Opinions

Opinion: The top five best R&B albums of 2022

Featuring Grammy-nominated projects like “Black Radio” and hit albums like “WASTELAND,” here are the top five R&B albums of 2022. 

Opinion: The best R&B albums of 2022 (10-6)

Following last week’s article, here are the top 10-6 R&B albums of 2022. 

Advice: Exercises for a better memory

Students need highly effective brain memory to be able to keep up with the workload of whatever their major is. It is highly recommended to train your brain for better remembering ability.

Advice: How to make break time academically useful

Break times are for students to chill, have fun, and of course recharge for the next semester. However, by using break time wisely students can be able to become more academically successful.

Review: Netflix series 'The Recruit' allows Noah Centineo a chance to break out of high school roles

In the midst of attraction and fatigue, a new CIA agent chases the case of getting a murderer out of prison to save national secrets. 

Opinion: Top five rock/metal albums of 2022

2022 was a year full of great music. From metal to pop-rock, here lies the top five rock/metal records of the year.

Opinion: The best R&B albums of 2022 (11-15)

A snapshot of some of the year’s best music. Here are the best R&B inspired albums of 2022.

Review: ‘The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special’ is a fun way to start off the season for a Marvel fan

Review: ‘Farha’ is a poignant story of hope

Despite the harrowing nature of this film, it brings light to the hope that can be found in even the darkest of stories.

Review: All Time Low's 'Don't Panic' is timeless

All Time Low’s “Don’t Panic” is marvelous. There is no doubt that it could take someone to a theoretical Neverland.

Review: SZA's sophomore album 'SOS' proves it was worth the wait

From isolation, toxic relationships, and insecurities, SZA’s distress signal was well received. Checkout her newest album featuring Don Toliver, Jay Versace, Phoebe Bridgers and more. 

Advice: How to prepare for finals week

Preparing for finals week might be a tough task for many students. However, it is an important step and shouldn’t be overlooked.

Opinion: Activities to try during winter break

Finding fun things to do in the winter can be a challenge, especially for us college students when we are away from our families most of the time. The winter months can be long, dark and boring; however, those months can also be full of joy and fun. 

Review: ‘Wednesday’ conveys 'The Addams Family' charm with a modern flare

Review: ‘Bones and All’ is a ghastly coming-of-age story

Opinion: Black artists long owed their recognition

When it comes to music, the Black community has been an essential part in almost every mainstream genre today. Here are four Black artists who deserve their flowers.  

Opinion: Top five classic Christmas movies

It's simple to encourage people to consider their loved ones and how they may connect more deeply because so many of the topics in these films deal with themes of connection, falling in love during Christmas, families coming together, and reestablishing contact with someone you've lost touch with.

Opinion: A look at potential bowl games the EMU football team could play in this year

Before a decision is announced on Dec. 4, Echo Sports Editor makes predictions about what bowl game EMU football could play in. 

Review: Fousheé's new album 'softCORE' is full of surprises

The Grammy-nominated artist Fousheé has been taking the industry by storm working with Steve Lacy, Lil Wayne, King Princess and Sleepy Hallow. Now on Nov. 18, she releases her new immersive project “softCORE.”

Review: ‘The Menu’ brings innovation to the table

“The Menu” is a palatable course of twists and turns.