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Opinion: Potential surprise guests for Rihanna's Super Bowl LVII performance

By Aaron Hughes · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022

The Barbados superstar Rihanna has been announced as the main attraction for the upcoming half time show. Here is a guess of which artists may make a shocking gust appearance.

Review: Djo’s sophomore album 'Decide' adds new depth to the artist’s discography

By Amy Coomer · Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022

Djo, better known by the masses as Joe Keery of Stranger Things, released his sophomore album Decide on September 16th

Opinion: Animal testing is harmful

By Mariam Fakhreddine · Friday, Sept. 30, 2022

Evidence from JAMA to the Humane Society make it clear that this act is unnecessary. After years of constant animal testing, there needs to be an end to the cruelty.

‘Don’t Worry Darling’ brings spine-chilling distress to audiences

By Marie White · Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022

You’ll be worrying about everything after this film.

Review: Sueco drops an uplifting, summer beat into the beginning of fall

By Kasper Mielke · Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022

Sueco’s sophomore album is one of the best albums of the year so far. Is the deluxe version going to hold up?

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Opinion: Best ways to enjoy homecoming this school year

By Aaron Hughes · Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022

Here at Eastern homecoming week is always packed with multiple events each day. So here are some can’t miss events on campus.

Opinion: The perfect podcast to enrich your mindset

By Joud Bamehriz · Friday, Sept. 23, 2022

Have you ever listened to a podcast and felt like it added so much to you? Maybe you have or haven’t, but I have!

Opinion: Underrated neo-soul artists to listen to

By Aaron Hughes · Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022

The world of r&b is continuing to grow decades into its birth. Ignoring the obvious names, here are six neo-soul artists to add to your rotation.

Review: Get ready to headbang with Killboy's new song 'Nails'

By Kasper Mielke · Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022

Killboy has re-entered the scene, and she is certainly not an opening act to miss.

Review: 'Barbarian’ brings fear in a bizarre form

By Marie White · Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022

‘Barbarian’ brings uncanny fear to Detroit.

Review: 'Day Shift' attempts to redefine the modern vampire movie

By Marie White · Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022

“Day Shift” attempts to reinvent the vampire.

Opinion: Pierce The Veil makes big return with new single 'Pass The Nirvana'

By Kasper Mielke · Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022

It has been silent since Pierce The Veil’s record “Misadventures.” In true fashion, they came back loud and proud with “Pass The Nirvana.”

Opinion: Give yourself time to listen to music

By Aaron Hughes · Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022

It’s always nice to have new music from your favorite artists every week. However, are listeners giving themselves time to enjoy it.

Review: 'Minions: The Rise of Gru' releases a star studded soundtrack

By Aaron Hughes · Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022

How often do you get Diana Ross, RZA, H.E.R., Jackson Wang and more on one album? “Minions: The Rise of Gru” performs beloved songs of the past with an added twist.

Review: Ari Lennox warms fans up with a surprise EP

By Aaron Hughes · Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022

In anticipation of her album “age/sex/location,” Ari Lennox gives fans the early reward of “Away Message.”

Advice: Benefits of making friends in college

By Joud Bamehriz · Friday, Sept. 2, 2022

The benefits of having friends in college are many but students ignore them.

Opinion: Movements' new single "Cherry Thrill" sets the tone for the fall

By Kat Mielke · Friday, Sept. 2, 2022

Movements’ new song “Cherry Thrill” made its debut. Will they be able to keep their dedicated fans hooked?

Opinion: Capitol Record receives major backlash from signing AI rapper FN Meka

By Aaron Hughes · Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022

This AI rapper can be one of the worst ideas in music history. FN Meka is dropped after racist post and more issues.

Fun spots in Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor for college students to visit

By Caroline Murrel · Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022

Taking location, price, and COVID-19 safety into consideration, college students finding activities to do off campus can be daunting. Still, there are many sweet spots in the area that young adults should check out during their time at EMU.

Guest Column: The importance of an improved summer-school schedule and the AAUP's proposal

Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022

Associate Professor Deron Overpeck shares his and the AAUP’s thoughts on the recent struggle between faculty and the university.

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