As ‘twenty twenty-four’ starts winding down many people will use this time to look back on the year that came before; the highs, the lows, the disappointments, this year had a little of everything for everyone. Are you a pop girlie, an R&B lover, a dark metal enthusiast, or a hip-hop oldhead? Then join us in taking a look back at some of the top releases of this past year, keep in mind that by no means are these the best albums to come out in 2024, but rather the most importa

Each decade or so, there is a horror film, or even multiple horror films that help solidify them in the cultural zeitgeist of that time. Psycho exploded on the scene in the 1960s and turned the genre of horror on its head by making the controversial decision to explore themes of sexual identity and what was considered at the time graphic violence towards women. Something that was far outside of the norm in Western media at the time. Following Psycho, we got a peek into the so

Comic books and the media they have inspired in the last few years have created a burgeoning movement, where the classic genre of animated, colorful characters, can be celebrated unabashedly. However, as the bygone decade of Marvel super blockbusters fades away, and the lingering dopamine hit of watching our favorite characters thwart galactic terrors dwindles, we’re left with but a modicum of the high-level storytelling that brought us to that place in the first place. You s

In the current gaming landscape, where the term “live service” is sure to draw eyerolls and groans amongst a decent percentage of gamers, Helldivers 2 has drawn praise for being one of the most solid entries in the genre.  After spending a couple of hours with the game, it isn’t hard to see why. The controls and gameplay are extremely tight and satisfying, combat is high octane and intense at higher difficulties, and a progression system that isn’t locked behind a paywall is

Among the massive Hollywood multi-franchise of the superhero genre, The Marvels is one of many recent superhero releases that have seen an increasingly apathetic response from its once loyal fans. The Marvels released to the lowest opening weekend box office of any MCU project, at $161.5 Million. Nearly one hundred and fourteen million dollars short of their gross budget. This has created worry and doubt for many fans, those who online have claimed the MCU has died since its

Only three short months after taking back her 2010 album Speak Now in true Taylor’s Version fashion, Taylor Swift has revisited one of her most acclaimed albums in her discography: 1989. Just last week, Taylor Swift re-recorded and released her album 1989 , which was originally released in 2014. The album, when first released earned Swift another Album of the Year accolade at the 2016 Grammy Awards, was her first fully-pop record. This shift from country-to-pop was a major m

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Announced in 2020, and delayed from last year, the anticipation for Avalanche Software’s Hogwarts Legacy is finally over. Having paid for the preorder, I have been immersed into the world of Hogwarts for the last five days and here’s everything I have to say about it. There’s a lot to talk about so I’ll be splitting up this review into sections to find what you’re looking for. As a fan of the Harry Potter series, this game had a lot of expectations to meet. Having seen

On December 2, Netflix released “Scrooge: A Christmas Carol,” an animated musical adaptation of Charles Dickens's classic holiday tale. Whimsical and vibrant, this rendition of “A Christmas Carol” is based on the 1970 live-action musical “Scrooge” and includes songs from the late Oscar-winning composer Leslie Bricusse. This film features Welsh actor Luke Evans voicing Scrooge, Oscar-winner Olivia Colman as the first Ghost of Christmas Past and Jonathan Pryce as Jacob Marley.

On Tuesday, December 29th at the ArcBest Corp. Performing Arts Center the UAFS Wind Ensemble performed at the annual season’s greetings concert alongside other ensembles from the UAFS Music Department. Their performance included five pieces of music under the direction of Dr. Alexandra Zacharella. For two of the pieces, they were joined by combined choirs, led by Dr. Zacharella and Dr. Timothy Workman. Both directors embraced the holiday spirit as we move into the Christmas s

The UAFS Wind Ensemble performed their first concert of the season on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at the ArcBest Corp. Performing Arts Center. Their performance included seven pieces of music composed by Dr. Alexandra Zacharella, capturing the feeling of fall and the seasons to come. The Band started their concert with William Schuman’s (1910-1992) “Chester Overture for the Band.”The music, by my surprise, was fast and abrupt but also slow and peaceful with a nice build befo

On September 7, 2022, Apple held its annual event highlighting the release of its iPhone 14 and 14 Pro models. Focusing on the 14-pro design, this upgrade includes many new features such as a New Dynamic Island, groundbreaking safety features as well as a 48Mp camera. All being powered by their latest A16 Bionic chip. The focal point of the 14-Pro is the introduction of the Dynamic Island. This allows users to seamlessly access multiple activities, notifications, and alert

On September 16, 2022, Apple released its newest operating system, IOS 16. IOS 16 will be available for iPhone 8 and newer. This system includes the latest features and designs that make your phone more customizable for your wants and needs. Now, let’s get into what makes IOS 16 different from every other update and a few of its best features. The Lock Screen Customization The most notable change with the new operating system is the customization aspect of the lock screen. T

With the night of December 3 being the opening night of the 1940s Radio Hour, directed by Kevin Jones, finally here. It was time to be transported to a time when radio stations provided full on air performances while maintaining live audiences. Let's dive into the how and if Jones and the 1940s cast delivered the experience. As I walked in to take my seat, I was met with an interesting take on how to entertain the audience with them flowing in. With period piece background m

Fans of The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor , there's a new psychological thriller to be watched. Midnight Mass focuses on Crockett Island, a small fishing community filled with people with Catholic backgrounds. Director of Hill House and Bly Manor, Mike Flanagan created the idea of Midnight Mass 8 years ago and it finally made its debut. Mass at the local church has been held by Father Pruitt for longer than anyone can remember, but he can no longer