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Chance the Rapper makes a surprise visit to NIU

By Parker Otto | September 26, 2019

Chance the Rapper surprised NIU when he made a visit to the women's volleyball team Wednesday night at Victor E. Court in the Convocation Center. The triple Grammy winner was at the center rehearsing for his upcoming concert in Chicago, according to women’s...

Alumni Matt Muse and others performed their musical talents Thursday in the Holmes Student Center skyroom.

Alumn encourages students with music

By Melynda Lewis | April 3, 2017

Alumni Matt Muse and others performed their musical talents Thursday in the Holmes Student Center skyroom.

Grammy results stun viewers

By Darius Parker | February 16, 2017

The 59th Grammys, which aired Sunday, offered viewers a breathtaking night that was full of surprises and star-studded performances.The Northern Star has followed the Grammy nominations up until the big night, and the results are in along with some highlights...

Grammys incite competition

By Darius Parker | February 9, 2017

The 59th Annual Grammy Awards will take place on Feb. 26 and music lovers nationwide are on the edge of their seats to see who will win which titles. The nominees for the awards were released Dec. 6 and included artists such as Beyoncé, Adele, and Kanye...

Coloring is healthy for adults

By Marisa Pieroni | September 26, 2016

Adult coloring books may be the newest and healthiest obsession thanks to a recent explosion in popularity in mainstream media. Anyone can pickup crayons and enjoy the benefits of coloring and still feel like an adult, because coloring books are no longer...

New year, new playlist

By Morgan Carrigan | January 19, 2016

These are my top five songs that need to be added to your playlist to start off the new year. Jam to these songs on the way to class or while you’re running on the treadmill for an instant mood boost.“Angels” by Chance the Rapper featuring SabaThis...

Fall concert Guide

By Michael Malaychuk | October 5, 2015

If the end of summer weather and endless live music has you down, don’t panic. There’s plenty of great concerts in the Chicagoland area to choose from over the next three months.OctoberIf strong vocals are more up your alley, “Habits” vocalist...