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Vince Staples returns to his roots on new album “Ramona Park Broke My Heart”

Vince Staples returns to his roots on new album “Ramona Park Broke My Heart”

(Photo courtesy of NME) “Vince Staples returns to the music scene after his self-titled 2021 record.” Jonathan Hatem Connector Contributor Vince Staples doesn’t write love songs. He says as much in “ROSE STREET,” off his most recent project “Ramona Park Broke My Heart,” which was released in April of this year. This might not seem

Joe Keery shines on newest album “DECIDE”

(Photo courtesy of Kali Patterson) “Djo’s newest album is out now on all major streaming platforms.” Kali Patterson Connector Editor Fans of Netflix’s Stranger Things are in for a treat — Joe Keery has just dropped his sophomore album under his musical alias, Djo (pronounced as just Joe). “DECIDE,” released on Sept. 16, is a

Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” is a Tour de Force

(Photo courtesy of NBC News) “”Renaissance” is the long-awaited follow-up to 2016’s “Lemonade.”” Sohini Nath Connector Staff The definition of Renaissance is “the revival of art and literature under the influence of classical models.” In her latest album, which itself is titled “Renaissance,” Beyoncé does a fantastic job in executing this revival, displayed across 16

“The Last of Us Part 1” – Overpriced?

(Photo courtesy of Mobile Syrup) Ellie and Joel return in the remake to the beloved 2013 title, exclusive to PlayStation consoles. Steven O’Hara Connector Contributor “The Last of Us Part 1” is a zombie-survival video game released in 2013 with wide ranging success. It follows Joel, a tough and weary survivor, who is tasked with

Simpcore: A Guide to its Good Vibes

(Photo courtesy of JohnOfTheForest) “”Smooth Talker” is the latest song to release from JohnOfTheForest. It was uploaded to his YouTube channel as well as Spotify on June 3, 2022.” Tanner Hume Connector Editor Every day, people listen to music all across campus with different varieties of genres. From music from the likes of XXXTentacion to

HBO tries one more time with “House of the Dragon”

(Photo courtesy of IMDB) House of the Dragon is now streaming on HBO Max. Jose Zamora Connector Editor HBO has brought George R.R. Martin’s fantasy world back onto our screens with its brand-new spinoff series, “House of the Dragon.” The “Game of Thrones” prequel takes place 172 years before the birth of Daenerys Targaryen, the

“Planet Her”: Doja Cat’s new empowering statement album is out of this world

(Photo Courtesy of Kemosabe and RCA Records) Sabrina Monteiro Connector Contributor On June 25 of this year, talented rapper, singer and songwriter, Doja Cat, released a brand-new album, “Planet Her”. This release left fans feeling far beyond excited. It should come as no surprise that once again, she exceeded all expectations. The first track, “Woman”,

Inside Bo Burnham’s “Inside” comedy special

(Photo Courtesy of Netflix, Inc.) Kali Patterson Connector Contributor After a five-year hiatus from live comedy, Bo Burnham made a surprising return to the entertainment world. Filmed entirely in one room of his house and completely solo, his new Netflix special “Inside” is a look at Burnham’s experience with COVID-19 quarantine and his anxieties regarding