 years and in that time, he’s gathered more than a few thoughts on it.
The British musician, known for his sensitive, literate songwriting style, first rose to fame in the 1980s with his band...
